Public Speaking for Beginners: Pokemon
This one-time class serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of public speaking for beginners. Our theme for this section is Pokemon.
Rhett Spurlin
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(465)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this one-time class, we will be focusing on the Informative Speaking style of speech writing and presentation. Through a mix of slide and video examples, students will learn presentation techniques. Once a base understanding of Informative Speaking and has been established, the students will be given an opportunity to practice presenting a 1-minute speech related to Pokemon that has been prewritten by the instructor. Presenting the speech is optional, though encouraged in order to put into practice the tips we will learn in class. Come to class ready to tell us about your favorite Pokemon!
Learning Goals
In this introduction to Informative Speaking, students will learn the basics of preparation and presentation. Students will learn the importance of preparation and practice to help alleviate much of the fear associated with public speaking.
Other Details
Supply List
A basic speech writing outline will be attached in the welcome message when you register for class.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
465reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, everyone! I'm Rhett, and I would love the chance to be one of your Outschool Instructors. From an early age, I've always found myself comfortable speaking or performing on stage to small or large groups. In high school, I competed on an elite Speech and Debate team specializing in political analysis, served as the student director for the community-access television station, and earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
I received my Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Mississippi State University, with dual concentrations in TV Broadcasting and Theater. I served as on-air talent for the on-campus news broadcast, performed in multiple theater productions, and was a member of Lab Rats Improv Comedy Troupe. After college, I moved to New York City for 2 years where I worked in communications and performed amateur stand up comedy. I am now back in Memphis, TN where I performed as an actor in the season 1 finale of Bluff City Law. I am also a musician and have performed live concerts at small and large venues throughout my life. My mom, Lizzy Spurlin, is an Outschool teacher as well.
My goal is to use my experiences to help students become not only effective public speakers, but confident ones. Public speaking and performance are often cited as one of many people's biggest fears. I believe I have the tools to teach students to mitigate this fear and develop their ideas into coherent messages for public presentation.
If the prospect of public speaking makes you anxious, I understand! But with the correct preparation and practice, the prospect becomes much less worrisome. I'd love to show you!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-6 learners per class
