B6 English Language · Term 1 Week 9: Presentation

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.1.10.2.1 - Speak at a good pace and with expression

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define pace and expression in the context of speaking.
Identify sentences spoken too quickly, too slowly, or with appropriate pace and expression.
Deliver a short speech on a familiar topic using appropriate pace and vocal expression.
Comment constructively on a classmate’s speech, focusing on pace and expressiveness.
Adjust their speaking pace and expression based on simple feedback from the teacher and peers.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Presentation (1.10)
Content standard: B6.1.10.2 - Demonstrate the ability to communicate with accurate pronunciation and appropriate intonation
Indicator: B6.1.10.2.1 - Speak at a good pace and with expression
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 9 (Week 9 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 165
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Demonstrate a model speech: Choose a familiar topic and make a short but moving speech on it.
- Have learners discuss the speech focusing on its pace and expressiveness.
- Let learners speak on very short and simple topics using appropriate voice quality.
- The class comment on the relevant features.