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Albert S. Cook Library

Public Speaking

Creating a citation

Your verbal citation should be brief but highlight the most important information; who, what and when.

  • Author
  • Author Credentials
  • Title of work (article, report, etc.)
  • Date of work (if relevent) 

Why cite in your speech?

Verbally citing source in your speech will:

  • Add credibility to your statements
  • Show the audience you know your stuff
  • Give credit to others for their work and ideas

Chart revised from Janene Davison

See it in Action