Declamation speech resources
How to choose, understand & deliver a declamation speech well
Do you have your students work with extracts from well-known speeches?
Do they take part in declamation speech contests?
Yes? My page declamation speech resources covers the purpose behind learning and delivering a famous speech, the process of choosing one to suit, where to look for it and how to work with it.
No? Have a look. Setting a declamation speech task is a time-honored powerful learning tool for public speakers.
If you are a member of Toastmasters, the skills learned in giving a declamation speech are covered in the advanced Interpretive Reading manual: project 5 - The Oratorical Speech.
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Happy teaching, happy speaking,
Susan
PPS. For all you US teachers, have a fabulous summer break. Rest. Do nothing. Forget bells. Forget marking assignments. Forget lesson prep. Let it all go and relax. ☺