Orange High School

Students will take notes throughout the semester on various aspects of the speechmaking process. Students will evaluate peer's speech and famous speeches based on Speak Rubric. A midterm self-assessment & goal sheet must be completed.  A final, comprehensive, self-evaluation completed by the student at the end of the semester.  The major units of study will be: 

Developing the Speech (topic selection, audience analysis, steps to preparing a speech) 

Supporting the Speech (research, source analysis, types of supporting material)

Building the Speech (introductions, conclusions, patterns of organization)

Writing the Speech (word and vocabulary choice, effective use of language) 

Delivering the Speech (verbal and nonverbal delivery, using visuals, PowerPoint, using the podium)

Critiquing the Speech (critiquing others, self evaluation, steps for improvement)

Required Speeches (Not necessarily in this order): Speech of Introduction, Persuasive Speech, Speech to Entertain, Informative Multimedia Speech, Biography Speech, Sales and proproganda Presentation, Impromtu Speeches (throughout the semester).

Students will Write a 3-4 paragraph critique and analysis of the speech. Guidelines of the evaluation are o One well-developed paragraph introducing the speech and providing background information about the speaker and setting or occasion. o One paragraph evaluating the content & writing style of the speech. o One paragraph evaluating the speaker’s delivery. o One paragraph providing your overall evaluation and assessment of the speech.  The critique must be typed (12 point font, double-spaced, MLA format).

Students may observe outside speeches to analyze and critique. The student will be required to deliver each speech, or he or she will receive an incomplete for the assignment grade. Students should include ethos, logos, pathos, vocabulary and state the source of information

Unit Objective:  I can criquete speeches effectively. I can delivery my speech to inform, convince and persuade the audience.

Public Speaking will benefit students in the following areas:

• Career advancement and Interviews.
• Boost confidence. 
• Critical thinking. 
• Personal development. ...
• Improve communication skills.
• Make new social connections. 
• Personal satisfaction.