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  • CST 100 / Public Speaking: Visuals for Speeches

    Images in Speeches

    Adding visual elements (such as pictures, maps, or charts) can really enhance your speech.

    Make sure to always pay attention to copyright restrictions and give credit to the source for all images you use.  See the "Citing Sources" tab above for guidance.

    Wordle

    Energy Word Cloud

    Wordle is a free site that lets you input text to generate a "word cloud." Words appearing more frequently receive greater prominence in the cloud.

    Graphs and Charts

    Create a graph

    Create a Graph has five different customizable graphs and charts. Once you choose a graph, you set the design, input the data, and add labels. Graphs can be printed, downloaded/saved, or emailed. Includes a tutorial for help getting started.