1.
English 10
Quarter 2, Module 6
MELC-based Video Lesson
Deliver a prepared or impromptu
talk on an issue
employing the
techniques in public
speaking

2.
Most Essential Learning
Competency:
Deliver a prepared or
impromptu talk on an issue
employing the
techniques in public speaking

3.
This lesson will
focus on
understanding the
techniques which may
be employed in
various forms of
public speaking.

4.
What is …?
PUBLIC SPEAKING
• to deliver or communicate information in front
of a live audience
• usually done in a formal setting or as part of a
formal event
• conveys purposeful information which aims to
inform, influence, or entertain a large group of
audience

5.
PREPARED
SPEECH
IMPROMPTU
SPEECH

6.
Prepared Speech
 the speaker is given the topic
beforehand
 has time to research about the
topic
 is able to rehearse or practice
prior to delivering the speech

7.
PREPARED
SPEECH =
X MEMORIZED
SPEECH

8.
PREPARED
SPEECH
MEMORIZED
SPEECH
EXTEMPORANEOUS
SPEECH
• the speaker is given some time to
prepare before the delivery
• uses a prepared copy which serves as
reference

9.
Impromptu Speech
 the speaker is given with little
or no time to prepare
 NO chance to research about it
or even make an outline as
guide
When delivering this type of speech…
 one must be able to fully gather his/her thoughts
 focus on the issue or topic at hand
 maintain composure.

10.
Activity
Identify whether a prepared or
an impromptu speech is usually used
in the given examples or situations.

11.
Prepared or Impromptu??
1. You were invited to
speak before a
commencement
ceremony.
Prepared

12.
Prepared or Impromptu??
2. You were asked to
speak in an ambush
interview.
Impromptu

13.
Prepared or Impromptu??
3. You were assigned to
give a talk before a group
of students.
Prepared

14.
Prepared or Impromptu??
4. You were chosen to
represent the school in
an oratorical contest.
Prepared

15.
Prepared or Impromptu??
5. You were called by the
host to deliver a
message during a
wedding ceremony.
Impromptu

16.
Prepared or Impromptu??
6. You were invited to
give a reflection for the
upcoming Holy Week
mass.
Prepared

17.
Prepared or Impromptu??
7. A youth group
requested you to serve
as a resource person.
Prepared

18.
Prepared or Impromptu??
8. While attending a
meeting, you were
unexpectedly requested
to share your
experiences in your job.
Impromptu

19.
Prepared or Impromptu??
9. You were assigned by
your boss to present the
company’s
accomplishments in a
conference.
Prepared

20.
Prepared or Impromptu??
10. You were asked to
share your knowledge
about a topic on-the-
spot.
Impromptu

21.
#1
 Being sure on the purpose
of your speech is
synonymous to knowing
where to focus your
discussion.
 It may be as basic as to
inform, persuade, or
inspire.

22.
#2
 The best way to do this is to
research.
 When you are sure of every
piece of information you are
presenting, you will be
more confident.

23.
#3
 It is essential to be sure of
the kind of people you will
be speaking to.
 Knowing your audience
will help you plan the
appropriate content,
language, and techniques
to use.

24.
#4
 Cramming will reflect in
the way you speak and
behave in front of an
audience.

25.
#5
 The right amount of
gestures at the right time
are key elements of public
speaking as these
movements help convey
ideas more clearly.
 Establish eye contact with
your audience.

26.
#6
 Don’t show signs of
nervousness
 Maintain your
composure.

27.
#7
 Practice is a major
component of planning.
 Through constant practice,
one may be able to identify
areas that can be improved.

28.
#8
 One must be careful
enough not to use
words that might put
his or her reliability
and reputation into
jeopardy.

29.
#9
 One should observe proper
pronunciation, stress, intonation,
juncture, diction, tone, and pacing
when delivering a speech.

30.
#10
 As a public speaker,
one should know the
different DO’s and
DON’Ts when speaking
before an audience.

31.
#11
 When possible and appropriate, visuals like
PowerPoint slides can help support the
speech being delivered.

32.
#12
 Dress in a way that exudes respect and formality.

33.
#13
 Always bear in mind
that you cannot please
everybody.
 It is essential to be
open to questions,
comments, and even
criticisms.

34.
“People engaged in public
speaking can get a lot of
advantages like sharp critical
thinking skills, confidence when
dealing with people, and fluency in
verbal and non-verbal
communication.”

35.
Reference