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Public Speaking and Debate 101

In this 10-week course, students will have the opportunity to learn how to effectively communicate their ideas and persuade their audience. Students will participate in a class tournament with another member in the class.
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What's included

20 live meetings
18 hrs 20 mins in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. They will work on their speeches throughout the 10 weeks of this course.
Progress Report
included

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
In this engaging and dynamic class, students will be taught the essential skills of public speaking and debate, with a specific focus on the public forum debate format. The class will cover a variety of topics including argument construction, research techniques, effective delivery, rebuttal strategies, and the nuances of public forum debate rules and procedures. The structure of the class is designed to maximize student participation and practice. Each session will begin with a brief lecture to introduce key concepts and theories, followed by interactive speaking drills and games that encourage students to practice and hone their skills in a supportive environment. My teaching style is hands-on and interactive; I believe in learning by doing, so my lectures will be concise to allow more time for student-led discussions, debates, and practice sessions. Learners will have ample opportunities to interact with me and their peers through various activities including structured debates, peer feedback sessions, and group discussions. Additionally, I will use multimedia tools such as slides and video clips to illustrate important points and provide real-world examples. The goal is for students to develop confidence and proficiency in public speaking and debate through continuous practice and constructive feedback.
Learning Goals
Construct Logical Arguments
Develop Persuasive Delivery
learning goal

Syllabus

20 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Public Speaking/Debate
 Highlight the overview of public speaking and debate in addition to incorporate icebreaker speaking games. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Introduction to Public Forum Debate Format
 Going over the format of Public Forum Debate and introduce the topic that the students will debate in weeks 9 and 10. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Constructing Logical Arguments
 Building a Strong Case: Claims, Evidence, and Warrants 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Constructing Logical Arguments Part 2
 Practice with specific topics and do speaking drills 
55 mins online live lesson

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Sung, a graduate of Vanderbilt University in Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development and Medicine, Health, and Society. I have been coaching and teaching students in public speaking and debate for the past five years. I taught for over 3 years in private and public school settings in Nashville, TN as well as schools in Charlotte, NC and Houston, TX. I believe that public speaking is an essential tool that everyone needs in life and I want to help students be able to achieve that in any setting. Additionally, I also teach classes surrounding interview preparation for colleges, internships and college application processes as well. In my free time, I love to watch sports, play sports, and watch movies.

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$36

weekly or $360 for 20 classes
2x per week, 10 weeks
55 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-8 learners per class

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