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"MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan isn't one to avoid arguments. He relishes them, as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value-and can also simply be fun. Arguments are everywhere-and especially given the fierce debates we're all embroiled...
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Meriwether Pub
Pub. Date
c1995.
Edition
First edition.
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183 pages ; 22 cm.
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English
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Describes the strategies behind original oratory, extemporaneous speaking, humor, drama, poetic and prose interpretation, expository speaking, and other forensic competition components.
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English
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"For anyone who has ever been inspired by a TED talk, this is an insiders guide to creating talks that are unforgettable. Since taking over TED in the early 2000s, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted short talks can be the key to unlocking empathy, stirring excitement, spreading knowledge, and promoting a shared dream. Done right, a talk can electrify a room and transform an audiences worldview. Done right, a talk is more powerful than...
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Westway Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
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xvii, 285 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"Winning presentations at hearings and trials begin and end with persuasive oral advocacy delivered from the heart. It convices judges and juries that you are trustworthy and knowledgeable. This book gives you everyting you need. Discover valuable insights from interviews with the greatest trial and appellate lawyers in the country and tried-and-true principles to give yourself the best chance to succeed every time"--from cover.
5) Hablar bien en público de una vez por todas: una guía práctica para expresarnos mejor ante los demás
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Oceano
Pub. Date
2012.
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178 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm + 1 demostration disc.
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Español
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This practical guide is intended for men and women interested in improving the way they speak before a group. It teaches, step by step, drawing on examples, advice, and anecdotes, all of which are necessary to be able to express oneself with clarity, eloquence, and effectiveness. It also gives guidelines to control our insecurities in front of a crowd and to project an image of confidence and enthusiasm. The author has studied topics that range from...
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Joy Street Books
Pub. Date
c1991.
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First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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32 pages: color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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English
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Arthur's essay wins a contest and he has to read it to the President in a special ceremony at the White House.
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G.P. Putnam's Sons, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA)
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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English
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Because she is afraid to read an essay aloud in English class, young Patricia is invited to take Mr. Wayne's drama class where she paints sets, participates in fun exercises, and memorizes every part in the play the others are rehearsing.
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Scared of speaking in public? You're not alone! This accessible guide, written by a former teacher and poetry slam coach, will help tweens and teens find their voice!
If you have weak, wobbly knees and a pounding heart when you face an audience—don't worry, that's good! Joy Jones is here to show teens and tweens that stage fright is your friend. With its funny, friendly, slightly irreverent approach, Fearless Public
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 11
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English
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"A life-long speech competitor, Leela loves nothing more than crushing the competition, all while wearing a smile. But when she meets the incorrigible Firoze Darcy, a debater from an elitist private school, Leela can't stand him. Unfortunately, he'll be competing in the state league, so their paths are set to collide. But why attempt to tolerate Firoze when Leela can one-up him? The situation is more complicated than Leela anticipated, though, and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Clark the Shark is ready to present his book report to the class. But at the last minute, Clark gets stage fright and clams up in front of everybody. With a little help from his teacher, Mrs. Inkydink, will Clark be able to overcome his fears?
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One of the skills employers want most in new hires is the ability to speak well. Public speaking can not only advance a person in almost any career but can also help an individual do better in school as well. Following the English Language Arts standards for Speaking and Listening, this book teaches readers why public speaking can be such an effective tool, how to craft a powerful speech, and how to overcome one of the most common problems people...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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Eleven-year-old Ava Andrews has a Technicolor interior with a gray shell. On the inside, she bubbles with ideas and plans. On the outside, everyone except her best friend, Zelia, thinks she doesn't talk or, worse, is stuck-up. What nobody knows is that Ava has invisible disabilities: anxiety and a heart condition.Ava hopes middle school will be a fresh start, but when Zelia moves across the country and Ava's Nana Linda pushes her to speak up about...
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English
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In the world of sports, players and coaches experience heartbreaking losses and pulse-pounding victories. They share their emotions, insights, wisdom, and wit through speeches. Some of these sports speeches have stood the test of time. They've been replayed, memorized, and cut into tiny snippets for the internet. These inspirational stories and speeches are celebrated in this full-color book that is packed with fun facts, fascinating sidebars, and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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One of William Shakespeare's most farcical comedies, "The Comedy of Errors" is notable for its use of mistaken identity to achieve a slapstick comedic effect. Ripe with the bard's characteristic word play, the comedy concerns the lives of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated shortly after their birth. The play begins by the elderly Syracusian trader Egeon relating the back-story of his family. When Egeon was young, he married...
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English
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Picture the following scenarios: You are at work, tending to your responsibilities, when you are called upon to present a report at the staff meeting which begins in 30 minutes. Or, you are a college student and your Professor calls upon you to give a five minutes presentation in front of the class. Or, you are a business owner and have to explain how a new product works to a group of prospective clients. Or, your friend is getting married and you...
16) The Orator, A Dialogue Concerning Oratorical Partitions, and Treatise on the Best Style of Orators
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English
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Marcus Tullius Cicero was a Roman philosopher, statesman, lawyer, political theorist, and Roman constitutionalist who lived during the first century BC. Considered as one of the great minds of ancient Rome, Cicero was also a gifted orator and gave many famous speeches during his political career. In this book you will find Cicero's treatises on oration including, "The Orator", "A Dialogue Concerning Oratorical Partitions", and "Treatise on the Best...
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A Godsend for anyone who's ever suffered that dread of speaking in public!'
If, like almost everyone, you're petrified of public speaking, the last thing you want is a lecture! And, there lies the brilliance of this unique book's genuinely innovative approach to the issue: Dee Clayton makes the process of overcoming those negative voices in your head (Your 'Public Speaking Monkeys!') and becoming an effective speaker lighthearted and fun!
A Godsend...
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Una excelente herramienta para todas las personas interesadas en desarrollar sus aptitudes para la comunicación oral. No solo recoge el fruto de más de veinticinco años de experiencia de su autor como docente, conductor de seminarios y coach en el campo de la oratoria, sino que incluye las recomendaciones, enseñanzas y puntos de vista de los más reconocidos expertos de América Latina. Oradores, periodistas, comunicadores, docentes, psicólogos,...
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Get the Summary of Karen Eber's The Perfect Story in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Karen Eber's "The Perfect Story" delves into the profound impact of storytelling in various contexts, from business to personal interactions. Eber shares her experiences, such as witnessing Aaron's raccoon anecdote break the ice at a professional dinner, and using NASA's safety culture story to address a C-suite team's quality issues......
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Mírate al espejo, observa quién eres, el tono de tu voz, de tu estilo personal. ¿Qué impacto provocas? ¿Lo que dices y cómo lo dices es lo que deseas? ¿Cómo te defines a ti mismo? ¿Te piensas bien? ¿Te piensas en algún momento?
El método Sin Vergüenza es el sistema de entrenamiento para visualizarte: tu voz, tu cuerpo, tu mensaje, tu vestimenta, tu forma de andar o de moverte en un escenario multitudinario o reducido.
Es el método para...
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