Creative Writing - Senior Secondary 2 - Creative writing – Writing Speeches for Specific Purposes

TERM: 1^ST TERM

WEEK: 3

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC: Creative writing – Writing Speeches for Specific Purposes
CONTENT: Introduction to Speeches, Purpose and Features of Speeches
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

• Identify the purposes and features of speeches.
• Write a speech on a given topic, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group work, writing exercise

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

Markers, Whiteboard, and Sample Speeches

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1: Introduction to Speeches

Introduction

• The teacher introduces the concept of speech writing, explaining its purpose and the importance of effective communication.
• The teacher discusses the features of a speech, such as a clear introduction, well-organized body, and impactful conclusion.

Discussion:

• The teacher explains the various purposes of speeches:
  • Informative speeches
  • Persuasive speeches
  • Ceremonial speeches
• Learners are given examples of speeches for each purpose.

Activity:

• Learners work in pairs to outline the structure of a speech on a given topic, including the introduction, body, and conclusion.

PERIOD 2: Writing the Speech

Writing Exercise

• Learners are assigned to write a speech on a specific topic (e.g., “The Importance of Education in Nigeria”) using the structure discussed in the previous lesson.
• The teacher circulates to provide guidance on content, style, and structure.

Peer Review:

• Learners exchange speeches with a partner and give feedback based on the clarity, organization, and effectiveness of the speech.

Class Work:

• Learners are asked to write a persuasive speech on the topic “Why Recycling is Important.”

Conclusion:

• The teacher evaluates and gives feedback on the speeches written during class. Learners are encouraged to revise based on feedback.

ASSIGNMENT:

Learners are assigned to write a speech for a school event, using all the key features discussed.