EPS 3O- English- Speech and Presentation

Course Description

This course emphasizes the knowledge and skills required to plan and make effective presentations and to speak effectively in both formal and informal contexts using such forms as speeches, reports, debates, panel discussions, storytelling, interviews and multimedia presentations.

Students will research and analyze the content and character of convincing speeches and the techniques effective speakers use. Students explore and develop rhetorical devices, design and rehearse presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences, select and use visual and technological aids to enhance their message and asses the effectiveness of their own and others’ presentations.

Pre-requisite:  ENG 2D OR ENG 2P

Support of Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

The Grade 11 English Speaking and Presentation Skills curriculum provides the student with a foundation upon which to develop and deliver effective verbal communication method honestly and with sensitivity towards others in keeping with the Catholic Graduate Expectations. This course enables you to use speech and presentation skills as a vehicle in the process of self-actualization with a view of life that is God-centered, a view of person that is Christ-centered, and a view of community that is Church-centered Participation in the course helps to develop a positive and confident sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others as they apply effective decision-making, communication and problem-solving skills.

How is EPS different from other English classes?

• EPS puts theory into action. What you learn about theoretically, you apply in the presentations and activities you complete in class. This is a performance course. You learn by doing and getting involved. We have our class in the drama studio. We engage in fun and exciting speech and voice development games and exercise.
• DO NOT WORRY ABOUT MEMORIZING.  There is a maximum of two short memorized oral presentations. In all other cases you are required to memorize the INTRODUCTION   and the CONCLUSION. You are allowed point form note cards. Remember that the focus is NOT ONLY on WHAT YOU SAY BUT HOW YOU SAY IT BOTH VERBALLY AND NON-VERBALLY.
• Note every presentation you perform will be evaluated for written format. You will require to compose a written format and transfer it to cue cards or a point form outline.
• EPS focuses primarily on COMMUNICATION and APPLICATION.  Thinking and Knowledge are inherent in these two areas but the focus is on the verbal, non-verbal and at times, written dimensions of the presentation
• EPS requires active, involved participation. We are a team. Each individual is required to present   BOTH individual and small group presentations. WE LOOK AFTER EACH OTHER.  WE   SUPPORT EACH OTHER WITH OBJECTIVE, THOUGHTFUL, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK. 

EPS COURSE EXPECTATIONS are organized into the following strands:

A . Understanding Presentations    B. Making Presentations

Understanding Presentations

 In this strand, students focus on identifying and analyzing:

• the variety of  presentation forms: informative speeches,  persuasive speeches, speeches for special occasions,  recitations,  group & panel discussions, debates,seminars, multi-media presentations, oral reports and interviews.
• elements of style, stylistic devices and rhetorical devices and organizations  is selected effective speeches.
• identifying performance techniques that effective speakers use: body language, eye contact, gesturing, vocal rate and variety, pacing, costumes, posture, facial expressions, transition words, movement and humor to sustain or engage the audience.
• identifying how audio-visual aids are used to support the oral components of a presentation- use of audio, video clips, flip charts, overheads, handouts, etc.,
• conventions of oral and non-verbal communication in  various cultures and how these conventions affect the delivery of oral presentations.

In this strand, students will:

• identify, analyze and use techniques of effective listening and note-taking to understand the ideas and information given  in presentations.
• assess the appropriateness of the chosen form and the effectiveness of the speaker’s ideas in view of the topic, audience and purpose of the presentation.
• assess the style and organization of a presentation- use of supporting materials, organization  of ideas , use of rhetorical and literary/poetic devices.      
• assess the effectiveness of the presentation techniques and audio-visual aids used in an oral presentation.
• provide objective and constructive feedback on presentation rehearsals and presentations by peers.

Making Presentations

In this strand, students :

• select appropriate oral presentation forms for various purposes and audience.
• identify and use the attributes required to successfully plan a presentation as a group and participate in a group to plan a presentation.
• identify the considerations that are important with respect to audience and venue when planning an oral presentation.
• select relevant and significant information form research to suit purpose, topic and audience.
• apply the knowledge of the characteristics of effective presentations to plan content and structure for presentations to several different audiences.
• select and use effective rehearsal techniques to practice and polis a presentation. 
• use appropriate strategies to increase confidence.
• make presentations in a variety of forms for various purposes and audiences.
• use effective and appropriate language in oral presentations. 
• use appropriate techniques in both individual and group presentations.
• select, create and use appropriate audio-visual aids using available technology.
• monitor and adapt delivery during a presentation based on audience reactions.
• identify skills they have acquired in making and assessing presentations. 

Evaluation:

Term: 70 %        Culminating: 30%

Culminating Activities

Written Persuasive Speech  + Oral Presentation ( 10-15 minutes in length)  with Vissuals = 15 %

Speech Practicum:

This aspect of the course may be slightly modified this year.  In the event that it is not used, the culminating presentation will be weighted at 20%

1- 2 presentations via Broadcast club: Proclaiming the Word – Working in conjunction with Chaplain Devine re a morning reflection  and  One Morning Announcement

Both presentations should not exceed 5 minutes in length. Each is worth 2.5% of final culminating = 5% Note that these reflections/ announcement may also be done in class instead of over the p.a. system using a mic and amplifier.

Final Written Exam in June with SAD (Student Assisted Device- a.k.a. Memory Aid)) 10%.

Course Materials

• One 1.5 binder exclusively for EPS with total number of unit dividers that you use EXCLUSIVELY FOR EPS. While  many  hand outs are given  out, the majority of them are re-collect and re-used for subsequent students in the name of  being green and recycling.
• Yellow high-lighter 
• Sufficient paper and writing instruments.
• Speak for Yourself Text. The text will be used in class or on occasion on an overnight basis. Replacement cost $30.00
• One package of index cards (minimum)

Unit  Tests
As a rule there are four to five unit tests. In the case of all unit tests and  the final examination  students are all permitted to bring in a  SAD (  student assisted device- Memory Aid) . In the case of unit tests the SAD  is  one page- front and back- 8X11, while in the case of the exam it is a  SAD that is two pages long- back and front on both pages.

Course Units
Unit One
Introductory Activities- syllabus, course and classroom expectations, role-playing   charade and improve games and activities- Handout – The Importance of Speaking Well (reading)  Effective Communication (reading/ worksheet)

• The Communication Process :  Defining Public Speaking; The Communication Process defined,  The Communication Model: The process of Public Speaking The Value of Public Speaking, Characteristics of  Public Speaking,
• Overcoming  speech anxiety
• Building a Speech- Topic, Audience, Purpose
• Building a Speech-  Capturing and Holding Attention- Introductions and conclusions
• Understanding and Mastering Rhetorical devices : Part One
• Introductory Speeches: Perfect Partner/ What’s My Style Speech

Unit Two

• Voice and Listening: Using you voice to communicate; Public Speaking and Critical Listening,  Listening and Speech-An Important Connection
• Supporting Materials  and Exploring Debate ( Speak for Yourself)
• Speaking for Entertainment: Manuscript speech- vocal clarity- short story or novel excerpt
• Speaking for Entertainment: The Movie Monolog/ Play Monolog speech or The Famous Speech
• Understanding and Mastering Rhetorical devices : Part Two
• Special Occasion Speech:  Tribute/ Thank-You

Unit Three

• Non-Verbal Communication: Assorted Readings: “In a world of words, the eyes have it.”, “Understanding  Non-Verbal Communication- Japan”. “Using your body to communicate”, “  Five ways to make your body speak”. Plus additional readings exploring other aspects of cultural differences with respect to the use of non-verbal communication.
• Speaking for Entertainment: The Movie Monolog/ Play Monolog speech or The Famous Speech
• Informative Speaking- Using Visual Aids- The Computer Assisted Presentation- Demonstration Speech-How-to-Speech
• Special Occasion Speech: The eulogy, wedding/anniversary speech, milestone speech-birthdays and retirements; the acceptance speech, the graduation or valedictorian speech. ( One of the following)
• Short Persuasive Speech

Unit Four

• Audience Analysis
• The Persuasive Speech
• Understanding , using and mastering rhetorical devices –Part Two
• Preparing  the Culminating Project
• Preparing for the Exam