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Public Speaking for Beginners: Speech, Debate & Communication Skills

A beginner public speaking class where you prepare speeches, practice impromptu speaking, debate fun topics, and build conversational skills. Join us to learn how to present and communicate like a TED speaker — fluent and confident!
Create N Learn: Game-Based Learning & Future Skill
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5.0
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(26)
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What's included

12 live meetings
10 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Each week you will complete a fun speaking or writing challenge to practice their skills and prepare for the next class.
Assessment
included

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Early Bird Offer: Get $15 off my class with coupon code NLEARNEW15 until Feb 28, 2025.

Public speaking is more than just standing in front of a crowd — it's about finding your voice, expressing your ideas, and having the confidence to share them with the world!

In this class, students will grow their communication skills through interactive games, imaginative storytelling, exciting themes (like superheroes, movies, and robots!), and real-world speaking challenges. Whether they’re giving a speech, debating their favorite food, or pretending to sell a flying broomstick — every lesson is designed to help them speak with clarity, creativity, and confidence.

What will students do?

🎙️ Play speaking games that build confidence and quick thinking.
🧠 Learn speech techniques like voice projection, eye contact, and persuasive strategies.
🎬 Debate movie genres, pitch magical items, and describe their dream robots.
📚 Use themes like sports, AI, magic, and food to practice structured, expressive speaking.

✨ What makes this class special?
1.  Creative Themes: Each lesson is built around a fun topic—like superheroes, storytelling, or magic—to keep students excited and engaged.
2. Practical Public Speaking Skills: Students learn real techniques (like the S.P.E.A.K. method, persuasive appeals, and speech structure) they can use in everyday life.
3. Confidence First: We create a supportive space where it’s okay to make mistakes. Every student gets to speak, grow, and feel proud of their progress.
4. Fun & Interactive: With improv games, debates, and speech challenges, every class feels more like a game than a lecture!

By the end of the course, students won’t just be better public speakers — they’ll be bolder thinkers, more expressive storytellers, and confident communicators ready to share their voice with the world! 🎤

Learning Goals

Develop confidence in public speaking through games, storytelling, and themed speech activities.
Learn essential speaking skills like voice projection, eye contact, body language, and tone variation.
learning goal

Syllabus

12 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Meet the Mic – Getting Comfortable on Stage
 Start your speaking journey with games, role-play, and debates! Learn what makes a great speaker and build confidence through fun activities like restaurant conversations and “talking stick” warm-ups. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Speak Like a Champ – Sports & Speech Structure
 Discover the power of communication in sports. Learn how to organize a speech with a strong beginning, middle, and end. Then, deliver your own speech about a sports hero or why sports matter. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Superhero Speaking Powers
 Unlock your voice with superhero flair! Learn four public speaking powers—voice, eye contact, expression, and confidence—while creating your own superhero and giving a power-packed speech. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Movie Magic – Genre Debates & Storytelling
 Lights, camera, speak! Explore movie genres, pitch your own film idea, and debate which genre is best. Practice thinking quickly with “Would You Rather” and improv games. 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Minimal guidance needed; however, your encouragement will enhance their confidence.
Supply List
Basic stationery: pen and notebook. A set of sketch pens for colorful creativity

Note for parents: All your child needs is their imagination—we’ll handle the rest! Get ready for a session filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments of discovery
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
We’re a team of experienced educators who love making reading and writing fun for young learners. With backgrounds in literacy, creative writing, and elementary education, we design engaging, theme-based lessons that build confidence, spark curiosity, and grow essential language skills — all at a pace that fits your child’s needs.

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$24

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2x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-4 learners per class

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