Year 5-6 Speech Competition 2013

19 August 2013

Dear Parents    

Students learn to write in a variety of ways in Room 5 and now have the chance of making a choice in the speech competition this term to inform, entertain or persuade. We have discussed how to write a speech as I mentioned to you at the interviews last week. The students have selected titles they want to write about and may need some help and guidance from you. Speeches must be in their own words.                    

Here is an outline of how the speeches will be judged. I am sure the following guidelines will help with your child’s speech preparation. Speeches will be heard at the end of next week .First place getters will speak at assembly in week 9.

PRESENTATION

·           Is there  a gripping introduction?

·           Is the content clearly ordered?

·           Does  the conclusion bring the speech together?

·           Is the  speaker enjoying  the delivery?

there effective eye contact?

SPEAKING VOICE

·           Is each word clear? (diction)

·           Can you hear the speaker well? (volume)

·           Does the expression vary?

·           Are the main ideas emphasised?

·           Is a rhythm and momentum maintained? (pace)

SUBJECT

·           Is the subject well known?

·           Does the speech have a logical tone?

·           Does the speech follow a logical order of events?

·           Does the speech stick to the topic?

·           Are quotes used?

POSTURE

·               Is  the speaker relaxed?

·               Is there good use of eye contact?

·               Is the face interesting and alive?

·               Is the body language used

APPEAL

·               Would the audience want to keep listening?

·               Is there something to learn something?

·               Is it motivating?

·               Is it appealing  or entertaining?

·               Is the speech interesting?

Thanks for the support and interest you have in your child’s learning at school. Best wishes.                                                                                                    Grace