4 methods of speech

• There are four main methods of speech delivery: impromptu, extemporaneous, manuscript, and memorized
• Impromptu speaking involves delivering a message on the spur of the moment, without advance preparation
• Extemporaneous speaking consists of delivering a carefully planned and rehearsed speech in a conversational manner using brief notes
• Manuscript speaking is the word-for-word iteration of a written message, where the speaker maintains attention on the printed page except when using visual aids
• Memorized speaking is the rote recitation of a written message that the speaker has committed to memory
• Impromptu speaking is spontaneous and responsive, but may result in a disorganized message due to lack of contemplation
• Extemporaneous speaking promotes the speaker as knowledgeable and credible, but requires a great deal of preparation for both verbal and nonverbal components
• Manuscript speaking ensures exact repetition of original words, but can be uninteresting and precludes eye contact with the audience
• Memorized speaking allows the speaker to maintain eye contact and move freely, but can lead to a flat and uninteresting delivery if vocal cues and gestures are not planned and memorized