2006-08-14 20:20:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
It really helps to practice, practice, practice, practice!!!! Even if you don't feel comfortable practicing in front of someone, look in a mirrior and give yourself a debate. It may seem silly however if you can debate yourself, it will remove some of the nervousness when you do give the speech. Lot of people say to look somewhere other than the audience face, however I disagree. I have found that looking around at individuals in the audience makes them think that you are confident, know your topic, and are believeable if you have the nerve to look them in the eye!
Good luck!
2006-08-14 20:30:49 · answer #1 · answered by river 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eye contact is key...personalize your speech...relate it to any personal story or anectdote, like "my grandad use to say..." Try to shorten the amount of false transitionals "um", "like" or, "and uh" you could lose your audience if you use them too much.
If it's a formal debate don't lean and always stay behind the podium. Informal, feel free to roam no further from where you can read your notes. Use note cards only with key points if you know your material you won't need to practice a huge speech.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
2006-08-14 20:30:26 · answer #2 · answered by theauthor445 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MEMORIZE, MEMORIZE, MEMORIZE.
Write your key points on flash cards, not paper - you can flip through more easily.
All you need is a glance at the cards and the rest, the most important - is in the eye contact you make with your audience.
Oh and by the way, the opening is crucial.
Lure them in with something catchy, something that teases them into listening to you, otherwise, some people will just zone out, even if your speech is great.
2006-08-14 20:33:32 · answer #3 · answered by Sixth_Sense 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Know your topic by heart and anticipate the response of your opponent. Assess all possible responses before hand and formulate a counter response. The key in winning a debate is not a matter of how loud your voice is but, how you relate your points clearly and objectively.
2006-08-14 20:44:48 · answer #4 · answered by Tabak 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most important is to overcome your stage fear. Add abit of humour and body language in your speech. Use very simple English even children also understand, practise it with a full length mirror infront of you and observe yourself carefully so that you can correct your posture.
2006-08-15 01:58:05 · answer #5 · answered by James Louis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be passionate...often people will listen to the emotion more than the words. Make yourself believe that you believe in the topic (even if you don't) and then let you passion about it shine through
A few nerves are good it helps you be excited
Good luck.....
2006-08-14 20:26:37 · answer #6 · answered by Jona 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Know your facts, speak in as simple English as possible.
2006-08-14 20:50:10 · answer #7 · answered by Tan D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure that you create credibility on your topic, that you are clear and concise, and that you speak on the same level as your target audience.
2006-08-14 20:23:19 · answer #8 · answered by Chowder 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont focus on your opponents face look slightly above when you talk it wont distract or make you as nervous
2006-08-14 20:23:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋