This course is suitable for students aged 7-11 years of age.
*** Multiple child discount applies ***
The content builds on Fall/Winter but can be taken as a stand-alone course. As with all our classes the size of the class is kept small to allow students to practice their skills and allow our teachers to provide feedback. Assessments will be sent to parents’ mid term and at course completion
Content is as follows:
- Basics of speech construction will be further explored and practiced.
- Vocabulary and word choices for effective communication will be studied. Students will learn how to use language to project confidence.
- Students will learn how to conduct a “demo talk”. Students will learn how to demonstrate a skill, craft, etc. to an audience effectively.
- How to sell your ideas and persuade an audience with power.
- During the course students will deliver multiple speeches, both individually and within groups.
- Each class will feature an “Off the Top” component that allows students to practice impromptu speaking skills. These sessions will improve conversational and interview skills.
"Our Emerging Speaker program has many fun and educational activities. We have recently been holding our demonstration classes. This is where the students will demonstrate a skill, craft, or recipe for the class. They learn how to provide clear direction to an audience, to speak while doing the activity, and to make sure their activity shows well on camera. We are always struck by the creativity of the students. Pictured is a recent demonstration where the students showed us how to bake a strawberry, blueberry, popcorn cake! We look forward to hearing more demonstrations in future classes!"
Emerging Speakers Level 1
Emerging Speakers – Level 1
This is an introductory set of classes. Perfect for the younger speaker and for older speakers looking to learn the basics of public speaking.
- Speech Construction…introductions, body and conclusion
- Speaking to Inform Skills…students will file News Reports and learn the importance of Who, What, Where, When, and How?
- Impromptu Speaking skills (off the top), learning how to have an introduction, body and conclusion.
- Answering teacher questions, school interviews, etc.
- Vocabulary skills will be covered.
- How to transition from point to point effectively
- Students will present an informative speech as a final project
Emerging Speakers Level 2
Emerging Speakers – Level 2
This set of classes is perfect for the older student and advanced younger speakers. This class builds on the content in Emerging Speakers.
- How to engage an audience with effective speech introductions
- Techniques to involve your audience in the presentation
- How to use vocal variety to engage your audience
- Impromptu Speaking skills (off the top) answering more complex questions.
- Developing triads within responses
- Vocabulary skills will be covered.
- How to use descriptive language to have your audience more engaged with your content
- Students will present a scary story that uses descriptive language and vocal variety to create tension and suspense
Emerging Speakers Level 3
Emerging Speakers – Level 3
This set of classes is for students who have taken Engaging Speakers. The students will learn the art of persuasion and how to sell themselves and their ideas.
- How to persuade within a speech
- Techniques to present with confidence
- Group presentation skills will be developed in this class
- How to sell a product or service to an audience
- Vocabulary skills will be covered.
- How to select the right words to project confidence and authority
- Students will pitch a business to local community leaders (think Shark Tank, Dragon’s Den)
Emerging Speakers Level 4
Emerging Speakers – Level 4
This set of classes is for students who have taken Level 2 and 3, or students who have extensive experience with public speaking and advanced speaking skills. The students will learn the art of story telling and finding their narrative.
- How to find relevant stories to fit your speech theme
- The art of story telling, use of voice, and the use of pauses will be explored in detail
- How to inject humour into a speech
- Vocabulary skills will be covered.
- How to tell a story for maximum effect and impact on the audience
- The art of delivering a TED talk style speech will be the final assignment
Emerging Speakers Level 5
Emerging Speakers – Level 5
This set of classes is for students who have taken all previous levels, or students who have extensive experience with public speaking and advanced speaking skills. The students will learn the art of inspiration and how to inspire the audience!
- Learn the steps needed to inspire an audience
- Review and examine inspirational speakers and study their speech construction
- The power of quotes and how to use them to enhance your message
- How to build rapport with the audience
- The final project is to deliver an inspirational speech to community leaders and youth
