| 1 | The Icebreaker | 4-6 minutes |
| * To begin speaking before an audience | ||
| * To help you understand what areas require particular emphasis in your speaking development | ||
| * To introduce yourself to your fellow club members | ||
| 2 | Be in Ernest | 5-7 minutes |
| * To convince the audience of your earnestness, sincerity and conviction on a subject you thoroughly understand | ||
| * To confront and control any nervousness you may have. | ||
| 3 | Organise your Speech | 5-7 minutes |
| * To organise your thoughts into a logical sequence, that leads the audience to a clearly defined goal | ||
| * To build a speech outline that includes an opening, a body, and a conclusion | ||
| 4 | Show what you Mean | 5-7 minutes |
| * To learn the value of gestures and body movements as part of a speech | ||
| * To explore the different ways of using body language | ||
| * To develop a sense of timing and natural, smooth body movement | ||
| 5 | Vocal Variety | 5-7 minutes |
| * To explore the use of voice volume, pitch, rate, and quality as assets to your speaking | ||
| * To apply the principles of a well developed voice to a particular speech | ||
| 6 | Work with Words | 5-7 minutes |
| * To gain an understanding of the functions & uses of the spoken word. | ||
| * To select precisely the right words required to communicate your ideas clearly, vividly and appropriately. | ||
| * To avoid common mistakes in word usage | ||
| 7 | Apply your Skills | 5-7 minutes |
| * To bring together and apply the communication skills you have learned in the preceding projects | ||
| * To organise your speech in a logical manner, using one of the
suggested outlines (A.I.D.A, Borden, Past / Present / Future ) | ||
| * To research the facts needed to support your speech | ||
| * To make a personal evaluation of your progress | ||
| 8 | Persuade with Power | 5-7 minutes |
| * To present a talk that persuades the audience to accept your proposal or viewpoint | ||
| * To achieve this persuasive effect by appealing to the audience's self-interest,
building a logical foundation for agreement and arousing emotional commitment to your cause | ||
| 9 | Speak with Knowledge | 7 mins +/ - 30sec |
| * To gather accurate, up to date information on a subject, so you can expand your knowledge and that of your audience. | ||
| * To write a speech based on the insights gained from your research. | ||
| * To read the speech before the club in an interesting, lively and meaningful manner. | ||
| 10 | Inspire your audience | 5-7 minutes |
| * To understand the mood and feelings of your audience on a particular occasion | ||
| * To put those feelings into words and inspire the audience, using all the techniques
you have learned so far |