Course overview
Our Public Speaking Course will improve your ability to speak in all kinds of contexts, from formal speeches in front of an audience to informal presentations in class. You’ll learn how to overcome nerves, engage your audience and deal with difficult questions. Along the way you will be supported by videos from Eton College teachers, experts in the field and fellow students.
Syllabus
1
A Good Speech
- Different forms of public speaking
- Establishing your own voice
2
Voice Quality and Nerves
- Best use of your voice
- Body language, overcoming nervousness and projecting confidence
3
Pacing and Signposting
- Pacing
- Pauses
4
Engaging Your Audience
- Engaging your audience
- Dealing with questions and interruptions
5
Structuring Your Speech
- Structuring for clarity
- Techniques for memorising a speech
6
Giving a Speech
- Practising
- Reflecting
Public Speaking – learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- overcome your nerves and anxiety
- deal with difficult questions and interruptions
- engage your audience
- moderate your volume, pitch and tone for maximum impact
- highlight key points with pausing, pacing and signposting
- deliver your talks without a script.
Important information
Safeguarding
As part of our rigorous safeguarding procedures, all EtonX tutors and staff have passed an enhanced DBS check and child safeguarding course.
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Entry requirements
The minimum level of English required to participate in our courses is Upper Intermediate or B2 on the CEFR.