Persuasion and Opinion · Speaking and Listening

Public Speaking and Debate

Practicing the art of formal discussion and defending a point of view respectfully.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do we maintain eye contact and posture to show confidence while speaking?
  2. 2What does it mean to be an active listener during a debate?
  3. 3How can we disagree with someone's idea without being disrespectful?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Oral LanguageNCCA: Primary - Reading
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: The Power of Words: Exploring Narrative and Information
Unit: Persuasion and Opinion
Period: Speaking and Listening

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