Debate Club of GYP-Boston will offer new “Public Speaking Skills training” starting on (EST)November 19, 2022.
This introductory course aims to help novice students gain confidence in speech writing and public speaking. Throughout the course, students will learn about crucial techniques used in a successful speech and how to apply them in their speeches. Each class will include a slideshow-based lecture and activities to help students understand the material. Students will write their short speeches at the end of this course and deliver them in front of the class.
Prerequisites: none
Week 1: types of speeches, tips to overcome fear when presenting
Week 2: crucial public speaking techniques
Week 3: answering questions after delivering a speech
Week 4: how to structure your speech
Week 5: student’s speech, public speaking practice activities
Teacher Introduction: Lucy Yuxuan Zhang
Yuxuan Zhang is a ninth grader at Boston Latin School, experienced in public speaking and debate. She is the secretary and an active participant in the school’s Model United Nations club and is the Middle School Division officer for BLS Science Team. In her free time, she enjoys trying new things, drawing and painting, singing in the school’s acapella group, playing the violin, and fencing. Described by her teachers and classmates as an initiative student, she takes on every opportunity to help others and contribute to the community.
To register for this course or apply for membership in GYP students Clubs, please scan QR Code at the low part of the following poster, and fill in the information on your mobile or PC. Currently, GYP-Boston has Debate-Public Speaking Club, History Club, and Writing Club.
For any questions, please contact GYP-Boston at <info@globalyouthphilanthropy.org>