Learners will become successful public speakers in any number of situations including presentations, interviews, introductions, conducting business, making conversation, meeting new people, telling stories and many more. They will learn speaking skills including vocal variety, body languge, gestures, use of stage, pacing, and audience engagement. They will also learn speech writing skills including structure, character arc, story arc, dialogue, timing, word choice and effectiveness. Each participant will also learn leadership skills as they learn to give positive and supportive feedback to each other, and as they learn to mentor and guide newer participants into the workshop program.

I am an Outschool ACE Educator. I have a BA in Linguistics from San Diego State University as well as a TEFL certificate. I am also a Distinguished Toastmaster and a member of the D25 Speakers' Bureau. I have spent many years working in the entertainment industry as a story analyst, reviewing submitted scripts and writing coverage reports for the producers. I have taught English as a Second Language and Public Speaking to children and adults all over the world. 

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Informal assessments will be given at each class session with positive and constructive suggestions given to improve their presentation skills.
Grades Offered

Learners can use any source they desire to prepare their speeches; however, all class presentations will be G-rated.