Speaking beats reading

Speaking beats reading

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Professional Development

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker shares an experience from an MTV youth conference where they initially used a scripted presentation with film clips. After receiving feedback from Ted Paul Hemus, an anthropologist, about the lack of engagement in their delivery, the speaker decided to adopt a more spontaneous speaking style. This change led to more engaging presentations, allowing the speaker to connect better with the audience. The speaker now prefers unscripted talks, finding them more authentic and inspiring, even if they occasionally make mistakes.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe that speaking without a script is more engaging?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the speaker's approach to giving speeches at events?

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