When using websites, the researcher is more likely to find unreliable information by using .gov and .edu than by using .com.

Who a person is (reputation) and what that person knows (expertise) plays a role in establishing credibility.

It is best to try to establish eye contact with the entire audience no matter how many people are present.

Opposing Viewpoints and CQ Researcher are two research tools available when you use the TSC Library. Each source provides credible, fact-checked information about many topics.

It is better to use short statements than it is to use lengthy statements in a speech. 

Extemporaneous speaking allows the speaker to focus on an exact word choice.

When citing a source in your speech, many times the published work and the date published, as well as the author/source, and the qualifications of the author are mentioned.

When preparing your speech, there are three main parts to consider:

Brainstorming is helpful. It leads to finding ideas and solutions that may not be obvious but are useful.

After World War II, Edward R. Morrow a famed journalist, started the television series “This I Believe” to present the thoughts of everyday people.