8 Components of a Great Speech •Activity 1 – Explore: Students will explore and discus the meaning and purpose of public speaking and what a good public speaker can do to engage their audience. •Activity 2 – Explain: Students will learn and discuss what the 8 competencies listed on the 8 Components of a Great Speech rubric look like when applied to a speech in real life. •Activity 3 – Apply: Students will apply the 8 competencies by grading a video of another student giving a speech using the B 8 Components of a Great Speech rubric. They will then use the competencies listed in the rubric to complete a short practice activity in front of the class. •Activity 4 – Reflection: Students will read several statements about the lesson they just completed. Students will place themselves in a “line” based on if they “agree” or “disagree” with the statement. They will then discuss why they agree or disagree 5 th ,6 th , 7 th , 8 th Grades •PPT, Computer, Projector •8 Components of a Great Speech rubric •http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/eng/adora_sv itak.html Materials and Websites Learning Objectives Language Arts Content Standard II: Students will communicate effectively through speaking and writing 5-8 Benchmark II-A: Use speaking as an interpersonal communication tool •5 1. Read aloud grade-level text with fluency, comprehension, expression, and personal style demonstrating an awareness of volume, •pace, audience, and purpose •6 1. Assume a variety of roles in group discussions (e.g., active listener, discussion leader, facilitator, reporter/synthesizer) •7 1. Choose precise and engaging language, well suited to the topic and audience. •7 2. Use figurative language and a variety of speech patterns. •7 3. Choose between standard and non-standard English dialects as appropriate for the topic, purpose, and audience. • 7 4. Interact in group discussions by: • a. offering personal opinions confidently without dominating; • b. giving valid reasons that support opinions; and • c. soliciting and considering others’ opinions. •8 1. Present similar content for various purposes and to different audiences showing appropriate changes in delivery •8 3. Identify formal and informal speaking contexts that are reflected in slang, jargon, and different language styles. We will learn practice and apply the 8 competencies listed in the 8 Components of a Great Speech rubric