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Narration Script Writing
Outline
n Definitionn Steps in preparing a scriptn Basic parts of a scriptn Finishing your script
Narration Script Writing
Narration ScriptThe written text of the whole idea/contentn Carries the story, message, or content
n Allows checking for the accuracy of informationn Serves as the guide for the narrationn Serves as a guide for making the storyboard
Narration Script Writing
Steps in preparing a script
n State the Objectives of the presentationn Write the content outlinen Decide on the treatment or tone to use
Narration Script Writing
Objectives
n To entertainn To informn To change attitude or behaviorn To move people to action
Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT
Content Outline
n Organises independent thoughts into coherent whole
n Limits the scope of presentation to a manageable area.
Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT
Treatment or Tones in script
The approach or manner of presenting the idea through the audio or text part of the presentation.
Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT
Tones in Instructional MM script
n Informal (familiar, “You” treatment)n Conversational (audience interaction)n Humorous (mental pauses to refresh/sustain interest)n Questioning (reinforces recall/retention)n Reward (motivation through encouragement)
Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT
Basic parts of a script
n Introductionn Main Bodyn Recapitulation
Narration Script Writing
Introduction Tells what you’re going to say
n Start with something of interest to the audiencen Introduce interestingly but briefly the subject at once
Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT
Main Body Tells what said you’re going to say
n Use familiar words (say big rather than gargantuan)n Write for the ear (if intended with narration).n Use short words (avoid fancy/unnecessary words).n Keep sentences short (vary length to avoid sounding
“choppy”).n Keep paragraphs short and uncluttered.n Use specific concrete language (something you can see, hear, taste, touch, or smell). n Use direct sentences (use “You” to address intended
audience).n Use active voice and action words
Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT
Recapitulation Summarises what you said.
n End with a summary of important points.n End with a suggested action.
Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT
Finishing your script
n Take out excess information.n Add needed details.n Check the accuracy of information.n Read your script. If you don’t like how it
sounds, neither will your audience.
Narration Script Writing
Summary
n Definitionn Steps in preparing a scriptn Basic parts of a scriptn Finishing your script
Narration Script Writing
Write to communicate and express, not to impress.
Cardinal rule in writing