This book contents: Part 1 Public Speaking as Listener-Centered Communication: (1) Public Speaking Is an Act of Communication; (2) Listen to the Speeches of Others; (3) Create Confident Presentations; (4) Commit to Ethical Speaking. Part 2 Preparing for Responsible Public Communication: (1) Analyze Your Audience and the Speaking Situation (2) Determine Your Speech Purpose, Topic, and Thesis (3) Incorporate Research (4) Support Your Ideas. Part 3 Developing Your Message: (1) Organize Your Ideas (2) Outline Your Speech (3) Create Introductions, Conclusions, and Transitions. Part 4 Presenting Your Speech: (1)Select and Incorporate Visual Support (2) Practice Your Presentation (3) Communicate with Your Language, Body, and Voice. Part 5 Types of Public Speaking: (1) Speak to Inform (2) Speak to Persuade (3) Develop Your Arguments (4) Speak on Special Occasions and in Groups. //ir