Public Speaking and Debate Classes in Milpitas Library for 1-8 graders

Public Speaking – Building Confidence

1 - 3 graders

Saturdays 3:00 – 4:00pm

02/11/2017– 04/01/2017 (No skip date)

Number of classes: 8

Tuition: $160

Program Description: This program teaches young students the essentials of building confidence in public speaking. The participants learn how to stand tall and speak confidently in front of a large group. They begin to understand the concepts and importance of body language, bringing variation in speed and tone. The students learn the concept of public speaking using fun concepts like show and tell, storytelling, and poem recitals among others.

Public Speaking & Debate Combo Level 1

4 - 8 graders

Saturdays 3:00 – 4:00pm

02/11/2017– 04/01/2017 (No skip date)

Number of classes: 8

Tuition: $160

Program Description: This is an excellent course where students manage public speaking anxiety, present themselves with confidence, and make strong arguments. It not only focuses on teaching delivery and presentation skills, but also builds the foundation for strong critical thinking and essentials of debating. Students engage in age appropriate and relevant topics, where they must provide logical reasoning and credible evidence. With lots of thought-provoking and stimulating topics, and exciting activities to write and speak, students will build their confidence, and improve critical thinking and communication.