Start Here: Teaching Public Speaking

This collection contains grab-and-go lesson plans and materials needed for a semester-long Speech 1 course. This course is designed for students new to public speaking and oral communication.

The first half of the course is a scaffolded approach, giving students a foundation in oral communication principles and successful experiences with quick speeches in front of the class or in small groups. Speech 1 is designed for a single semester – 85 days of lessons.