Elevating Students' Success in Impromptu Speaking

• In Event: G.I.F.T.S. Session I

Abstract

This activity simulates a career networking experience to provide students with an informal opportunity to hone their impromptu speaking skills and work on overcoming communication apprehension. Students develop elevator speeches, or brief introductions highlighting key messages about themselves, in class and have the opportunity to practice them with other students and the instructor during a mock work party.

Author

• Anne Kerber, Ohio University