Climate Activism: Public Speaking Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Christina Cawdery|Published on: September 6, 2023

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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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Subjects: Social Studies, English Language Arts

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Hawai'i

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Posted on Sep 06, 2023

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Christina Cawdery

Middle School Teacher

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