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Speaking & Speaking Skills Definition of the term “speaking” and description of some essential skills that every speaker must have

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Page 1: Speaking & speaking skills

Speaking & Speaking SkillsDefinition of the term “speaking” and

description of some essential skills that every speaker must have

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COMSATS UNIVERSITY of SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY, LAHORE, PAKISTAN

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Presented by:

Noaman Ahmed

CIIT/SP10-BEC-037/LHR

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What is Speaking ?Conveying information verbally

Expression of thoughts

Expression of feelings

Expression of ideas

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What are Speaking Skills ?Ability to convey one’s message or

information, verbally, in a proper and suitable manner

Ability to express oneself clearly in front of others

Ability to express one’s ideas, feelings, and thoughts

Ability to give one’s opinion in different matters

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Importance of Speaking SkillsHelp create understanding

Help express oneself to others

Help a person grow socially in his personal and professional life

Help avoid conflicts

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How do speaking skills help us avoid conflicts ?By knowing the proper words and the proper

way to use them, we can definitely work our way through a conflicting situation and ease the tension build-up

Silence is not always good

Speaking up is better and it’s about being honest about our experience in a way that is respectful to ourselves and to those around us.

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Some important aspects of your voiceTone

Intonation

Pronunciation

Flow/Pace

Pitch

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Some important speaking skills during private speakingIntermediate pace

Clear voice

Regard of the situation

Letting the other person finish first

Clear description of point

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Some important speaking skills during public speakingResearch a topicOrganize your ideas logicallyEmploy quotations, facts, and statisticsIncorporate humorStart strong, end strongerAnalyze the audiencePunctuate words with gesturesVary vocal pace, tone, and volumeInteract with audience by holding a Q&A sessionSeek feedbackConvince or persuade listeners when necessaryAct and speak ethically

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Places where you can practice your speaking skillsAt home

At school/educational institute

At your workplace

At public places like café’s, restaurants, shopping malls etc.

At public and private events

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Methods which can help improve your vocal qualityDrink hot beverages

Gargle your throat using salt solution

Get enough sleep

Eat a healthy diet

Avoid yelling

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QUESTIONS ARE WELCOMED !!