$20

weekly

or $120 for 6 classes

Boost Academic Success: Essential Communication Skills for Class

New class

Ages 11-16

Live Group Course

Struggling with speaking up in class, group projects, or presentations? With the guidance of a communication professor, this 6-week course teaches essential skills to boost confidence and excel academically!

Professor Megan - Building Confident Communicators

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(35 reviews)

Live video meetings

1x per week, 6 weeks

3-6 learners per class

45 min

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What's included

6 live meetings

4 hrs 30 mins in-class hours

Assignments

1 hour per week. Students will be asked to apply the lessons they learn in class to their activities outside of class. Students will be asked each week to reflect on a communication challenge or success they had outside of our class and how they handled it.

Certificate of Completion

included

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10

Beginner - Intermediate Level

Why Take This Class? 🤔

Many students excel in their academic subjects but struggle when it comes to communicating in class, collaborating with peers, or effectively engaging with teachers. Without strong communication skills, even the brightest students may face challenges in school.

This class addresses this gap by providing a supportive environment where students can develop the essential communication skills they need to succeed academically and socially. With the guidance of a communication professor who understands what students need to thrive, this course will help your child feel more confident in discussions, group projects, and presentations.

Course Overview 📈

Throughout this course, students will learn how to organize their thoughts, clearly express ideas, actively listen, and navigate classroom dynamics like discussions and conflict resolution.

Each week, students will focus on a specific communication skill, with interactive lessons, group discussions, role-playing, and hands-on activities. They will receive personalized feedback and practice their skills in a supportive space. Homework may involve skill-building exercises to prepare for the next session.

How Is the Class Structured? 📚

Each weekly session kicks off with a warm-up activity to get students comfortable and encourage participation. Students will then engage in interactive lessons that incorporate role-playing, group work, and games to develop their skills in a fun and practical way. I use a combination of lectures, discussions, and activities that align with real-world examples, keeping students engaged while building their communication toolkit step by step. 🧠🎲

How Do I Teach? 👩‍🏫

I create a positive, encouraging learning space where every student feels comfortable. My teaching style blends enthusiasm, hands-on activities, and personalized support. Each class is designed to be engaging and practical, ensuring that students can immediately apply their communication skills in school, group work, and everyday situations.

Learning Goals

Participate in classroom discussions with confidence and appropriately communicate needs and concerns to authority figures.

Understand how to actively listen and engage with others' ideas.

Syllabus

2 Units

6 Lessons

over 6 Weeks

Unit 1: Presenting Yourself Effectively

Lesson 1:

Building Confidence in Classroom Participation

 Help students become comfortable speaking up in class. Techniques for overcoming nervousness when answering questions in class.
Role-playing classroom participation. Help students become more comfortable with impromptu speaking situations, such as answering unexpected questions. Quick, fun impromptu speaking games where students are given random topics to talk about for 30 seconds to a minute. Group discussion on strategies for organizing thoughts quickly under pressure.

45 mins online live lesson

Lesson 2:

Active Listening & Quick Thinking: Responding with Confidence

 Teach active listening skills and how to respond thoughtfully to others. Listening games to sharpen focus. Practice giving thoughtful responses to classmates and teachers. Learn how to stay engaged in discussions and ask meaningful questions. Help students become more comfortable with impromptu speaking situations, such as answering unexpected questions. Quick, fun impromptu speaking games where students are given random topics to talk about for 30 seconds to a minute.

45 mins online live lesson

Lesson 3:

Presenting with Confidence

 Develop the skills needed to create and deliver a great classroom presentation. How to structure a simple presentation (using a familiar topic like a hobby or recent project). Voice projection and body language tips for presentations. Students present a 1-minute topic to practice and learn techniques to organize and deliver engaging presentations.

45 mins online live lesson

Unit 2: Communicating with Others

Lesson 4:

Effective Collaboration in Small Groups

 Learn about the common issues with group work and strategies to address them. Students will engaging in role playing games to handle problematic group members and apple communication strategies for working effectively with others.

45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs

This class is designed to be inclusive and supportive of students with ADHD, ASD, and other unique learning needs. I incorporate clear structure, visual aids, and interactive activities to keep students engaged.

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Professor Megan - Building Confident Communicators

Joined April, 2023

4.9

35reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Master's Degree in Communications from Florida Atlantic University

As a dedicated communication professor with over a decade of experience, I specialize in making complex communication theories accessible and engaging for learners of all ages. My evidence-based approach incorporates interactive activities, such as games and role-playing, to foster confidence, build essential social skills, and equip students with practical tools for success in both personal and professional settings.