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Advanced Public Speaking for Kids With a TED Speaker (Ages 10-14)

Speakers (ages 10-14) build confidence, boost verbal and nonverbal communication skills, master conversation, and strengthen public speaking gifts in this interactive class with an expert TED speaker, teacher, and public speaking coach.
Dr. Julie Connor
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What's included

10 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Learners with advanced speaking skills will practice public speaking skills and discuss how to prepare a variety of different speeches in each class. Learners will create a speech outline (provided by the instructor) and practice their speech delivery.
Assessment
Class discussion, thumbs up / thumbs down, step-by-step check-ins of the outline progress throughout the class, guided practice to check for understanding, independent writing practice; self-assessment, positive feedback to and from students in the class
Grading
I can provide written speech feedback upon request.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Does your child enjoy speaking or performing in front of others?  This class is for students (ages 10-14) with ADVANCED public speaking skills.  Participants deliver different types of speeches and master new skills in this public speaking class.  

See the syllabus for a description of each class:

Week #1 - INTRODUCTION SPEECH
Week #2 - INTERVIEW SKILLS
Week #3 - INFORMATIONAL SPEECH with PRESENTATION SLIDES
Week #4 - HOW TO USE HUMOR IN A SPEECH4
Week #5 - STORYTELLING WITHOUT A NET
Week #6 - IMPROMPTU SPEAKING SKILLS (Impromptu & Improvisation Skill Practice)
Week #7 - IMPROMPTU SPEAKING SKILLS (Different Formats for Impromptu Speeches)
Week #8 - MOTIVATIONAL SPEECH
Week #9 - HOW TO PREPARE A TED Talk
Weeks #10 - CREATE A VIDEO
I do NOT share students' videos to protect their privacy.  Students can view their video presentations by watching the Outschool recording of this class.

As advanced students practice public speaking skills, they will provide and receive positive feedback from the teacher and peers to strengthen their public speaking skills and boost their speaking confidence.  

*** If your child or teen joins this class after the first meeting, consider enrolling them in "Create an Awesome Speech Outline for a Presentation or Contest."  The outline class will provide the structure they need to prepare speeches for this class. (optional)

*** NOTE:  If your child has no or limited public speaking skills, consider enrolling them in my 1-on-1 or group public speaking classes.  The private and group classes offer opportunities to learn basic public speaking and communication skills. 

This ongoing class provides opportunities students to gain confidence, overcome "stage fright" and public speaking anxiety, and receive encouraging feedback as they practice public speaking skills. 

I look forward to meeting your child. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Learning Goals

Strengthen public speaking and conversation confidence:  Learn techniques to overcome stage fright and manage public speaking anxiety.
Develop powerful verbal and nonverbal communication skills:  Effectively use your voice, body language, and facial expressions to communicate with others.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
10 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
INTRODUCTION SPEECH
 Participants will introduce themselves to others and craft a quality speech about themselves. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
INTERVIEW SKILLS
 Participants will confidently ask and respond to interview questions.  They will learn tips that strengthen their interview experiences. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
INFORMATIONAL SPEECH with PRESENTATION SLIDES
 Participants will create a fact-based speech and skillfully create presentation slides to accompany an informational speech.  Powerful slides limit the number of words (slides are not a script) and use bold images that strengthen their presentations. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
HOW TO USE HUMOR IN A SPEECH
 Participants will practice speaking with expression (including volume, pitch, tempo), reduce filler words, and use gestures as they deliver a speech that includes humor. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
SUGGESTED PRE-REQUISITE SKILLS: * Participation in a public speaking class * Acting or public speaking experience * Speech writing skills Students may enroll in my "Create an Awesome Speech Outline for a Presentation or Contest" class.
Supply List
* Speech outlines (provided to students before every speech assignment)
* Notebook or writing paper (optional)
* Pencil or pen
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
* Speech outlines (created by Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D.; provided to students before class) * Additional resources related to the week's topic will be provided to students. * Speech PowerPoint presentations created by Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D., will be shared with students during each class session.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Doctoral Degree in Education from University of Missouri
Master's Degree in Education from University of Central Missouri
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Central Missouri
My name is Dr. Julie Connor and I am a confidence builder.  As a TED speaker, speech contest judge, and experienced public speaking teacher and coach, I empower youth with strong speaking and communication skills through a variety of fun, interactive activities. My education and expertise with children and teens are listed below:

* Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
* Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Education Administration / Elementary & Secondary Ed.
* Master of Science in Education (M.S.) - Curriculum & Instruction
* Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.) - Elementary Education (K-8)

Teacher Certification:  
* Elementary Education (K-Gr. 8)
* Secondary English & Language Arts (Gr. 7-12)
* Secondary Speech & Theater (Gr. 7-12)
* Secondary Science Education (Gr. 7-12)

TESOL Certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

TEDxYouth@Louisburg Speaker
30+ years for traditional and online teaching experience in and outside of the U.S.
30+ years of experience as a speech coach 
30+ years of experience as a speech & debate contest judge

Author of an award-winning personal goal-setting book, Dreams to Action Trailblazer's Guide

Dr. Julie Connor, Ed.D.
Outschool Public Speaking Teacher | TED Speaker & Author

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$25

weekly

1x per week, 10 weeks
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-12 learners per class

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