New Traditions in Public Speaking, Second Edition

New Traditions in Public Speaking, second edition, introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of public speaking that will help them develop and deliver effective informative, special occasion, persuasive, and extemporaneous or impromptu speeches. 

Topics covered include choosing and researching a speech topic, assessing and connecting with the audience, delivering a speech on camera, and evaluating others’ speeches. 

Special consideration is given to the requirements of students learning public speaking in an online classroom setting.