$20

per class

Intro to Public Speaking & Debate

Completed by 17 learners

Ages 8-12

Live One-Time Class

In this one-time class, learners will learn the history of debate, basic terminology and process. They will also engage in a debate.

Green Communications: My Speech & Debate Coach

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4.7

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Live video meetings

Meets once

2-4 learners per class

50 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

50 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6

Beginner Level

In this one-time class, learners will get an introduction to the world of public speaking and debate. 

We will start with understanding the components of a basic speech, then learners will be asked to do an impromptu speech by answering a question in a speech format. 

We will then cover what debate is and isn't, review key terminology, and explain the process of a debate.

The second half of the class will be spent debating "Cats make better pets than dogs."  This will allow them to practice presenting their thoughts and opinions in a proper debate format without any research or preparation in advance. 

This is a great introductory course to debate and can be followed up with our ongoing "Public Speaking & Debate" club where learners discuss and debate different topics weekly. 

Have questions? Don't hesitate to reach out!

Learning Goals

debate

public speaking

Other Details

Supply List

Leaners will be provided with an outline to help them format their debate case.

External Resources

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

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Green Communications: My Speech & Debate Coach

Joined March, 2020

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Teacher expertise and credentials

1 teacher has a teaching certificate

Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

Hilary Garcia, BA Elem. Ed, ESL Certified

11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Alberta

Ken Tieu

Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Illinois State University

Garrett Young BA in Theater, TEFL

Bachelor's Degree in English from Drury University

Cassy Cochrun - BA, Professional Writing & Design

Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from Purdue University

Ben Carson

Bachelor's Degree in English from Agnes Scott College

Anna Dodds

Bachelor's Degree from Western Kentucky Universityh

Bill Thompson BA Speech Communication

Bachelor's Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University.

Melissa Peterson B.ed. TEFL

Bachelor's Degree in History from Yale University

Marco Muñoz

Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from Yale University

Marco Muñoz

Bachelor's Degree from University of Edinburgh

Tia Speece

Bachelor's Degree from Marshall University

Elizabeth Green, BA, Broadcast Journalism

Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from University of Virginia

Arya Royal

1 teacher has an Associate's degree

Associate's Degree in Education from Eastern Wyoming College

Melissa Peterson B.ed. TEFL

Hello! I'm Elizabeth Green, founder of Green Communications and My Speech and Debate Coach.

I'm honored to lead a small group of teachers with a passion for helping kids learn how to communicate confidently and effectively in public speaking situations.  We are proud to be named Outschool's Best In Class in 2023 and 2024!

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We all have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree with a focus on communications (Broadcast Journalism, Theater, Public Relations, etc).  We have won numerous awards, competitions and national titles in public speaking and debate. 

But most importantly, we know how it feels to be uncomfortable in a public speaking situation, and the importance of overcoming that.  We all went through shy stages as children until we had that ONE teacher who impacted us in a way that propelled us to self-confidence, public speaking competitions, and even careers in communications!  

Whether it's having the courage to stand up and spell an unknown word in a spelling bee, write and/or deliver compelling lines from a play, craft an effective impromptu speech, or seal the deal in a debate tournament with a persuasive closing round, our goal is to BE that teacher for your child. 

And, have a lot of fun in the process. :)

Want to learn more about our teachers? You can check out their bios by copy-pasting this link into the URL or search bar of your browser: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGKlIevCnY/7md-jtaS2k2CwW3sUL3oaA/view?utm_content=DAGKlIevCnY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

We also offer 1:1 and private group classes by request.