Title: Competency Assessment: (CU2 M3) Informative Speech and Interview Preparation
Course: SkillsCom COMM 100 14.0 > Section: Credit Unit 2 Module 3

Open an MSWord document and save it as LastName FirstName Speech Outline.

The purpose of this assessment is to complete an audience analysis, to write an outline, and organize the elements of an informative speech. You will be evaluated on the format of the outline including appropriate sequencing, alignment, subdivisions, and indentation. You will also be evaluated on the content of the outline, including, the number of main points and sources used. You are required to use APA format for sources and will be evaluated on that, as well as, your writing mechanics.

Prepare a structured 5-7 minute outline presentation about the position addressed in your resume and cover letter. You will use this outline when creating your speech to be delivered “live” online.

The outline/speech can cover what you know about the industry, pioneers in the industry, the company, or the specifics of the position. For example, your speech may cover the history of personal computers,  Steve Jobs,  Apple Inc., or a software engineer. The purpose of your speech is to inform or teach. This means that you must do research and you must cite credible sources in your speech. In preparing for your speech, you will develop an outline for this Competency Assessment and an audience analysis.

The Readings in Credit Unit 2 Module 3 will help with this Competency Assessment.

You will need to:

·  Select a topic within the parameters given.

·  Complete an audience analysis. Type this at the bottom of your outline under the heading "Audience Analysis." Note: A situational analysis would work best here and should include a statement regarding what your audience knows or doesn't know about your topic.

·  Create a standard speaking outline that includes an introduction, body, and conclusion for your speech.

When finished, save again and submit (Google Doc) your document.

Pay close attention to the rubric below for criteria on which you will be graded.