INFORMATIVE SPEECH CHECKLIST

___  Put Works Cited into MLA format

___  Make revisions to your outline
___  Make sure that you listed your sources in the intro. (Credibility Statement)
___  Make sure that you included at least three in-text citations ("According to...")

___  Peer review two classmates’ outlines

___  Make another round of revisions to your own outline

___  Prepare your visual aids

___  Sign up for a meeting time with Mrs. Pantuso

___  Meet with Mrs. Pantuso to go over your speech

___  Record yourself practicing (during class)

___  Ensure speech is within 5-8 minute time limitation

___  Watch video of yourself practicing

___  Make note cards of your speaking outline

___  Practice speech at home with visual aids

___  Review the outline and speaking rubrics

___  Memorize your introduction and conclusion

___  Practice until you feel comfortable speaking, not reading, your speech

___  Get plenty of sleep the night before your speech!