Topic Generation Methods and Considerations

The video tutorial guides viewers on how to choose a topic for a speech or presentation. It begins by addressing the common challenge of selecting a topic when faced with numerous options. The instructor introduces a Venn diagram method to identify topics that overlap personal knowledge, interest, and audience relevance. Four methods for topic generation are discussed: personal inventory, guided brainstorming, internet research, and current event research. The tutorial provides practical techniques and prompts to aid in brainstorming and emphasizes the importance of considering audience interest and current trends.

What is a common feeling when faced with too many topic options?

• Confidence

• Excitement

• Overwhelm

• Indifference

Which of the following is NOT a circle in the Venn diagram method?

• Topics you know about

• Topics your teacher cares about

• Topics you care about

• Topics your audience cares about

What is a key consideration when choosing a topic using the Venn diagram?

• It should be a trending topic

• It should be something you know, care about, and your audience cares about

• It should be a controversial topic

• It should be a topic with limited information

What is the first step in the personal inventory method?

• Create a list of current events

• Make a table of people, places, and things

• Search for topics online

• Write down things you know and care about

Which method involves creating columns of things you know and care about?

• Current Event Research

• Personal Inventory Method

• Guided Brainstorming

• Venn Diagram Method

Which of the following is a prompt used in guided brainstorming?

• The internet says...

• I feel most happy when...

• My teacher likes when...

• I know a lot about...

What should you be cautious of when using internet research for topics?

• Using outdated information

• Ending up on debate sites

• Not finding any topics

• Finding too many topics

What is the purpose of using prompts in guided brainstorming?

• To focus and generate ideas

• To limit the number of ideas

• To find internet resources

• To create a personal inventory

What is a benefit of using current event research for topic generation?

• It provides historical context

• It ensures the topic is relevant

• It limits the number of topics

• It focuses on personal interests

Which of the following is NOT a method of topic generation mentioned?

• Historical Analysis

• Internet Research

• Guided Brainstorming

• Personal Inventory