Oral English - Senior Secondary 1 - Speaking to persuade

TERM: 2^ND TERM

WEEK: 10
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 1
AGE: 15 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Speech
CONTENT: Speaking to Persuade
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Identify the skills of oral composition and persuasive speaking
b. Organize arguments to favor their stance in a debate
c. Speak confidently on given topics such as "Farmers are more important than doctors"
d. Understand the structure and roles in a debate session
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Brainstorming, group discussion, role play, teacher-guided practice
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Flashcards, whiteboard, marker, debate cue cards, timer, sample debate videos/audio

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

S/N	STEPS	TEACHER’S ACTIVITY	LEARNERS ACTIVITY
1	REVISION	The teacher revises previously taught oracy skills such as clarity, confidence, logical flow, and tone variation.	Learners recall and mention previously learned oral composition skills.
2	INTRODUCTION	Teacher introduces the concept of persuasive speaking and explains its relevance in debates. Discusses debate structure and roles: speakers, judges, timekeeper.	Learners listen and note key points, asking questions for clarity.
3	PRACTICE	Teacher presents debate topics like "Farmers are more important than doctors" and "Corruption destroys a nation." Learners form groups to prepare for a mini-debate.	Learners brainstorm in groups, outline points, and prepare arguments to present.
4	EVALUATION	Teacher selects groups to present a short 2-minute debate. Judges (students or teacher) give feedback based on clarity, persuasion, and time usage.	Learners take turns debating and evaluating their peers’ presentations.
5	CLASS-WORK	Students answer: 1. List 3 skills needed for persuasive speaking. 2. Outline the debate structure. 3. Write 3 points for or against “Women are better leaders.”	Learners complete and submit written responses.
6	ASSIGNMENT	Learners are to: 1. Watch a debate online and note 3 persuasive techniques used. 2. Prepare arguments for/against the topic “Technology does more harm than good.”	Learners research and prepare notes for next class.
7	CONCLUSION	Teacher corrects classwork, gives feedback on debate presentations, and commends efforts.	Learners reflect on feedback and make notes for improvement.