Advanced Speech: Grades 7-8

Harker Middle School Campus 3800 Blackford Ave, San Jose, California, 95117

Opening | Public Speaking

Description

Now, more than ever, it's crucial that students master how to think critically, consume media thoughtfully, and advocate for themselves and others. This course is designed for highly motivated students who want to amplify their persuasive skills in preparation for or continued improvement in interscholastic public speaking competitions in middle school and high school. Advanced Speech will challenge students to apply their skills to the most common real-world scenario: the persuasive pitch. At the end of the course, students will have written and memorized one original persuasive speech, pitching an original idea or invention. The final class will feature a simulated formal showcase where students get the chance to pitch their ideas to a panel of "billionaire investors," with audience participation encouraged.