演讲课既是一门学习者提高个人素质、语言技能和沟通能力的课程，更是一门学习者享受快乐、提高自信的课程。

刘诺亚等编著的《英语演讲艺术》的主要特色是： 1．讲究实用，重点突出，语言力求简洁易懂，避免哕唆和烦琐。2．不罗列艰深难懂的理论和堆砌生涩的词汇，注重讲授方法和技巧，同时指出实践中的误区和陷阱。这些都尽量用条目的形式，清晰易懂地列出，而不采用大段连篇累牍的文字叙述。3．书中所涉及的演讲范例以影视演讲作品为主，少量引用了国内外其他场合的优秀演讲。4．为方便教师在课堂上组织和指导学生进行有针对性的演讲训练，每章后面都布置了“一分钟演讲”的题目，多为近来社会和校园热点话题。

Chapter 1 Public Speaking—An Overview(公众演讲：综述)(1)

1.1 Introducing Public Speaking(1)

1.2 Importance of Public Speaking(6)

1.3 Features of English Speeches in Films(12)

1.4 The Importance of Learning Public Speaking from Films(21)

Chapter 2 Preparing a Public Speech(演讲稿的准备)(23)

2.1 Selecting Our Topic(23)

2.2 Supporting What We Have to Say(35)

2.3 Organizing the Body of Our Speech(53)

2.4 Beginning of Our Speech(66)

2.5 Ending of Our Speech(81)

2.6 Outlining Our Speech(92)

2.7 Rehearsing Our Speech(97)

Chapter 3 Varieties of Public Speaking(演讲的种类)(99)

3.1 Speaking Informatively(99)

3.2 Speaking Persuasively(107)

3.3 Speaking from Manuscript(114)

3.4 Speaking from Memory(115)

3.5 Speaking Extemporaneously(115)

3.6 Speaking Impromptu(116)

3.7 Answering Questions(120)

Chapter 4 Language in Delivery(演讲的语言因素)(124)

4.1 Conquering Speaking Anxieties(124)

4.2 Rhetoric and Public Speaking(127)

4.3 Public Speaking and Daily Conversation(149)

Chapter 5 Vocal Factors in Delivery(演讲的声音因素)(153)

5.1 Vocal Factors and Nonverbal Communication(153)

5.2 Pronunciation: Say the Words Correctly!(154)

5.3 Articulation: Speak Clearly!(155)

5.4 Volume: We Must Be Heard!(158)

5.5 Pitch & Intonation: Make Our Voice Varied!(159)

5.6 Tone: Be Consistent with the Subject Matter!(160)

5.7 Rate：Don’t Speak Too Fast!(160)

5.8 Pause: Let It Sink in!(161)

5.9 Vocal Variety: Speak Like Singing a Song!(166)

5.10 Microphone and Vocal Effectiveness:

Adjust It before Speaking!(166)

Chapter 6 Body Language in Delivery(演讲的体态语因素)(168)

6.1 Body Language and Nonverbal Communication(168)

6.2 Functions of Nonverbal Factors(172)

6.3 Managing Our Body Language(173)

Chapter 7 Using Humor in Delivery(演讲中的幽默)(181)

7.1 The Importance of Humor in Our Speech(181)

7.2 How to Be Humorous in Public Speaking?(189)

7.3 The Pitfalls of Using Humor in Public Speaking(196)

7.4 Enjoy a Speech(198)

Chapter 8 Tools and Aids in Delivery(演讲中的辅助工具和手段)(200)

8.1 Using Tools to Aid Our Speech(200)

8.2 Advice on Handling Aids and Tools(205)

Chapter 9 Speaking on Special Occasions(特殊场合的演讲)(208)

9.1 Introducing & Presenting(209)

9.2 Award Giving(213)

9.3 Award Receiving(214)

9.4 Toasting(218)

9.5 Tribute(221)

9.6 Eulogy(223)

9.7 Job Interview(226)

9.8 Debating(227)

9.9 Press Conference(228)

9.10 School Opening & Valedictory Speech(231)

9.11 Commencement Speech(233)

9.12 Election Campaign(235)

9.13 Lobbying & Soliciting(236)

9.14 Inauguration Address(241)

9.15 Business Presentation(242)

9.16 Opening & Closing Ceremony(246)

9.17 Sermon(247)

9.18 Farewell(251)

9.19 Class Speech(252)

9.20 Court Opening & Summation(255)

9.21 Wedding Hosting(259)

Chapter 10 English Speaking Competitions(英语演讲比赛)(262)

10.1 English Speech Evaluation(262)

10.2 Topicassigned Speech(269)

10.3 Unprepared Speech(270)

10.4 The Q & A Session(274)

10.5 Debating(278)

Selected Maxims & Mottos(最好的格言警句精选)(287)

References(305)