Taking a Look at Next Two Weeks

tues. 9/ 22 we discuss informative speeches and look at a few.
- Read chapters 15 and 16 and 17. We will be discussing sources.
- Bring to class a typed proposal that states the following:


1. proposed topic: thesis statement ( check out: http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/speaking/infomod/pop8b.cfm for info on how to create a thesis statement)
2. why you chose this topic
3. what makes this topic significant/ relevant
4. how will it appeal to the class
5. what sources do you foresee using


Thurs. 9/24 we will continue to work on preparing for informative speeches. (outline, thesis statements, main ideas, bibliography, visual aids)

Tues. 9/ 29 we will hold a workshop with a peer review session/ self critiques

Thurs. 10/1 Informative speeches begin.

Tues. 10/6 Informative speeches

Thurs. 10/ 8 Informative speeches