Methods of Delivery
• Manuscript
• Memorization
• Impromptu
Nonverbal Communication
• Definition: All messages other than the
words that people exchange
• Importance
– at least 60% of meaning
– can influence whether audience understands your speech
Relationship between Verbal and
Nonverbal Communication
• Accent or emphasize
• Complement, modify, or elaborate
• Contradict
• Regulate interaction
• Repeat
Nonverbal Codes
• The Voice (paralinguistic/vocalic cues)
– volume – pitch – rate
– vocal variety – pauses
Kinesics
• Bodily action
• Gestures
• Eye Contact
Other Nonverbal Codes
• Physical appearance
– body shape, hairstyle, clothing
• Environment and artifacts
– classroom design, lighting, visual aids
• Chronemics
– being on time, late, rushing through speech
