Impromptu Presentation Exercises
Learning Target Goal
Students will understand how to present informative speeches. Students will also understand how to incorporate facial expressions, eye contact, gestures, tone, and body language when presenting. Common Core Standard for Impromptu Presentations Speaking & Listening SL.9-10.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. What is an impromptu speech? An impromptu speech is defined as talking with little or no preparation. Techniques Point, Reason, Example, Point Point: Make a clear point about a subject. Reason: Explain why you are speaking on the topic. Example: Give a few examples to bring life to your story. Point: End with a concluding point that wraps up your speech. Storytelling: The 5 W's Who, What, When, Where, Why Who are you speaking to? What is the point that you would like to make? What do you already know? When did it happen? When will it change? Where will things change? Why do you care? Why should your audience care? Bonus: How can the audience take action? Introduction, Body, and Conclusion Past, Present, and Future Problem, Cause, Effect, Solution, and Implications Options 1. Story 2. Quote 3. Topic 4. Vocabulary Term 5. News Story 6. Book Selection 7. Pros vs Cons Present for 1 - 2 minutes. The presentation must flow well. Long pauses are not permitted. Create an outline to assist you in organizing your speech. Each presentation is worth 100 points. *Notes are not permitted during the impromptu speech presentation. |
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