Stage 1 English - Semester 1 - Task C - Text Production
Persuasive Presentation
Key Stats:
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PURPOSE:
To persuade fellow South Australians to change an aspect of public policy CONTEXT: Did you know that by the next South Australian election in March 2018, you will be eligible to vote? What are the issues that matter to you personally and people your age? You are to imagine that you have been invited to speak at a public forum for first-time voters to present your case for changing an aspect of public policy in South Australia. |
A NOTE REGARDING AUDIENCE:
It is preferred that students present their oral presentations in front of the class, as usually a live audience would be present at a public forum. It provides more opportunities to meet the higher performance standards for assessment criteria KU3, Ap1 and C2 (especially through attempting audience interaction). However, you may opt to record your oral presentation without an audience. If so, you must record it using Ms Grant's camera and frame the shot to include your whole body (so your body language can be assessed) and any visual aids (e.g. projected displays). You should use an appropriate style and structure the video to be broadcast at a public forum. Ms Grant must be able to provide the SACE Board with a recording of your presentation for moderation. |
WHAT ISSUE SHOULD I SPEAK ABOUT?
RESOURCES TO GET YOU STARTED:
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Our lessons are organised around the 4 P model on this classroom poster (fine print reproduced below):
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Exemplar
An A-grade presentation from the 2014 Stage 1 English class (Courtesy Emma K.) |
REMINDER:
Do you have the WARM UP notes from EVERY lesson in Weeks 7-9? They cover critical language techniques and conventions you should know about and apply. |
Critique time! In particular, consider:
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1. PurposeWEEK 7
Ask yourself - who will be my audience?
Some examples to discuss: Modbury High student Tajwar Tahabub's valedictorian speech Scott Ludlam, Australian Senate 2014 - why did his speech go viral? http://www.smh.com.au/comment/scott-ludlams-speech--worth-paying-attention-to-20140312-34ml1.html |
2. PlanWEEK 8
Draft Scripts due Friday Plan your speech by selecting your topic and arranging your material.
The content should be in 3 clear parts. Beginning: Catch your audience's attention. Start by telling them a story or a quotation, perhaps tell a joke or ask them a question. Body: The main part of your talk. As a general rule, make no more than 5 main points and ensure that your listeners recognise each one by making plain your move from one point to the next. Conclusion: Give a strong ending to your speech with a positive statement, e.g. "So you can see that..." or "I'm sure you'll agree that..." Notes are essential Do
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3. PractiseWEEK 9
FInal Scripts due Friday Practise as much as you can: on your own, in front of family and friends, to the cat, before the mirror. This will help you get your timing right, become familiar with your notes and feel comfortable, relaxed and confident.
An example to discuss: Consummate performer Tim Minchin's 2013 UWA address If you have time, you might also like to browse through these 8 TED talks:
https://www.ted.com/playlists/226/before_public_speaking Australian singer Megan Washington's story is particularly interesting, even if it doesn't directly apply to you. |
4. PresentWEEKS 10-11
Present your talk!
Two important tools will help you do the job - they are your voice (verbal) and your body (non-verbal). Verbal tools:
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