Extemporaneous SpeakingWhat is Extemporaneous speaking?
Extemporaneous speaking is an event where students are presented with three questions pertaining to current events. Student then must then use their knowledge on the subject and pre-cut cards, within a time limit of 30 minutes, to prepare a 7 minute memorized speech answering the question, backing up their views with credible sources and in depth analysis. Internet is prohibited, and students are not informed of the topics beforehand (though they all have to do with major current events), creating an almost impromptu atmosphere. Sometimes, a note card is allowed, but is highly frowned upon. |
THE FOUR KINGDOMS OF EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING
Foreign (TFA and NSDA): Student chooses from three questions pertaining to foreign current events (those not in the US). Students must construct a 7 minute speech using prior knowledge and a set of prepared cards in 30 minutes, complete with credible sources and analysis. Recommended: Intro + 3 body points + Conclusion. May not use note card.
Domestic (TFA and NSDA): Same rules as foreign, except uses domestic issues (those in the US)
Persuasive (UIL): Student chooses from a list of 5 current event topic questions. Must take a yes or no stance on the topic, and persuade the audience to take a similar view. Uses basic extemp rules (30 minute prep, 7 minute speech, sources + analysis). Student may use a small note card, although it is highly frowned upon.
Informative(UIL): Same rules as Persuasive, but the student may not take a stance on the issue. The student's goal is to inform the audience of the issue and its effects.
Extemp Spotlight: 2011 International Extemporaneous Speaking NSDA Winner: Dylan Slinger
Foreign (TFA and NSDA): Student chooses from three questions pertaining to foreign current events (those not in the US). Students must construct a 7 minute speech using prior knowledge and a set of prepared cards in 30 minutes, complete with credible sources and analysis. Recommended: Intro + 3 body points + Conclusion. May not use note card.
Domestic (TFA and NSDA): Same rules as foreign, except uses domestic issues (those in the US)
Persuasive (UIL): Student chooses from a list of 5 current event topic questions. Must take a yes or no stance on the topic, and persuade the audience to take a similar view. Uses basic extemp rules (30 minute prep, 7 minute speech, sources + analysis). Student may use a small note card, although it is highly frowned upon.
Informative(UIL): Same rules as Persuasive, but the student may not take a stance on the issue. The student's goal is to inform the audience of the issue and its effects.
Extemp Spotlight: 2011 International Extemporaneous Speaking NSDA Winner: Dylan Slinger
Extemp Resources
Websites:
New York Times- http://www.nytimes.com/
Foreign Policy- http://foreignpolicy.com/
The Economist- http://www.economist.com/
U.S. News and World Report- http://www.usnews.com/
Washington Post- www.washingtonpost.com/
Al Jazeera- http://america.aljazeera.com/?utm_source=aje&utm_medium=redirect
Brookings- http://www.brookings.edu/
Reuters- http://www.reuters.com/
CNN- http://www.cnn.com/
Christian Science Monitor- http://www.csmonitor.com/
Pew Research Center- http://www.pewresearch.org/
Books:
End this depression now! by Paul Krugman
The World is Flat by Thomas L Friedman
Hot, Flat and Crowded by Thomas L Friedman
America at the Crossroads: Democracy, Power, and the Neoconservative Legacy by Francis Fukuyama
How to Win a Cosmic War by Reza Aslan
New York Times- http://www.nytimes.com/
Foreign Policy- http://foreignpolicy.com/
The Economist- http://www.economist.com/
U.S. News and World Report- http://www.usnews.com/
Washington Post- www.washingtonpost.com/
Al Jazeera- http://america.aljazeera.com/?utm_source=aje&utm_medium=redirect
Brookings- http://www.brookings.edu/
Reuters- http://www.reuters.com/
CNN- http://www.cnn.com/
Christian Science Monitor- http://www.csmonitor.com/
Pew Research Center- http://www.pewresearch.org/
Books:
End this depression now! by Paul Krugman
The World is Flat by Thomas L Friedman
Hot, Flat and Crowded by Thomas L Friedman
America at the Crossroads: Democracy, Power, and the Neoconservative Legacy by Francis Fukuyama
How to Win a Cosmic War by Reza Aslan
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Joseph Jiang is currently a sophomore who goes to Independence High School, Frisco, Texas. His unmatched wit and on the spot thinking have led to to take up the noblest of pursuits: Extemporaneous speaking. Joseph has been debating for 2 years, mostly in Congress and Humorous Interpretation, but has recently made the right decision to switch to Extemp. Joseph believes that Extemporaneous speaking is by far the most fun and exciting event, as you can never see what's coming. If you would like to speak to Joseph, email [email protected], or if you would like a more reliable response time, talk to him in real life.
Joseph Jiang is currently a sophomore who goes to Independence High School, Frisco, Texas. His unmatched wit and on the spot thinking have led to to take up the noblest of pursuits: Extemporaneous speaking. Joseph has been debating for 2 years, mostly in Congress and Humorous Interpretation, but has recently made the right decision to switch to Extemp. Joseph believes that Extemporaneous speaking is by far the most fun and exciting event, as you can never see what's coming. If you would like to speak to Joseph, email [email protected], or if you would like a more reliable response time, talk to him in real life.