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Pierson, Max E.; Cunio, Theodore F. – American School Board Journal, 1996
New board members can jeopardize their abilities to get things done if they don't take the time to understand how school boards work. Advises new board members to watch what they say and lists 10 statements new board members often make but should not. (MLF)
Descriptors: Board of Education Role, Boards of Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Occupational Information
Safire, William – Trusteeship, 1994
An essayist shares ideas on the making of good speeches. Elements recommended include establishing rapport early, structuring the speech well, using language for movement, making the most of the occasion, focusing comments carefully, phrasing well, communicating purpose, having a theme, avoiding problematic vocabulary, and arriving at completion.…
Descriptors: Audience Awareness, Coherence, Communication Skills, Language Rhythm
