About this presentation…
                            Please read the first two slides in this presentation. 
                             The first slide discusses the importance of Ethos in 
                             public speaking. Although Ethos is important in all 
                             types of public address, it is especially important in 
                             self-introduction speeches.  As you watch each 
                             speech in this presentation, think about how each 
                             speaker established (or attempted to establish) 
                             Ethos in their presentation. 
                            Additionally, read the “Suggestions for Critique” 
                             slide after each speech. Although you do not have 
                             to formally answer these questions, they are 
                             important to think about as you evaluate each 
                             speech. 
                    Ethos
                      Ethos is a speaker’s reputation, 
                       appearance, personality, credibility, and 
                       character.
                      Not surprisingly, audience connect the 
                       most with speakers that that likable and 
                       trustworthy.
                      Out of the three pillars in public 
                       speaking, ethos is the largest component 
                       of the self-introduction speech. 
                   Suggestions for Critique
                     Theme: Is there an overall theme to 
                      their speech?
                     Introduction/Hook: Do they 
                      immediately capture your attention?
                     Organization: Does the speech flow, or 
                      does it seem to jump around?
                     Delivery: Does the speaker appear 
                      confident? Is their voice steady? Do 
                      they maintain eye contact?
                     Conclusion: Do they wrap up their 
                      speech “neatly”?
                         The Self-Introduction 
                         Speech: Four Examples
                            Watch each one of the following speeches. 
                             Remember to consult the “Suggestions for Critique” 
                             slide after viewing each one in order to critically 
                             think about the presentation you just watched.
     Speech 1: Made in China