Presentation · B4 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B4.1.10.2.1 - Speak clearly and fluently, using the appropriate voice qualities (pace, tone etc.)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define pace and tone as voice qualities used when speaking.
Identify whether a speaker is speaking too fast, too slowly, or at a good pace.
Give a short speech of 4 to 6 sentences on a familiar topic, speaking clearly and at a steady pace.
Vary their tone to show feelings such as excitement, sadness, or politeness during their speech.
Self-assess and peer-assess short speeches using a simple checklist on pace and tone.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Presentation (1.10)
Content standard: B4.1.10.2 - Demonstrate the ability to communicate with accurate pronunciation and appropriate intonation
Indicator: B4.1.10.2.1 - Speak clearly and fluently, using the appropriate voice qualities (pace, tone etc.)
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 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. 15
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Model a speech: choose a familiar topic and make a short speech on it.
- Guide learners to discuss the speech.
- Have learners practise in groups to select topics and make short speeches on them. Encourage them to speak clearly and fluently using the appropriate voice qualities.