CLAIM – DATA – WARRANT Speech
& Research Defense

In this speech you will be writing an opinionated statement (called a “Claim”) and then doing research to back up that statement (this is the “Data”).  After stating your claim and data you must explain how your data provides evidence to prove your claim.  In addition, you must also defend why you believe your research is credible.  Be prepared to answer follow up questions from the class and/or the instructor regarding your research.  

REQUIREMENTS:
•	Write one properly worded “Claim”
•	Research and orally cite 2 different pieces of “Data” (research) from two different sources
•	All oral citations must include: 

1.	Who: 
•	typically the authors name but make sure to give us their credentials to establish their area of expertise.  (Note: this may involve additional research about the author)

2.	When:
•	Typically the date of publication / posting

3.	& Where:
•	Name of the root source (i.e. Rolling Stone magazine, msn.com, etc.)

•	Typed Outline (key words and phrases are much better than full sentences to use as notes)
•	“Works Cited” page (use APA documentation formatting)
•	TIME: 2:30