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Which subject	English
What topic	Speeches
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 10
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Speeches

Subject

English

Topic

Speeches

Grade/Age Group

Year 10 (ages 14-15)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Understand the key components of a speech.
• Analyze different types of speeches.
• Develop skills to plan and structure a speech.
• Practise delivering a speech effectively in a supportive environment.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (if needed for examples)
• Printed examples of famous speeches
• Speech planning template
• Evaluation checklist for peer feedback

National Curriculum Links

• Develop confidence in spoken language.
• Understand the purpose and impact of different types of presentations.
• Study spoken English in context.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of speeches. Discuss the importance of public speaking. Explain the lesson objectives.
2	Components of a Speech	10 minutes	Outline the key components of a speech (introduction, body, conclusion). Use examples from well-known speeches.
3	Types of Speeches	5 minutes	Discuss various types of speeches (e.g., persuasive, informative, ceremonial). Provide examples for each type.
4	Planning a Speech	5 minutes	Introduce the speech planning template. Allow students to brainstorm ideas for their speeches.
5	Conclusion and Homework	5 minutes	Summarise the lesson. Assign homework: write a short speech using the template. Remind students to check their work against the evaluation checklist.

Homework

• Write a short speech (around 2-3 minutes) using the speech planning template provided.
• Complete the speech evaluation checklist to ensure all components are covered.
• Submit the speech by the next lesson for assessment.

Assessment

• Students' speeches will be assessed based on clarity, structure, and adherence to the type of speech they selected, without the need for presentation in class.

Additional Notes

• Encourage a supportive atmosphere where students can share ideas and give constructive feedback during the planning phase.
• Consider diverse needs within the classroom and differentiate tasks as necessary to support all learners.

Lesson script