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"Speak Up!" Interactive Public Speaking Class - A Speech Each Week! FLEX
In this interactive FLEX class, students will learn how to give a speech! We'll cover 4 different speeches: informative, persuasive, storytelling and how-to speeches by writing, recording ourselves and responding to peers.
9-12
year old learners
4th-6th
US Grade Level
3-9
learners per class
$10
per weekCharged weekly
Flexible schedule
Over 4 weeks
No live meetings
Available times
Pacific
Description
Class Experience
In this FLEX class, students will write and record a speech each week! We will cover persuasive, informative, storytelling and how-to speeches while learning a new technique each week to apply to our speeches. Classes will include pre-recorded lessons by Mrs. A. Students will use research, Kahoot!, and collaboration to grow their writing and speaking skills. Through recorded lessons, reflections, and these interactive activities, students will be prepared to write a speech and record...
Students will be able to write persuasive, informative, storytelling and how-to speeches Students will find informational, persuasive, storytelling and how-to speeches in the world and play games with each one Students will be able to perform their written speeches and apply new public speaking skills to their speeches Students will be able to think critically about their peers speeches and respond with meaningful feedback
I am a licensed teacher in the state of Iowa and have years of classroom experience both in person and online. In high school, I qualified for the State Speech competition all four years. Since then, I've seen the benefits of learning to speak publicly time and time again! See more about my qualifications below! Certifications: BA in elementary education (2015) MA in teaching (2022) TESOL Experience: 1,500+ classes taught online (and counting) Former third grade teacher (private school) Kindergarten and preschool (public school) Mother of two boys Honors: High School Valedictorian, CPU High Magna Cum Laude, Concordia St. Paul KHAK Teacher of the Week, 2016 100% 5 Star Reviews through online teaching platforms Debt free! (paid $100k+ in 4 years) Featured on the Dave Ramsey Show High School State Speech Qualifier 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Students will be expected to write a speech each week and respond to classmates' speeches. The process of writing, practicing and recording their speeches will take time and focus and perhaps support from an adult in their lives. Speeches will be due on Thursdays and video feedback for their peers is due on Fridays.
A graphic organizer will be provided to help guide students in writing their speeches.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Mrs. A will provide feedback to all speeches.
No live meetings, and an estimated 1 - 2 hours per week outside of class.
Students may need support researching their chosen topic and practicing their speech, depending on your child's level of writing and experience. Some students may need help learning how to record themselves, do retakes, and leaving video comments.
Teacher
About Me
Hi! I am Kara Agyekum, but you can call me Mrs. A. I've been teaching in public and private schools as well as online since 2012. I have a teaching license in the state of Iowa, a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a Masters of Arts in...
