Presentation · B3 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B3.1.10.1.2

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least five different non-verbal cues (such as smiling, nodding, eye contact, gestures, and posture) and state what each one communicates.
Demonstrate appropriate posture, facial expression, and gestures while speaking to the class.
Use verbal cues such as tone and volume appropriately to match the message they are conveying.
Explain the meaning of the non-verbal cues they used in their own presentation.
Evaluate a classmate’s presentation by naming at least two non-verbal cues used and discussing whether they were appropriate.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Presentation (1.10)
Content standard: B3.1.10.1 - Plan and present information and ideas for a variety of purposes
Indicator: B3.1.10.1.2 - Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues to convey meaning while speaking, e.g. smiling, using gestures, etc
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 11 (Week 11 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 1-3), 2019, p. 80
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Demonstrate use of appropriate posture, verbal and non-verbal cues to communicate meaning, e.g. nodding, smiling, etc. to show approval.
- Discuss the various non-verbal cues (e.g. facial expression, eye contact, crossed arms, etc.) you used and their meanings with learners.
- Let the groups plan their presentations on an appropriate topic.
- Give each group time to present and have the class talk about the appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues used.