ROSHAAN AMEER DISCUSSION PUBLIC SPEAKING "There are two broad categories of potential topics for your classroom speeches: (1) subjects you know a lot about and (2) subjects you want to know more about." (pg. 76) Choosing a topic for a speech in such a broad manner is extremely difficult to do. As the textbook mentioned, speeches outside of the classroom are generally given an idea of what the person giving a speech will be speaking about. When we're in a classroom, we have more leverage over what we would like to speak about, which sometimes can feel worse. It's important to me as a public speaker to speak about something I am either passionate about or really knowledgeable about. In order to get rid of the anxiety of choosing a topic, it is important that you think about some things you are passionate about. Since we're in a classroom, and we can basically speak about anything, I can try thinking of it like there are endless possibilities rather than being scared to speak about my topic. It's kind of like a glass half full or half empty situation. This statement is referring to the two general classifications of prospective subjects that are accessible to be discussed in an educational setting. The first category will contain topics that are already very familiar to you, and the second category will contain topics that you are interested in learning more about. When deciding on a subject for an address that you will deliver in a classroom, you should select a topic that is one with which you are already acquainted. You can do this by drawing upon your own experiences and the information that you have gleaned from other sources. This enables you to share your knowledge and thoughts with your audience, and it can also assist you in speaking with more self-assurance and authority regarding the subject matter. You could also select a topic that pertains to an area in which you have an interest in expanding your knowledge. This presents a wonderful opportunity to broaden your horizons intellectually and investigate novel concepts, all while providing your audience with insight into your educational journey. If you choose a subject for which you have a strong personal interest, you will be able to pique the interest of your listeners and encourage them to pursue additional knowledge on the topic. In general, the two categories of prospective subjects for classroom speeches provide presenters with a variety of choices from which to select when giving a speech in a classroom setting. The most important thing is to choose a topic that is fascinating, compelling, and pertinent to the people who will be listening to what you have to say, regardless of whether you will be drawing upon your own knowledge or trying to learn more about a new topic. It is possible that doing so will assist you in delivering a statement that is both unforgettable and powerful, one that establishes a connection with your audience and has an effect that is long-lasting.