Sample Outline for Group Informative Speech Group Members:

Topic: Gossip or Bullying

General purpose: To inform the class about [Gossip or Bullying].

Specific purpose: To show how [Gossip or Bullying] relates to group communication and critical reasoning.

I. Introduction
Attention getter: [some opening that catches our interest like a startling fact, quote, joke, etc.]

Thesis: [one clear and concise sentence that give your stance on your topic]

Preview: [list your main points in the order you intend to cover them]

Transition: [provide transitional word or phrase that leads into first main point]

II. Summary of issue/problem from the articles you read A. [Claim 1] 1. [evidence supporting claim 1] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

B. [Claim 2] 1. [evidence supporting claim 2] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

C. [Claim 3] 1. [evidence supporting claim 3] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

Transition: [provide transitional word or phrase that is followed by a brief review statement and a sign post]

III. Discussion of how your topic relates to class material

A. [Claim 1] 1. [evidence supporting claim 1] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

B. [Claim 2] 1. [evidence supporting claim 2] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

Transition: [provide transitional word or phrase that is followed by a brief review statement and a sign post]

IV. Best practices on how to benefit from your topic and avoid negative outcomes related to your topic

A. [Claim 1] 1. [evidence supporting claim 1] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

B. [Claim 2] 1. [evidence supporting claim 2] 2. [analysis of evidence and link to main point]

Transition: [provide transitional word or phrase that leads into conclusion]

V. Conclusion
Review: [review your main points and restate your thesis]

Final thought: [leave audience with a sense of closure and something to think about after you are done]