Public Speaking 3-Day Workshop (Ages 10-14)

Participants (ages 10-14) in this fun and interactive 3-day public speaking workshop will learn how to prepare an outline for a speech, practice public speaking and conversation skills, and provide one another with positive feedback. Each student will prepare short speeches and discover positive ways their words motivate and encourage others.  

DAY 1 - ON YOUR MARK: Introduction / Creating an Outline
Each participant will create an outline for an "All About Me" speech.  The speech will be 1- to 4-minutes long.  Participants will also introduce themselves and practice conversation skills.

NOTE:  A SPEECH OUTLINE for this workshop is typically about 8 sentences; however, they can add details to enhance their speeches.  A copy of an outline is provided to participants.

DAY 2 - GET SET: Speech Practice and Feedback
Students will share their "All About Me" speeches with one another.  They will practice public speaking skills and receive positive feedback from one another and the teacher.  

Students will also identify a story from their own lives to create an "I Have a Voice" motivational speech to (1) explain how they faced a personal challenge and (2) share at least 3 tips for others who may face a similar challenge.

Challenges can include but are not limited to:
* Moving to a new city, state, or country.
* Attending a new school.
* Learning a new language.
* Learning a new skill such as a sport, musical instrument, art, dance, acting, etc.
* Bravely saying something you felt scared to express.
* Doing something you believed was the right thing to do.

DAY 3 - GO!  Share Your Voice
Participants will share "I Have a Voice" speeches with one another.  They will (1) describe personal stories about a challenge they faced, (2) use appropriate volume, vocal variety, tempo, eye contact, and gestures as they deliver their speeches, (3) describe at least 3 suggestions others can use if they experience a similar challenge, and (4) provide a conclusion at the end of their speech.  Students will receive positive feedback and encouragement from one another and the instructor.  

Participants will also have opportunities to practice impromptu speaking and improvisation skills.  An impromptu speech requires little to no preparation.  It is a fun way to sharpen speaking and listening skills.

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Previous public speaking experience is helpful, but background knowledge and skills are not required to participate.  This public speaking camp is designed to help all speakers confidently practice new skills and receive encouragement in a safe and positive environment.

Participants will explore ways they can inspire and motivate others with words. Topics must be objective, inclusive, and age-appropriate.  In accordance with Outschool guidelines, topics "may not promote discrimination, hate speech, or violence."  Public speaking criteria includes appropriate volume, vocal variety, tempo, eye contact, and meaningful gestures.