to be genuine, real, or true to yourself, without pretending to be someone or something else

one of a kind, unlike anything or anyone else

consistently provides accurate and valid information; can be depended upon

having a good reputation or being considered trustworthy and reliable

Finding your voice: choosing and researching a topic

English

Strengthening ideas through discussion and debate

Building confidence in public speaking

Mastering vocal techniques in public speaking

Delivering a presentation confidently

 In ‘The language of Change’ pupils develop an understanding of how to generate interesting content, including the use of rhetorical devices and structure to organise and present their ideas. In ‘Spoken Language Masters’, pupils learn the value of public speaking and focus on developing their verbal skills to become confident and articulate speakers. 

In this unit, pupils develop their confldence in delivering speeches. They first focus on finding a topic for a presentation, before building confidence and stronger vocal techniques. They finally deliver their presentations.

Spoken language masters: refining public speaking skills

to express thoughts or ideas clearly and effectively

words or phrases that help organise and connect ideas in speech or writing

to improve something by making small changes

a response that argues against or contradicts a statement or claim

a statement or personal account where someone shares their experience or opinion

the way you hold your body when standing, sitting, or moving

being positioned or directed toward a particular point or goal

to completely eliminate or remove something

the emotional quality of a speaker's voice that conveys feelings and sets the mood of the presentation

suitable or fitting for a particular situation or purpose

to have a strong emotional effect or connection with someone or something

being honest and truthful in what you say and feel

fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully to what someone is saying

helping to improve or develop something in a positive way

being able to see and understand things clearly and in a way that provides further ideas or solutions

expressing ideas in a clear way which is brief and to the point

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