PDF Speech Communication Made Simple 1 Teacher's Manual by Paulette Dale

Speech Communication Made Simple 1 Teacher's Manual by Paulette Dale
This teacher's manual, "Speech Communication Made Simple 1," by Paulette Dale, Ph.D., provides suggestions for teaching public speaking to ESL/EFL students. The core philosophy emphasizes learning by doing, offering a variety of classroom activities, discussions, and presentation assignments rather than theoretical discussions.

Key aspects of the manual include:

• Flexibility in Chapter Sequence: While a recommended order exists, teachers can adjust the chapter sequence based on their teaching philosophy and student needs.
• Making Students Comfortable: Suggestions are provided to reduce student apprehension about public speaking, such as small group discussions and helping students choose topics they are prepared for.
• Pair and Group Work: Many activities are designed for small groups, with recommendations for varying group members to encourage diverse perspectives.
• Varying Assignments: The manual suggests incorporating outside sources, presentation aids, and question-and-answer sessions to add variety to student presentations.
• Playing with Sayings and Pronunciation Practice: Dedicated sections help students understand and use popular English sayings and practice American English pronunciation patterns.
• Presentation and Evaluation: Guidance is given for assigning, grading, and evaluating presentations, including the use of specific evaluation rubrics for each project. It also suggests delaying formal vocal critiques for initial speeches to build student confidence.
• Post-Presentation Activities: A range of activities is proposed to engage students after speeches, such as follow-up questions, audience comprehension checks, and peer evaluations.

The manual also offers chapter-by-chapter teaching suggestions, covering topics like getting started, effective speech delivery, using presentation aids, conducting interviews, explaining problems and solutions, demonstrating skills, communicating across cultures, persuasive speaking, group discussions, and storytelling. Each chapter includes specific ideas for activities and post-presentation discussions. End-of-chapter quizzes and an answer key are provided.