Unit 2a - The Art & Science of Public Speaking

1. Speaker’s Intent

(4:59)

2.The Art & Science

of Public Speaking

(3:07)

3. Nonverbal Communication & Listening

(9:53)

4.Demographics

(2:31)

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2. Choosing an Informative Speech Topic

(8:38)

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Speech - unit 2
the art & science of public speaking

During unit 3, both the “art” and the “science” of public speaking will be explored. Aspects of effective speaking and listening will also be analyzed with the intention of improving students’ verbal & nonverbal speaking skills, as well as their listening skills.

Day 1 - INTRODUCTORY SPEECHES

Day 2 - Speaker’s Intent & Feedback

Day 3 - The Art & Science of Public Speaking

Day 4 - Nonverbal Communication & Listening

Clip: Modern Family (Debate practice for Claire)

Article about tones

Day 5 - Audience Demographics

Day 6 - Topic Selection

Informative TOPIC IDEAS (worksheet)

Unit question:
Is effective public speaking needed in THE DIGITAL AGE?

unit schedule