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Which subject	English
What topic	Writing a speech about protest
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Writing a Speech About Protest

Topic

Writing a Speech About Protest

Objectives

• Understand the elements of an effective speech.
• Develop skills in persuasive writing and oral presentation.
• Explain the importance of protesting and how to articulate a stance through speech.
• Create an original speech on a selected protest topic.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and laptop
• Printed examples of famous protest speeches
• Speech outline template
• Notebooks and pens/pencils
• Access to research materials (books/internet)

Grade/Age Group

Year 11 (Age 16-17)

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for English, focusing on developing students' skills in creating persuasive texts and engaging critically with speech content.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Protests	5	Discuss the concept of protest and its significance in society. Introduce various forms of protest.
2	Elements of a Speech	5	Present the key components of a persuasive speech: introduction, body, conclusion, and techniques.
3	Analyzing Examples	10	Review examples of famous protest speeches. Discuss what makes these speeches effective and memorable.
4	Topic Selection	5	Guide students to select a protest topic that resonates with them. Encourage personal connections.
5	Speech Outline Creation	5	Distribute speech outline templates. Students will outline their speeches, detailing key points they wish to make.
6	Writing Time	5	Allow students time to draft their speeches using their outlines. Circulate to provide assistance.
7	Wrap Up and Homework Assignment	5	Summarize key lesson points and explain the homework: refine and finalize their speeches for submission.

Homework

• Refine and finalize speech based on feedback provided in class.
• Submit both the written speech and the outline by the next lesson.
• No speeches will be presented in front of the class; instead, students will submit their work for assessment.

Assessment Criteria

• Clarity of argument and persuasive techniques.
• Structure and coherence of the speech.
• Engagement with the chosen topic and depth of research.
• Creativity and originality in expression.

Lesson script