INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH COMMUNICATION ARTS

6th July 2002

This introductory course will offer information, demonstrations, and hands-on practice in basic skills and competencies required by internationally recognised examining boards currently operating in Singapore.

The 4hr course will start from nursery level and work upwards towards teacher level, and show how these skills and outcomes link to the oral components of the three main strands of the new Singapore English Language Syllabus - using language for information, for literary appreciation and expression, and for social interaction.

Administrators, teachers, trainers, parents, specialists and senior students will be given guidance on the relevance, quality, value, depth, and range of certificates and diplomas in the area of speech communication education.

Presenter: Pauline Steele MA, LTCL, CSD, DipSLT, Dip Tchg,ADB Venue: Boardroom, Metropolitan YMCA 60 Stevens Rd
Time: Saturday 6th July, 2.30pm to 6.30pm
Cost: S$150

Course outline:

I.    The foundation - speech and language development in early childhood

 -	enjoyment of rhymes, and stories
 -	phonemic awareness
 -	learning stress patterns, speech rhythm and oral grammar  through rhymes 
 -	listening and responding imaginatively
 -	using the whole body and brain 

II.   Continuing the process at kindergarten and early primary  	

 -	developing vocal and bodily awareness through poetry
 -	Learning the phonograms as a foundation for reading writing and spelling
 -	Integrating the skills

III.  Upper primary and early secondary

 -	listening for personal response 
 -	developing the skills of critical appreciation  
 -	exploring text through improvisation
 -	storytelling
 -	researching issues for discussion and presentations

IV.  Senior to adult level

 -	towards professionalism and public performance 
 -	developing the range, volume and flexibility of the voice
 -	preparation of text for comprehension, interpretation and delivery
 -	Planning for teaching and learning in specialist fields