Exploring Public Speaking

Semester (11301)
Level
Middle School
Content Area
English
Grade(s)
8

<p>Students will practice all elements of preparation, delivery, and evaluation in preparing and presenting speeches including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Research, organize, and outline speeches.</li>
<li>Develop techniques for impromptu and extemporaneous speeches.</li>
<li>Deliver speeches from both outlined and prepared texts.</li>
<li>Develop techniques for highly effective communication, such as humor, quotations, props, and graphic information.</li>
<li>Learn oratorial skills for effective delivery.</li>
</ul>

Schools
Kenmore Middle School