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CMNS 101 Fundamentals of Communication

Public Speaking Research Guide

Types of Speeches

Your speech type and topic should be appropriate for the (1) speaker, (2) audience, (3) purpose, and (4) scene.  There are many types of speeches to give, but the CMNS 101 class at CCBC focuses on two: Informative and Persuasive speeches.   

 

Informative Speeches

Persuasive Speeches

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