Narration Script Writing

Outline

n Definitionn Steps in preparing a scriptn Basic parts of a scriptn Finishing your script

Narration Script Writing

Narration ScriptThe written text of the whole idea/contentn Carries the story, message, or content

n Allows checking for the accuracy of informationn Serves as the guide for the narrationn Serves as a guide for making the storyboard

Narration Script Writing

Steps in preparing a script

n State the Objectives of the presentationn Write the content outlinen Decide on the treatment or tone to use

Narration Script Writing

Objectives

n To entertainn To informn To change attitude or behaviorn To move people to action

Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT

Content Outline

n Organises independent thoughts into coherent whole

n Limits the scope of presentation to a manageable area.

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Treatment or Tones in script

The approach or manner of presenting the idea through the audio or text part of the presentation.

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Tones in Instructional MM script

n Informal (familiar, “You” treatment)n Conversational (audience interaction)n Humorous (mental pauses to refresh/sustain interest)n Questioning (reinforces recall/retention)n Reward (motivation through encouragement)

Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT

Basic parts of a script

n Introductionn Main Bodyn Recapitulation

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Introduction Tells what you’re going to say

n Start with something of interest to the audiencen Introduce interestingly but briefly the subject at once

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Main Body Tells what said you’re going to say

n Use familiar words (say big rather than gargantuan)n Write for the ear (if intended with narration).n Use short words (avoid fancy/unnecessary words).n Keep sentences short (vary length to avoid sounding

“choppy”).n Keep paragraphs short and uncluttered.n Use specific concrete language (something you can see, hear, taste, touch, or smell). n Use direct sentences (use “You” to address intended

audience).n Use active voice and action words

Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT

Recapitulation Summarises what you said.

n End with a summary of important points.n End with a suggested action.

Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT

Finishing your script

n Take out excess information.n Add needed details.n Check the accuracy of information.n Read your script. If you don’t like how it

sounds, neither will your audience.

Narration Script Writing

Summary

n Definitionn Steps in preparing a scriptn Basic parts of a scriptn Finishing your script

Narration Script Writing

Write to communicate and express, not to impress.

Cardinal rule in writing