Lesson Plan 1 – Public Speaking Basics
This National FFA lesson plan introduces students to the basics of public speaking, including what it is, why it is an important skill, and the six different types of speeches (informative, persuasive, entertaining, demonstration, impromptu, and motivational). Through a video, slides, worksheets, and matching activities, students learn to identify and explain examples of each speech type. The resource includes student activity sheets and answer keys.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- List four reasons public speaking is important.
- Name the six types of public speaking.
- Identify and explain examples of each of the six types of speeches.
- Time required
- 60 minutes (*Time requirements may vary based upon student understanding and class schedule.)
- Grade level
- Grades 9 and 10
- Materials
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- A copy of the "Public Speaking Basics" and "What Is Public Speaking?" worksheets for each student
- Laptop and projector to use the slides to guide the lesson
- Internet access to play videos in real time
- Vocabulary
- Public speaking; Informative; Persuasive; Entertaining; Demonstration; Impromptu; Motivational
- Resources/References
- Website: Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/; Website: Indeed, https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/types-of-speeches
- Cross-Curricular Connections
- English/Language Arts – Recognize the different types of public speaking.
- Virtual Instruction Ideas
- This lesson can be taught virtually. All student handouts can be sent or posted electronically. The slides can be shared electronically. The videos can be accessed on YouTube by students. All links can be posted onto the preferred learning management system.
- Partnership for 21st Century Skills
- Collaboration; Communication; Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; Initiative and Self-Direction; Leadership and Responsibility; Productivity and Accountability; Work Creatively with Others
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Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
- CRP.04Communicate clearly, effectively, and with reason. Career-ready individuals communicate thoughts, ideas and action plans with clarity, whether using written, verbal and/or visual methods.
- CRP.06Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
- CRP.08Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Career-ready individuals readily recognize problems in the workplace, understand the nature of the problem, and devise effective plans to solve the problem.
- CRP.12Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence.
Common Core – Language
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Common Core – Speaking and Listening
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9-10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
FFA Precept
- FFA.CS-NDecision Making: Analyze a situation and execute an appropriate course of action.
- FFA.PG-IProfessional Growth: Assume responsibility for attaining and improving upon the skills needed for career success.
- FFA.PL-BRelationship: Build relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-EAwareness: Understand personal vision, mission and goals.
- FFA.PL-FContinuous Improvement: Accept responsibility for learning and personal growth.