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Teachers at all grade levels in all subjects have speaking assignments for students, but many teachers believe they don''t know how to teach speaking, and many even fear speaking to groups themselves.In Well Spoken veteran teacher and education consultant Erik Palmer shares the art of teaching speaking in any classroom. Teachers will find thoughtful and engaging strategies, lessons, and tips for integrating speaking skills throughout the curriculum. Palmer stresses the essential elements of all effective oral communication used in one-to-one, small group, large group, formal, informal, in-person, and digital situations including:? Building a Speech: Audience, Content, Organization, Visual Aids, and Appearance? Performing a Speech: Poise, Voice, Life, Eye Contact, Gestures, and Speed? Evaluating a Speech: Creating Effective Rubrics, Guiding Students to ExcellenceIn this updated second edition, Palmer

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In Own Any Occasion: Mastering the Art of Speaking and Presenting, renowned speaker and educator Erik Palmer taps into his vast experience to simplify the process of extraordinary speaking. Palmer offers a tried-and-true approach and shows how to craft the perfect message, then captivate audiences with exceptional delivery.Great speaking does not come easy. But even the wallflowers among us can’t avoid speaking forever. In Own Any Occasion, speaker and educator Erik Palmer taps into his vast experience to simplify the process of extraordinary speaking, whether you’re giving a wedding toast or preparing for a one-on-one sales call. His approach is equal parts preparation and delivery: Never speak unless you have something worth saying, and never let a poor performance diminish a good message. In 11 steps, Palmer shows readers how to craft the perfect message and captivate audiences with exceptional delivery, no matter the circumstance. He demonstrates that the steps to impress when you meet your in-laws for the first time are the same ones that will help you succeed in front of an auditorium full of executives. Whether your audience is large or small, your message personal or professional, Palmer’s easy system will help you become the best speaker you can be in any situation.Own Any Occasion is for anyone who wants to master the art of speaking well, from first-time presenters to seasoned pros looking for a new process. Give yourself the tools to impress every listener and develop a more confident you.

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