i don't know what to do for my personal project which is talking about something really interesting that my class will enjoy for about 3-5mins!!!
2006-09-19 04:36:23 · 21 answers · asked by lucy d 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science
Pick a current event and do some research on the pros and cons to make your speech.
2006-09-19 04:51:19 · answer #1 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best talks I ever gave in school were the ones where I got to pick a subject that I was interested in, rather than a subject assigned by the teacher. So if you're trying to think of something, ask yourself, e.g.: What are your hobbies (how did you start, why did you stick with it)? Your favourite film/ band/ clothes/ computer game/ book (and why)? Have you done/learned something recently that you found really interesting/exciting (and why)?
Remember, someone who is genuinely enthusiatic about their subject will be interesting to listen to, regardless of what they're talking about. Another thing to remember is, 3–5 mins isn't all that much time to talk (even if it feels like it at the time!), so you don't have to go into any great detail unless someone asks. (Also, your audience don't have to suffer too long if you're boring!) ;-)
A basic structure for any talk (if you want people to remember it) is:
-Intro: tell them what you're going to talk about (a couple of sentences should be enough)
-Body: talk about it, showing pictures, photos, props, etc.
-Conclusion: summarise what you said (basically the Intro again, but rephrased)
Don't forget to practice your talk before you give it. Do it in front of your mum, your baby sister, your dog, whatever. That way you'll already know what you want to say beforehand, and you won't have to read every word from notes (which always makes a talk really boring, no matter what the subject).
Good luck with it, and have fun doing it!
2006-09-19 12:23:43 · answer #2 · answered by tjs282 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is your own favourite subject, or interest? That would be what you would best be able to talk about. Having decided on that do three things:
1) List some major details of the subject - good things and bad things.
2) Take a visual aid to demonstrate your talk.
3) Practice your talk (in front of a mirror perhaps).
2006-09-22 15:36:48 · answer #3 · answered by Malcolm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey hun
I don't know how old you are...but when i was in year 7 (about 12 yrs old) we had to speak for 5 minutes on anything we wanted. I got a great mark because i did quite a humerous demonstration on how to change a babies nappy! It certainly captured peoples attention and i got a great class- response, and a great mark! You might not wanna do erxactly what i did but...a little tip... its much easier to speak in front of people when you are explaining how to do something and you've got props etc.. (this means that you can concentrate on something other than how red you are going!!)
2006-09-19 11:48:48 · answer #4 · answered by nataliehawker82 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you do a demonstration? I find it easier to actually do something in front of a group and explain it while I am doing it. I "marbleized" a vase for a college public speaking class. I was surprised how relaxed I was since my mind was on the project rather than the fact I was in front of a group of people.
2006-09-19 11:45:15 · answer #5 · answered by Patti C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk about something you really like, find interesting or something you actively support (maybe a charity, a cause or an individual) - I'm sure it is easier to interest your classmates in what you talk about if you enjoy talking about it!
2006-09-23 05:46:01 · answer #6 · answered by soulsurfer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some ideas most young people are into fashion sport music computer games dating gadjets all good topics talk to pals get some extra info on ny or try to combine some like what would you do on a date or what would you wear orwho has the latest games machine which s best value
2006-09-23 03:51:18 · answer #7 · answered by madeleine b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a talk on endangered animals and Steve Irwin? It will be educational and also bring awareness to the dying population of some of the worlds greatest animals and reptiles.
2006-09-19 11:39:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I once did a talk on the science of brewing beer and then ended up with a practical example of how good beer tastes! That went down pretty well!
2006-09-19 17:14:30 · answer #9 · answered by mr_reading_steve 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, you should talk about some personal experiences you have hade.
Describe vividly and say how they affected you, or changed the way you looked at things.
Real experiences will get them thinking.
2006-09-19 11:47:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋