Public Speaking
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How old must my children be to sign up for the course?
Our classes are suited for children as young as 3 years old, to 16 years old. For participants 17 years old and above, you may refer to our Adult Training Programme
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What is the duration of the class?
Each lesson is 1.5 hours, once a week.
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Where are your Trainers from? Are they qualified?
We have Trainers who are MOE trained and certified. Furthermore, all our Trainers will go through our internal training, and will be well-equipped and prepared to provide their students with the best possible learning experience.
Public Speaking Speech and Drama Speech Versus Script Students in public speaking classes are taught how to deliver their speeches in an entertaining, effective, influential and charismatic manner. Students are taught how to write speeches on given topics in depth and at length. Speech and Drama classes develop in children the art of performing. Courses in performance training include singing, dancing, acting and stage performances. Critical Thinking Skills In order to write a powerful speech, an understanding and knowledge of the topic is necessary. Besides doing in-depth research about the topic, students also need to consider how they can tailor their message to different audiences. Hence, students develop creative and critical thinking skills as they master the art of communication! As the word ‘drama’ in the name implies, theatre activities such as role playing and acting are carried out in these classes.
Students in Speech and Drama classes get to play all sorts of different characters. All these roles allow them to show their individual interpretations of the characters, which encourages creativity.
However, most activities are artificial. The situations portrayed in the scripts are often dramatised and therefore, may potentially be irrelevant to the learner’s need.Character Development Public Speaking classes teach students the important aspects of character development, such as leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
For instance, students learn how to communicate effectively and radiate their charisma like Barack Obama, or how to persuade and influence like Steve Jobs. All these life skills are relevant not only in the workforce, but also in schools and in all aspects of life.Confidence Development As a person’s communication skills improve, his/her level of confidence increases as well. Therefore, as students master the art of public speaking, they will also start to feel increasingly empowered, further stretching them into the full and fearless parts of their character. Speech and Drama classes provide students with hands on experience that is great for developing teamwork. However, due to the theatrical nature of the classes, students are often presented with limited opportunities to perform as individuals. As a result, these courses might not necessarily develop individual confidence. -
Are the classes conducted online or physically?
While we provide online Zoom classes, the majority of our classes is conducted physically at our centre.
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What is the difference between Public Speaking and Speech and Drama?
Public Speaking and Speech and Drama classes share many similarities, but they also have significant differences. The ability to present and communicate effectively is an important ingredient for success. Therefore, it is important for parents to be well-informed of the various classes available to their young ones prior to making potentially life-changing decisions.
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Do you offer classes other than Public Speaking?
Yes, we have a wide range of other courses available. You may see more here
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Will participants receive any certifications at the end of the programme?
Yes, participants will receive a certificate of completion upon graduation. These certificates are great additions to their portfolio, especially if they are applying for the Direct School Admission (DSA) interview.
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What is the Trinity Examination?
Participants taking part in the Trinity Examination will be awarded the Trinity College London’s Communications graded examination certificate. Trinity College London is a leading international examination board specialised in the assessment of communicative and performance skills.
The exams assess the following skills through a range of contexts:
– Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
– Conversational and discussion skills
– Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
– Research and reflection skills
– Presentation skills
– Persuasion and negotiation skills
– Planning and preparation skills
– Skills in using equipment and materials to aid communication
– Interpersonal skillsBesides communication skills, other skills highly valued by employers will be developed. These include self-motivation, the ability to learn and adjust, working under pressure to meet deadlines, and teamwork and organisational skills!
Most importantly, students with the Trinity College International Certificate in Communication Skills may include it in their Direct School Admission (DSA) portfolio!
Adult Public Speaking
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Are you able to customise the programme to our requirements?
Yes, we provide programme customisation. Click here to enquire more about customised public speaking workshops.
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Will participants receive any certifications at the end of the programme?
Yes, participants will receive a certificate of completion upon graduation from the course.
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What can these certificates be used for?
These certificates would be a great addition to your portfolio/resume, and would be helpful with your career advancement or job search.
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Is this an individual or group course?
Our courses are highly customisable; they can be catered to individual and group classes.
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Where will the courses be held?
Our courses can be held at our centre or at your chosen venue.
Integrated Education
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What is the Integrated Education Programme?
The Integrated Education Programme teaches learners how to learn by utilising various memory-reinforcing techniques. The Integrated Education Programme serves as a higher level of learning to help participants supplement what they have learnt in school and excel academically.
Unlike tuition classes, the primary goal of the Integrated Education Programme is to impart learning tips to its participants. This ensures that they understand what they have learnt and that it is embedded in their long-term memory. This not only ensures a higher degree of subject understanding, but also helps reduce examination anxiety.
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How old must my children be to sign up for the course?
Our classes are suited for students aged 7 to 16 years old.
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What is the duration of the class?
Each lesson is 1.5 hours, once a week.