Acalanes Union High School District Adopted: 6/25/07 SUBJECT AREA ENGLISH

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1 Adopted: 6/25/07 SUBJECT AREA ENGLISH COURSE TITLE: Public Speaking 1 & 2 CBEDS ASSIGNMENT CODE: 2112 COURSE CODE: E0085p (Public Sp 1) E0086p (Public Sp 2) GRADE LEVEL: 9-12 COURSE LENGTH: One Year PREREQUISITE: None CREDIT: 10 units UC/CSU CREDIT: Meets UC/CSU requirements for g, elective credit GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: Fulfills one year of English elective credit STANDARDS AND BENCHMARKS: English Language Arts: 2.0, 2.6; 4.0, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.12; 5.0, 5.3, 5.4; 7.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3; 8.0, 8.1 Page 1 of 7

2 Adopted: 6/25/07 SUBJECT AREA ENGLISH COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course provides students an introduction to public speaking, terminology, basic skills and techniques for making oral presentations and speeches. Students will develop the skills of articulation, relevant argument, poise and presence through repeated experience in practice, performance, and measured selfconfidence. Public Speaking is an activity-based course, focusing on the development of speech skills through frequent opportunities to speak in a public forum, on a wide variety of personal and public issues. COURSE GOALS: Upon completion of the course, students will: 1. Develop proper techniques for presenting speeches. 2. Use speech training to facilitate communication. 3. Use active listening to improve understanding and communication between the speaker and the audience. 4. Use critical listening to enhance the listener s ability to evaluate messages. 5. Use preparation of speeches to research, analyze, organize, and utilize effective language. 6. Provide an audience with beneficial knowledge, clear understanding of ideas, and interest in the subject matter. TEXTBOOK MATERIALS: None TEACHER RESOURCES: Online resources: americanrhetoric.com Texts: The Basics of Speech, Kathleen M. Galvin and Pamela J. Cooper, Building a Speech, Sheldon Metcalfe, Speech Recordings: audio and video cassettes. Workbook: Speaking and Listening Book, McDougall Littell. Page 2 of 7

3 The student listens, responds, and delivers spoken messages and presentations in formal and informal situations. 1.0 THE STUDENT DEVELOPS UNDERSTANDING FOR PRESENTING SPEECHES. 1.1 Recognizes how speech communication differs from other forms of communication. 1.2 Understands the nature and importance of speech training. 1.3 Develops careful, thoughtful, and discriminating listening skills. 2.0 THE STUDENT DEVELOPS SKILLS FOR PRESENTING SPEECHES. 2.1 Acquires self-confidence through speaking formally and informally before the class. 2.2 Establishes habits of good posture while walking, sitting and standing. N/A 7.0 N/A 7.3 Written critiques Class discussions Performance Critiques 2.3 Establishes habits of good eye contact with an audience. Page 3 of 7

4 3.0 THE STUDENT DEVELOPS APPROPRIATE ATTITUDES FOR PRESENTING SPEECHES. Peer critiques Selfevaluation 3.1 Develops an appreciation of good speeches and good speakers Develops an awareness of the preparation necessary to become a good speaker. 4.0 THE STUDENT DEVELOPS ACTIVE LISTENING SKILLS TO IMPROVE UNDERSTANDING AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN SPEAKER AND AUDIENCE AND ENHANCES LISTENER S ABILITY TO EVALUATE MESSAGES. 4.1 Identifies active (effective) listening behavior. 4.2 Identifies passive (ineffective) listening behavior. 5.4 Tests Listening log Critiques Understands barriers to effective listening of a speaker. 4.4 Evaluates oral presentations critically. 7.2 Page 4 of 7

5 4.5 Practices effective listening habits. 5.0 THE STUDENT DEVELOPS AND PRESENTS SPEECHES TO INFORM, THROUGH RESEARCH, ANALYSIS, ORGANIZATION, UNDERSTANDING OF IDEAS, AND AROUSAL OF INTEREST IN SUBJECT MATTER Tests Written outlines Speeches 5.1 Uses the library and other sources to gather materials to be utilized in developing speeches Understands successful speeches have a clear purpose, thesis, and organization structure Prepares written outlines for all informative speeches Practices speeches for critical evaluation by audiences. 5.5 Demonstrates the skills required for effective extemporaneous oral presentation of a speech. 2.6 Teacher and Peer Critiques 5.3 Page 5 of 7

6 5.6 Creates and delivers effective introductions Creates and delivers effective conclusions Demonstrates the use of adequate support materials Uses audiovisual aids effectively. Page 6 of 7

7 TEACHING STRATEGIES AND PROCEDURES Lecture Class discussion Project-based instruction Opportunities to speak in public forums Student presentations GRADING GUIDELINES See AUHSD Grade Guidelines: Final Mark Rubric and Final Course Mark Determination Components. Page 7 of 7