This syllabus outlines an intermediate English course focused on developing public speaking skills through creative oral presentations. Students will learn to speak confidently and adapt writing for oral delivery. The course emphasizes professionalism and participation. Assessment is based on preparation, feedback, in-class presentations, a midterm speech, and a final speech. Required materials include an Oxford University Press textbook on effective presentations.

1. Course Syllabus
English Presentations (1)
Friday period 5 6 OR 7 8
Professor: Amy Hayashi
010-6279-1872
professorhayashi@gmail.com
Course Description
This Intermediate course is focused upon self-discovery through performances that derive from
the creation and delivery of professional presentations. Special attention is given to becoming
a more effective communicator by transforming the written word into dynamic oral
presentations. Self-confidence will build as the student is given hands-on, practical experience
and exposure to output creative presentations and feel comfortable speaking in front of a
crowd.
Course Objectives
1. Speak with energy, conviction, confidence and enthusiasm.
2. Adapt writing for the ear.
3. Present information clearly and directly.
4. Demonstrate confidence and mastery of the materials covered in class.
Professionalism
A professional business-like attitude is a must if you are to succeed in the marketplace.
Professionalism means being fully prepared, having a positive attitude, being punctual,
participating fully and being courteous to others. This is an intensive, interactive course.
Students must be prepared to fully engage themselves with the material and participate in an
active manner. Final marks will reflect your level of professionalism.
Required Textbook
Effective Presentations – Oxford University Press - Jeremy Comfort
Assessment
Professionalism 20%
Prep Sheet 10%
Developmental Feedback 5%
In-Class Presentation 10%
Midterm Speech 25%
Final Speech 30%
Notes on Assessment:
Every week, the designated class captain or assistant captain will be responsible for taking
attendance and collecting prep sheets. Prep sheets will prove that you have previewed the
language focus that will be discussed in class.
Professionalism will be earned by making yourself available, unique and memorable. The more
a student engages with the material, the greater amount of participation marks will be
awarded.
Students will also be responsible for choosing two classmates to assist with developmental
feedback – once for the midterm speech and once for the final speech.
In addition, each student will be required to make one short in-class presentation on a given
topic.
Students must also demonstrate their absorption of the material by giving one midterm speech
and one final speech.
Class Day/Period: _____________________________________________________
Class Captain:__________________________________________________________

2. Assistant Class Captain:_______________________________________________

3. Tentative Outline
Week 1 – March 4
Introduction and Class Syllabus
Week 2 – March 11
Unit 1 – What is the Point?
In-Class
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Week 3 – March 18
Unit 2 – Making a Start
In-Class
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Week 4 – March 25
Unit 3 – Linking the parts
In-Class
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Week 5 – April 1
Unit 4 – The Right Kind of Language
In-Class
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Week 6 – April 8
Unit 5 – Visual Aids
In-Class Presenters:
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Week 7 – April 15
MIDTERM SPEECH
Presenters:
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Week 8 – April 22
MIDTERM SPEECH
Presenters:
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Week 9 – April 29
Unit 6 – Body Language
In-Class
Presenters:____________________________________________________________________
Week 10 – May 6
Unit 7 – Finishing Off
In-Class
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Week 11 – May 13
Unit 8 – Question Time
In-Class
Presenters:___________________________________________________________________
Week 12 – May 20
Unit 9 – Putting it all Together
In-Class
Presenters:___________________________________________________________________
Week 13 – May 27
Review & Final Speech Preparation
Week 14 – June 3
Speech examples
FINAL SPEECH
Presenters:
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Week 15 – June 10
FINAL SPEECH
Presenters:
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