Public & Competitive Speaking Methods
Every single day people across the United States and around the world stand up in front of some kind of audience and speak. The study of public speaking is important for many reasons. On a personal level, it clears away anxiety, builds confidence, improves communication skills, and hones critical thinking. On a practical level, it increases your leadership potential, makes you more influential, and enables you to impart information and persuade and entertain others. In this persuasive and competitive speaking class we will introduce 8th grade through high school students to the wonderful art of public speaking. Students will learn to relax in front of an audience and will discover how to write a compelling speech, both humorous and serious. For those students who are interested in competitive speaking, we will refine the skills of experienced speech students and prepare both the novice and the veteran for successful competition. Mrs. Meyer will customize each student's curriculum depending on their skill level and experience. Students are encouraged to compete in a at least one speech category in a speech tournament but are not required to do so.
The class will explore a variety of speeches.
A minimum enrollment of 7 students is required for class to form. Tuition: $395 fall semester, $395, spring semester and a $85 per semester supply fee. Tuition is due at the beginning of each semester. These fees cover not only tuition but also a portion of resources used in class and monthly administrative fees Course materials: Mrs. Meyer will provide the majority of materials. Students will need a dedicated speech binder with paper and pockets. Students will also need to purchase A Writers Guide to Transitional Words and Expressions by Victor Pelegrino. ISBN-13: 978-0945045021 |
