Using non-verbal features to present a speech effectively
I can understand how non-verbal features contribute to the effective presentation of a speech.
Using non-verbal features to present a speech effectively
I can understand how non-verbal features contribute to the effective presentation of a speech.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Paralanguage is important: the pitch, tempo, loudness or tone of voice that is used in speeches can enhance the content.
- Kinesics - gesture and posture - can be used to engage the audience and to add emphasis to important points.
- Spoken language often needs to be slower than feels natural.
- Pupils need to consider their spatial behaviour- too much movement can be distracting but too little can be wooden.
Keywords
Paralanguage - the features of verbal communication other than words e.g tone, volume and pitch.
Kinesics - the way body language, facial expressions and gestures can communicate meaning.
Pitch - this refers to the highness and lowness of your voice.
Tone - this refers to the attitude and emotion of your voice.
Posture - refers to the way someone holds themselves when they’re seated or standing.
Common misconception
Content alone is enough for an effective speech.
Consider the most engaging speakers and how they use tone, gestures and eye contact. Giving a speech is so much more than just the words on a page.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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