Week 6: Oral Communication

Week 6: Oral Communication-

Session 1: Recap of Week 5

• Brief review of key concepts and activities related to written communication
• Discussion on the revised written documents and draft emails from the previous week’s assignments

Session 2: The Significance of Oral Communication in Leadership

• Understanding the role of oral communication in leadership and management
• Exploring the impact of effective public speaking on leadership
• In-class discussion: Examples of powerful speeches by leaders

Session 3: Effective Public Speaking

• Key principles of effective public speaking (e.g., organization, delivery, audience engagement)
• Techniques for managing nervousness and stage fright
• In-class speech practice: Delivering short impromptu speeches on leadership topics

Session 4: Preparing and Delivering Persuasive Speeches

• The structure of persuasive speeches
• Strategies for persuading and inspiring an audience
• Student presentations: Delivering prepared persuasive speeches on leadership-related subjects

Session 5: Handling Q&A Sessions and Panel Discussions

• Techniques for effectively responding to questions and engaging in discussions
• Role-play exercises: Simulated Q&A sessions and panel discussions
• Group debrief: Feedback and reflection on Q&A performances