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Jumpstart their speech, debate & public speaking skills. Learners master communication skills, develop commanding body language, perfect eye contact, and deliver speeches with confidence and clarity.

No previous experience is required, just come with an open mind and a willingness to learn.

Homework: To get the most out of the club, preparation is key. Learners will explore the next week’s topic by brainstorming ideas for their speeches. They should reflect on what interests them about the topic and consider ways to engage their audience. This preparation will ensure they come ready to share their insights and maximize their learning experience in the next class.
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Weekly Breakdown:

Week of Oct 7
Focus: Introduction to Public Speaking
Activity: Each learner shares a brief 1-minute introduction, incorporating at least one interesting fact about themselves.

Week of October 14
Focus: Storytelling Techniques
Activity: Learners choose one of their favorite hobbies to share in a 2-minute presentation, focusing on structure and engaging their audience.

Week of October 21
Focus: Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
Activity: Engage in a "fear ladder" activity where learners share their fears about public speaking and practice calming techniques together.

Week of October 28
Focus: Structuring a Speech
Activity: Use a simple object (like a toy or household item) to give a spontaneous 1-minute speech, focusing on a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.

Week of November 4
Focus: Vocal Variety
Activity: Participate in a vocal warm-up game where each learner reads a fun tongue twister, emphasizing different emotions or character voices.

Week of November 11
Focus: Body Language in Public Speaking
Activity: Take turns presenting a short 30-second speech using exaggerated body language to convey emotions, while others guess the emotion being portrayed.
Week of November 18

Focus: Engaging Openings
Activity: Learners practice delivering an engaging opening line for a speech, experimenting with different hooks (questions, anecdotes, quotes) in pairs.

Week of November 25
Focus: Using Visual Aids
Activity: Each learner presents a short speech using a visual aid they create on the spot, explaining how it enhances their message.

Week of December 2
Focus: Storytelling Techniques
Activity: In pairs, learners share a personal story and provide feedback on how well they engaged their partner.

Week of December 9
Focus: Practicing Speech Delivery
Activity: Learners deliver a 1-minute speech on a chosen topic, focusing on delivery and engagement with the audience.
Week of December 16

Focus: Engaging Endings
Activity: Each learner presents their own speech conclusion, focusing on how to leave a lasting impression.

Week of January 6
Focus: Charisma in Speaking
Activity: Learners practice delivering a short speech while incorporating gestures and enthusiasm, with peers providing feedback.

Week of January 13
Focus: Persuasive Speaking
Activity: Engage in a mini-debate where each learner presents their side on a fun, light-hearted topic.

Week of January 20
Focus: Using Rhetorical Questions
Activity: Learners create a 1-minute speech incorporating at least three rhetorical questions to engage their audience.

Week of January 27
Focus: Handling Q&A Sessions
Activity: Present a short speech and then answer questions from peers, practicing how to respond confidently.

Week of February 3
Focus: Developing a Personal Style
Activity: Learners present a short speech on a topic of their choice, focusing on showcasing their unique speaking style.

Week of February 10
Focus: Impromptu Speaking
Activity: Participants draw random topics and give a spontaneous 1-minute speech on that topic.

Week of February 17
Focus: Creating an Elevator Pitch
Activity: Each learner develops and delivers a brief elevator pitch for a product or idea, practicing concise communication.

Week of February 24
Focus: Audience Awareness
Activity: Learners take turns delivering a speech while classmates act as the audience, focusing on adjusting delivery based on audience reactions.

Week of March 2
Focus: Humor in Public Speaking
Activity: Learners incorporate a joke or humorous anecdote into a short speech to practice engaging the audience with humor.
Week of March 9

Focus: Analyzing Famous Speeches
Activity: Choose a famous speech and each learner presents a key takeaway or element they found effective.

Week of March 16
Focus: Importance of Preparation
Activity: In pairs, learners practice a speech with minimal preparation and then reflect on the experience.

Week of March 23
Focus: Practicing Active Listening
Activity: After a peer's speech, each learner summarizes the main points to demonstrate active listening skills.

Week of March 30
Focus: Building a Strong Argument
Activity: Each learner presents a persuasive argument on a fun topic, emphasizing clarity and conviction.

Week of April 6
Focus: Using Props Effectively
Activity: Learners use a prop to enhance their speech, explaining how it contributes to their message.

Week of April 13
Focus: Speech Etiquette
Activity: Role-play scenarios to practice professional speech etiquette and handling different speaking environments.

Week of April 20
Focus: Writing and Delivering a Poem
Activity: Each learner presents a poem of their choice, focusing on expression and emotional delivery.

Week of April 27
Focus: Making Personal Connections
Activity: Learners share a speech about a personal passion or hobby to connect with their peers.
Week of May 4

Focus: Learning from Feedback
Activity: Deliver a speech, then receive constructive feedback from peers on specific aspects of their delivery.

Week of May 11
Focus: Engaging the Audience
Activity: Each learner presents a speech while actively engaging the audience with questions or prompts.

Week of May 18
Focus: Discussing Current Events
Activity: Each learner gives a brief speech on a current event that interests them, practicing informative speaking.

Week of May 25
Focus: The Power of Emotion in Speech
Activity: Deliver a short speech emphasizing emotional appeal, with classmates providing feedback on effectiveness.

Week of June 1
Focus: Reinforcing Skills
Activity: Choose any previously covered topic and give a mini-speech incorporating multiple skills learned throughout the course.

Week of June 8
Focus: Exploring New Topics
Activity: Each learner presents a 1-minute speech on a topic they are curious about, fostering exploration and learning.

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Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.
By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.
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Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:
August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025
January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.
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Refund Policy:
We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:
All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:
In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.