D.ELAR.9.E
Develop extemporaneous speaking skills.
Debate I, II, III (One to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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Skills
- develop (extemporaneous speaking skills) #dok2
- use (extemporaneous speaking skills in debate settings) #dok3
- adapt (speaking to varying debate topics and formats) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can explain what extemporaneous speaking is and why it is important in debate. #dok1
- I can practice speaking spontaneously about debate topics. #dok2
- I can develop strategies to organize my thoughts quickly for extemporaneous speeches. #dok2
- I can use extemporaneous speaking skills to respond effectively to new or unexpected points in a debate. #dok3
- I can adapt my extemporaneous speaking style to fit different debate settings and audiences. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Extemporaneous speaking enhances a debater's ability to respond thoughtfully and effectively in unpredictable situations.
- Developing extemporaneous speaking skills prepares students for real-world communication demands.
Essential Questions
- What is extemporaneous speaking, and how does it differ from prepared speech in debate?
- Why is it important to develop extemporaneous speaking skills for debate and real-life situations?
- What strategies can help you prepare for effective extemporaneous speaking during a debate?
- How do strong extemporaneous speaking skills contribute to success in a debate?
- In what situations might extemporaneous speaking be more effective than a prepared speech?