Module 3 Purposive Communication
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Dalde DinaModule 3 Purposive Communication
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Dalde DinaDate: 09/13/22
Name: Dina C. Dalde Instructor: Mr. German Besorio
Course/Year/Section: BSA 1B Subject: GEC 5
Engaging: Putting things in the right perspective.
1. Why do think it is important to know the history of public speaking?
Knowing the history of public speaking allows you to become more aware of the
present world. If you're intrigued by how the art of public speaking has evolved over
time, you might seriously consider public speaking. Studying its history gives you a
thorough understanding of public speaking.
2. How should speeches be organized? Why do you think so?
Speeches should be organized using the five patterns of organization for a
speech which are: chronological, spatial, cause and effect, problem-solution, and
topical. It's important that speeches are organized clearly and coherently so that the
audience pays attention, understands the speech, and trusts the speaker.
3. Do you think public speaking is important? Why or why not?
Yes, since having great communication skills is useful in practically every aspect
of life, public speaking is a terrific approach to improve personal development on many
levels. Whether you want to engage in political debate, become a motivational speaker,
or build confidence in front of an audience, public speaking can help you get there.
4. Should public speakers be ethical too? Why or why not?
Yes, the speaker must implement all social and moral rules in the community.
The speaker must present unique, non-plagiarized arguments. Such ethical actions are
important because they can help someone become a qualified public speaker. Any
unethical behavior will reflect negatively on a speaker's reputation. This also applies to
other professional work.
5. Who are the people would you consider ethical speakers? Who are speakers you
consider unethical? Explain your answers.
Ethical Speakers – Speakers that present values that reflect good moral
ethics. Knows the principles of ethical public speaking, such as
trustworthiness, integrity in the subject matter, respect for others, dignity in
conduct, and truthfulness in the message. Ethical speakers are ones who
do not plagiarize their material or try to pass off words and ideas from
others as their own
Unethical Speakers – Speakers that are biased and mislead the audience
intentionally. They distort the facts to suit their aim. Some politicians,
lawyers, journalists, etc. are examples.
Learning Tasks: Do as directed.
1. According to Corax, what are the three parts of a speech?
The three different parts of speech according to Corax are Introduction,
Evidence, and Conclusion.
2. According to Aristotle, what components make a speech persuasive? Explain this
in your own words.
Aristotle determined the components needed for persuasive speaking. They are
referred to as the three pillars of persuasion - ethos, pathos, and logos.
Ethos - appeals to the speaker's status or authority, making the
audience more likely to trust and believe them.
Pathos - appeals to emotions, trying to make the audience feel angry,
happy, sad, or sympathetic, for example.
Logos - appeals to the audience's reason, building up logical
arguments. It is more of logical reasoning which persuades the
audience to believe them.
3. Why does Ceciro believe you should use strategies to engage the audience? Do
you agree? Why or why not?
Ceciro believes you should use strategies to engage the audience
because using strategies may affect the audience’s beliefs and values and
they will come up with an impression of you being a trustful and effective
speaker.
I agree with Ceciro as I believe that a person’s voice is powerful. That’s
why we should come up with a proper strategy to keep the audience
engaged and interested
4. What is Balagtasan? Why is it the most well-known Filipino public speaking
tradition?
Balagtasan is a poetic form of debate that is popular in the Philippines. This style
of writing, named after Francisco Balagtas, allows for the spoken expression of ideas or
logic. The Balagtasan is well-known because it combines informed intelligence and
persuasive speech and arguments as players take stances on hot-button political and
social issues.
5. What do you think is the most important component that makes a speech
persuasive? Why do you say so?
For me, ethos is the most important component that makes a speech persuasive.
Even if it touched the audience’s feelings and the argument is logical, people won’t take
them seriously it they are not trustworthy.
6. What surprised you the most when you read the history? Why were you surprised?
I actually expected it so I’m not shocked, I’m more amazed by the fact that great
speeches have moved nations to war and revolution; they inspire and move people to
act. An effective and great voice can make you influential even politically and it really
makes other people do things.
7. What is the difference between the Western and Filipino public speaking traditions?
Filipinos use a wide range of words that are rarely heard in everyday situations.
Westerners love to flood their audience's ears with information, hence the setting of a
public speech in a Western setting is usually educational/informative, whereas it is very
emotional in a Filipino setting.
8. Who do you consider a good speaker? Why you think so?
I consider ethical speakers who present values that reflect good moral ethics a
good speakers. Because they know the principles of ethical public speaking, such as
trustworthiness, integrity in the subject matter, respect for others, dignity in conduct, and
truthfulness in the message. Ethical speakers are also the ones who do not plagiarize
their material or try to pass off words and ideas from others as their own.
9. How do public speakers affect society? Give concrete examples.
Public speakers affect society through the power of ideas. Since ideas are
powerful, the task of being a public speaker comes with responsibility. For example, a
persuasive speech from a politician may or may not deceive and affect the whole
nation.
10. What are your thoughts and feelings about public speaking?
As a person who hates socializing and fears people, I hate public speaking. I
know the power of public speaking. How it can change the whole world with just
persuasive words. I admire people who can do it effectively but public speaking is not
for me, I guess.