The impromptu speech is designed to give you experience speaking on short notice. The vast majority of speaking engagements in your life will be impromptu, so practicing is a good idea! You may be asked to speak on a topic of common knowledge, perform an on the spot presentation, or take a position on a key issue. Impromptu speaking acts as a way to exercise the skills necessary to complete these tasks. In this course you will pick a randomly generated quotation and have two minutes to prepare for a five minute speech.

What you need to complete this task:

• Webcam
• Youtube Account

Step 1: Watch this introductory lecture

Step 2: Watch this example Impomptu Speech

Step 3: Introduce yourself via a 3 minute YouTube Video

Using YouTube and your webcam record a short video introducing yourself to your peers.

Tell us:

• Who you are

• Why you are taking this course

• One fun fact about you

Step 4: Publish your video and post in the section below

Make sure to comment on at least one of your peers videos