Public Speaking
Public Speaking strives to identify and develop the maximum potential of the individual student to help her/him communicate more effectively by using techniques that are consistent with good current methodologies. The course intends to be student oriented - allowing the learner ample opportunity to learn speech theory and technique, construct good speech outlines and scripts from models, and rehearse and deliver effective rhetoric - utilizing the personality, character, knowledge, and speech training of the teacher. The students will be required to utilize audio/visual aids and technology as much and as often as possible, including but not limited to overhead projectors/cameras, audio, video, Powerpoint and other available resources. The sequential program will provide training for all students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 on an elective basis at all levels. Also it is an articulation of a wide variety of speech skills and performances, including but not limited to: demonstrative, informative, persuasive/argumentative, dramatic, debate, and extemporaneous modes of speech.