Climate Activism: Public Speaking Lesson
Created by Teacher(s): Christina Cawdery|Published on: September 6, 2023
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Social Studies, English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Hawai'i
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students analyze a speech by a youth climate activist before researching, writing, and presenting their own speech.
Step 1 - Inquire: Students reflect on the impact of climate change on communities, explore the importance of public speaking and discuss the qualities of a compelling public speaker.
Step 2 - Investigate: Students watch and annotate a speech by a youth climate activist, and collaborate on a list of best practices for writing and performing speeches.
Step 3 - Inspire: Students research, write, and present a speech about a climate change topic.
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Christina Cawdery
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