Topics and Objectives
1. Course Outline
— Recall class procedures, grading and deadlines, and submitting work.
2. Importance of Speech Training and Tips for Public Speeches
— Recall the vitalness of communication skills.
— Summarize the steps for acquiring good communication skills.
— Generalize what God's Word has to say about the Christian's speech.
3. Scripted Personal Experience Speech
— Compose a one-minute personal experience speech.
— Present the speech by reading from the script using a clear approach to the front of class and clear verbal skills.
4. Conversation
— Carry on a conversation with a close relation and an acquaintance.
— Listen well and pass the conversation back and forth.
5. Scripted Personal Experience Speech Performance
— Present a personal experience reading from a script using the approach, handling of a script, and effective vocal and body expression.
6. Conversations Performance
— Conduct an impromptu conversation with classmates using a prompt.
— Implement the proper etiquette points for conversing.
7. Phone, Introductions, and Personal Experience Speech 2
— Summarize the steps for proper phone and people introductions.
— Call a friend's home using proper phone etiquette.
— Practice introducing people using the correct order of introductions and a phrase to connect those being introduced.
— Compose a personal experience speech using an outline and keycard.
— Memorize the main plot line and create an attention-getting introduction and lesson-learned conclusion.
— Evaulate a former student's personal experience speech on Youtube.
8. Personal Experience Speech Practice
— Present a personal experience using a keycard with memorized introduction and conclusion.
9. The Spoken Word and Tongue Twisters
— Compare and contrast the ennunciation and pronunciation.
— Recite tongue twisters with correct ennunciation and pronounciation.
10. Impromptu
— Define the impromptu speech.
— Name the five steps to impromptu speech writing.
11. Personal Experience Speech 2 Performance
— Share a personal experience without reading from a script using a keycard.
— Implement the proper approach, eye contact, vocal and body expression, and a memorized introduction conclusion.
12. Tongue Twister Practice
— Pronounce and ennunciate challenging tongue twisters.
— Read orally the tongue twisters with ease of enunciation, pronunciation, proper expression and rate.
13. Impromptu Practice
— Prepare a three-minute impromptu speech from a given prompt.
— Present the impromptu speech using a keycard for main points.
14. Object Lesson
— Evaluate different object lessons via video and script to select one for performance.
— Summarize the script which teaches a biblical truth using an object.
— Retell the lesson using a Bible verse, the object, and a keycard.
— Adjust object lesson in response to parent's evaluation.
— Define the object lesson.
15. Impromptu Performance
— Prepare in three minutes an impromptu speech with the five components given a prompt.
— Present the impromptu speech using a key card.
16. Visual Aids
— Recall guidelines for using visual aids during a presentation.
17. Impromptu Performance
— Prepare In three minutes an impromptu speech with all five components from a given prompt.
— Present an impromptu speech on a given topic or object with the five components and transitions.
18. Using Visual Aids
— Summarize the guidelines for using visual aids including the size, handling, and timing.
19. Object Lesson Practice Phase 1
— Present the object lesson using the object, a keycard, and Bible verse.
20. Tongue Twister Practice
— Read fluently teacher-selected sentences with proper enunciation and pronunciation.
21. Tongue Twister Performance
— Speak fluently three tongue twister sentences selected by the teacher for evaluation.
22. Gesturing Tips
— Describe how gestures should be made.
— Recite sentences incorporating appropriate gestures.
23. Object Lesson Practice Phase 2
— Present an object lesson with an object, keycard, and Bible verse.
— Adjust the object lesson according to evaluative comments of teacher and parent.
24. Object Lesson Performance
— Present an object lesson for children using a key card, Bible verse, and object while speaking and demonstrating the object.
25. Sales Presentation
— Define the purpose of a sales presentation.
— Summarize the five parts of a sales presentation.
— Name the seven principles of persuasion.
26. Sales Presentation Practice
— Persuade an audience to buy a product.
— Incorporate the five components for a sales presentation.
— Review teacher and parent evaluation and make adjustments to improve the sales presentation.
27. Informative Speech
— Define an informative speech.
— Summarize the layout of an informative speech.
— Research three sources on topic chosen for informative speech.
— Record bibliography information on note cards for sources.
— Compose a tentative outline for the informative speech.
— Extract information on fifteen note cards that support the outline points.
28. Informative Speech Sentence Outline
— Compose a sentence outline with an introduction, conclusion, main points and transitional sentences.
29. Sales Presentation Performance
— Persuade an audience to buy a product.
— Incorporate the five components for a sales presentation.
— Review teacher and parent evaluation and make adjustments to improve the sales presentation.
30. Informative Speech Practice
— Present the memorized introduction and point one of the informative speech using a key card only.
31. Scripture Interpretation
— Define Scripture Interpretation.
— Distinguish the difference between recitation and interpretation.
— Select a Scripture passage and analyze the meaning and how to emphasis, phrase, and word color the passage to add in interpretation.
— Research a Bible commentary to add with understanding the passage.
— Memorize the first one third of the passage.
32. Informative Speech Final Practice
— Present the informative speech with memorized introduction, conclusion, three main points, and transitional statements.
— Share information about an animal for the informative speech that will educated the audience.
— Incorporate a visual aid that will enhance the informative speech presentation.
— Adjust the presentation based on suggestions of parents, teachers, and students.
33. Informative Speech Performance
— Present a five-minute informative speech using a keycard, visual aid, memorized intro and conclusion, three points, and transitional statements.
34. Scripture Passage
— Orally read the selected Scripture passage with interpretive elements in class.
— Memorize two thirds of the passage.
— Record voice to evaluate word coloring, pronunciation, enunciation, interpretation, and phrasing of passage.
— Review parent evaluation and implement comments for Scripture passage interpretation.
35. Storytelling
— Recall the history of storytelling.
— Use the imagination embellishing an Aesop's fable.
— Enlarge the vocabulary while recounting the story.
— Recount events in using one's own words using distinct voices for the narrator and characters.
36. Scripture Passage Interpretation
— Present the Scripture passage for memory with the introduction.
— Use proper phrasing, vocal expression, and body language to interpret the Scripture passage.
37. Mechanics of Voice and Vocal Process Part 1
— Implement proper respiration by using the diaphragm correctly.
— Recognize by hearing examples of improper breathing: thoracic and clavicular.
— Practice sending the correct amount of air past the relaxed vocal folds.
38. Aesop's Fable
— Retell with plot embellishments the Aesop fable for memory.
— Incorporate different voices for the Aesop fable characters.
39. Fairy Tales
— Select a fairy tales after reading a variety of choices.
— Retell the fairy tale without memorizing word for word.
40. Scripture Interpretation Performance
— Present a memorized Scripture passage including and original introduction.
— Interpret the passage using affective vocal techniques and body language.
41. Aesop' Fable Final Practice
— Retell the fable and its moral using distinct voices and storytelling techniques.
42. The Vocal Process
— Practice proper resonation and articulation.
43. Fairy Tale
— Evaluate a former student's fairy tale performance.
— Analyze the fairy tale's plot and characters.
44. Aesop's Fable Performance
— Present a fable using distinct characterization and storytelling techniques.
45. Characteristics of the Voice
— Define pitch and rate.
— Explain when to use a certain pitch and rate.
46. Improvisational Storytelling
— Create a spontaneous story working together as a class.
47. Writing a Fairy Tale Introduction
— Compose an attention-getting introduction which includes the theme of the fairy tale.
48. Fairy Tale
— Present a fairy tale with a memorized introduction using distinct character voices, stances, and body movements.
— Evaluate a self-recording of the fairy tale.
49. Voice Characteristics
— Explain when and why to vary voice force.
— Define voice quality.
50. Poetry Interpretaion
— Define poetry interpretation.
— Review the advantages of interpreting poetry.
— Apply the steps of interpreting poetry by answering analysis questions.
— Select a poem from a list of choices.
— Evaluate the key characteristics of poetry interpretation by watching a sample student's performances.
— Locate poetic devices in the selected poem.
— Research the poet's biographical background and purpose for writing the poem.
51. Fairy Tale
— Present the fairy tale incorporating all storytelling techniques.
— Analyzie the evaluation sheets from self and parent evaluation to implement improvements.
52. Storytelling Performance
— Present a memorized fair tale introduction and recount the fairy tale using characterization and story telling techniques.
— Communicate the story on a child's level.
53. Poetry Interpretation Practice Day
— Present the poem with proper vocal characteristics, phrasing, and interpretive skills.
54. Poetry Script Revision and Writing an Introduction
— Mark the poem script with symbols which will aid in interpreting the words.
— Write and memorize an attention-getting poem that includes the theme.
55. Solo Pantomime
— Write a solo pantomime sketch with a clear beginning, conflict, climax and resolution.
— Present the solo pantomime with big gestures, clear object representation, and facial expression.
56. Duet Mime
— Create a possible scenario for two mimes and select a possible partner.
57. Pantomime Exercises
— Improvise pantomime actions given a prompt.
58. Poetry Performance
— Present a poetry interpretation including a memorized introduction and memorized poem.
— Interpret the poem by using word coloring, phrasing, varied pitch and force, and body and facial expression.
59. Solo Mime Practice
— Present an original solo pantomime including a conflict, climax, and resolution using only non-verbal communication.
60. Duet Pantomime
— Discuss with the duet mime partner an original sketch idea.
61. Final Solo Pantomime Practice
— Mime an original sketch non-verbally including a complete plot line.
— Demonstrate the correct size and weight of "objects."
— Maintain consistency with placement of objects.
— Perform using the characteristics of exaggerated, distinct mime movements.
62. Monologues
— Define monologues.
— Restate the general rules for monologues.
— Review the steps for effective characterization.
— Recognize stock characters.
63. Duet Mime Workshop
— Practice duet mime by creating a story using non-verbal communication and mime techniques.
64. Solo Pantomime Performance
— Present an original mime sketch using mime techniques and a clearly developed plot.
65. Preparing a Monologue
— Mark the script to indicate pauses, word emphasis, and emotional builds.
66. Duet Mime Final Practice
— Interact with the mime partner to create an original sketch with clear plot development, movements, and characterization.
67. Duet Pantomime Performance
— Pantomime with a classmate an original scenario which has a conflict, climax, and conclusion.
— Incorporate miming techniques using body movement and by manipulating objects to give the illusion of the tangible.
68. Monologue Practice
— Present for memory a portion of the monologue.
— Interpret the monologue by presenting a believable character in voice, movement, and facial expression.
— Look and respond to imaginary characters.
69. Monologue Introduction
— Compose a polished monologue introduction which whets the audience's appetite for the piece and informs the audience of the theme, title, and author.
70. Final Monologue Practice
— Present the monologue introduction and piece for memory.
— Use interpretative skills to portray a believable character in voice, action, and face.
— Pause, listen, and respond to imaginary characters.
71. Improvisation
— Define improvisation.
— Recall the steps to successful improvisation.
— Participate in class improvisation working together to create a story line.
72. Monologue Performance
— Present a monologue by interpreting the character and story using a different voice, stance, and body movement to portray a believable character.
73. Acting
— Define acting and the actor.
— Recall the history of acting.
— Differentiate between emotional and technical acting.
— Contrast and identify the protagonist and antagonist of the duet act.
— Analyze the character by answering analysis questions.
— Prepare the duet act script by labeling lines with emotional motives and pausing.
— Memorize the first two thirds of the duet act.
74. Stage Directions
— Define stage directions.
— Notate stage directions that have motivational backing.
75. Duet Act
— Memorize entire script.
— Stage move while reciting lines.
— Discuss with duet partner stage movements.
76. Improvisational Practice
— Improvize a given scenario with class mates.
77. Duet Act Practice
— Present a shared introduction for the duet act.
— Work together with partner and teacher to fine tune stage movements and interpretation of character.
— Practice with partner during the week.
78. Improvisational Exercises
— Create on the spot a character and situation while playing off other classmates.
79. Open House Selection
— Revisit a past speech and fine tune it for the Open House.
— Review evaluation notes from teacher for past speech to improved and practice for Open House.
80. Dress Rehearsal Acting Sketch
— Present acting sketch with costume, props, good characterization, climactic build, vocal, facial, and stage movements appropriate to the piece.
— Introduce the acting sketch with a shared introduction.
— Review parent and teacher critiques and make necessary improvements.
— Video record and acting sketch making necessary adjustments.
81. Dress Rehearsal Open House Selection
— Present the Open House selection performance ready.
— Respond to critique comment of parent and teacher.
82. Performance Day: Duet Act
— Present a acting scene with believable characterization and stage movement.
— Build the duet act to a climax.
— Present a shared introduction with partner for duet act.
83. Final Practice: Open House Selection
— Practice performance ready the Open House Selection.
84. Speech Class Parent and Student Evaluation
— Access the class, assignments, and teaching methods by answering a series of speech class questions.
85. Performance Day: Open House Selection
— Perform selection of choice for parents.
— Adjust and adapt to the size of the audience in volume and rapport.
86. Final Duet Pantomime Practice
— Pantomime with a classmate an original scenario which has a conflict, climax, and conclusion.
— Incorporate miming techniques using bodily movement and by manipulating objects and giving the illusion of the tangible.
— Respond to teacher's critique and incorporate these suggestions.