PS.ELAR.6.E
Employ previews, transitions, summaries, signposts, and other appropriate rhetorical strategies to enhance clarity.
Public Speaking I, II, III · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
Standard Unwrapping
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previewstransitionssummariessignpostsrhetorical strategiesclarity
Skills
- employ (previews in speeches) #dok2
- employ (transitions in speeches) #dok2
- employ (summaries in speeches) #dok2
- employ (signposts in speeches) #dok2
- enhance (clarity using appropriate rhetorical strategies) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify various rhetorical strategies such as previews, transitions, summaries, and signposts. #dok1
- I can define clarity and describe its importance in public speaking. #dok1
- I can use previews to help audiences anticipate main points in my speech. #dok2
- I can use transitions to connect ideas smoothly in my speech. #dok2
- I can use summaries and signposts to guide listeners and reinforce key points in my speech. #dok2
- I can select and combine rhetorical strategies to enhance clarity for a specific audience or speech purpose. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective use of rhetorical strategies—such as previews, transitions, summaries, and signposts—improves the clarity and impact of public speeches.
- Clear communication in speeches relies on intentional structure and guidance for the audience.
Essential Questions
- How do previews, transitions, summaries, and signposts contribute to the clarity of a speech?
- What makes a rhetorical strategy effective in helping audiences understand a message?
- How can speakers decide which rhetorical strategies to use for different audiences or purposes?
- Why is clarity important in public speaking?
- What are the consequences of failing to use clear rhetorical strategies in a speech?