Speak Like an Influencer Series - Persuasive Speaking
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Learners will write and practice their persuasive speeches on their own so that they can present them to the class.Assessment
Learners will be given positive, supportive, and constructive feedback in every class session so that they can build their skills and their confidence on their path to becoming a skilled public speaking influencer.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner Level
Learners will become proficient in storytelling. All influencers are persuasive speakers. We will learn the elements that make up a persuasive presentation. We will practice these techniques, and we will learn to evaluate them in other speakers. We will learn general speaking techniques and specific, persuasive techniques, and we will practice them at every class session. We will do many other exercises including impromptu speaking and speaking assessments. Week 1: Introduction to Persuasive Speaking Week 2: Learner presentations, feedback, exercises, drills. Week 3: Learner presentations, feedback, exercises, drills. Week 4: Learner showcase, feedback, exercises, drills. At the end of this course, learners will have mastered the basic techniques of persuasion and will have practiced their presentations in front of the class. Your learner is well on their way to becoming an influencer. Check out the next class in the series – Public Speaking Influencer Series –Storytelling
Learning Goals
Learners will learn techniques and strategies to become competent persuasive speakers. They will practice in front of the class to gain the skills and confidence necessary to become an influencer.
Other Details
Learning Needs
N/A
Pre-Requisites
N/A
Supply List
Learners are required to keep their mic and camera on and be in a quiet location free from distractions.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
All presentations and discussions in the class setting will be G-rated.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from San Diego State University
I am an ACE Educator for Outschool. I have a BA in Linguistics from San Diego State University, a TEFL Teaching Certificate, and a Google Digital Marketing and Ecommerce certificate. I am a Distinguished Toastmaster and a member of the D25 Speakers' Bureau. I run my own blog and have extensive experience with social media marketing and influencer programs.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly or $60 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-14
2-6 learners per class