Speech Writing & Public Speaking Camp for Teens
Unleash the full potential of your public speaking prowess in this dynamic class, where you'll not only refine your speechwriting skills but also command the stage with confidence!
Green Communications: My Speech & Debate Coach
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
Learners will write a speech independently after instruction on how to do so. Learners should plan to spend 1-2 hours outside of class on this project.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 10
Welcome to the Speech and Speak-tacular Camp! Get ready for a week filled with confidence-building speaking adventures. We're here to unleash the hidden orator within you and transform you into a captivating speaker extraordinaire. On Day 1, we'll unravel the secrets of different speech types, like informative, demonstrative, and persuasive. We'll equip you with the superpower to identify them with ease. We'll also unveil the 3 things every speech needs to captivate an audience. 👉 Homework for the day? Choose a topic for your speech and dive into research mode. Day 2 is all about unlocking your conversational prowess. We'll explore the magic of weaving words together in a way that feels like a genuine conversation. We'll also unveil the secrets of a great speaker, sharing tips on pacing, posture, volume, and much more. Get ready to unleash your inner performer! 👉 For homework, it's time to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and start crafting your own awe-inspiring speech. Day 3 is where the real excitement begins. We'll put your newly acquired skills to the test with impromptu speeches—thrilling moments where you'll curate and deliver a speech on the spot, no time to prepare! Brace yourself for the unexpected and embrace the thrill of speaking on your feet. We'll also introduce you to the thrilling world of beginner debate skills. 👉 For homework you will put the finishes touches on your speech and practice it. Day 4 - Lights, camera, action! You will take the floor and present your speech to the class in a super supportive environment. You might even realize that you enjoyed the butterfly feeling as much as the round of applause at the end! So buckle up, campers! This week will be a whirlwind of words, a rollercoaster of rhetoric. Get ready to unleash your inner orator and embark on an adventure that will forever transform your speaking abilities. The stage awaits, and you're the star of the show! We also offer this course for ages 8-12 here: https://outschool.com/classes/speech-writing-public-speaking-camp-qlV4j4MQ
Learning Goals
Being comfortable speaking in public is an invaluable asset for any future career. My hope is that by giving learners practice in a small group environment at a young age, they will gain the confidence and beginning skills that they can use all throughout life!
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Alberta
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Illinois State University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Drury University
Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from Purdue University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Agnes Scott College
Bachelor's Degree from Western Kentucky Universityh
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University.
Bachelor's Degree in History from Yale University
Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from Yale University
Bachelor's Degree from University of Edinburgh
Bachelor's Degree from Marshall University
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from University of Virginia
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Education from Eastern Wyoming College
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Live Group Class
$85
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
4-8 learners per class
