Introduction to Public Speaking and Debating Coaching

Course Overview:
This course is tailored for individuals aspiring to coach public speaking and debating. It provides a comprehensive foundation in the principles of effective communication, critical thinking, and argumentation, with a particular focus on coaching techniques. Participants will learn how to mentor and guide speakers and debaters, helping them to develop confidence, clarity, and persuasive power.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the core elements of public speaking and debating.
2. Develop strategies to coach individuals in speech preparation and delivery.
3. Enhance critical thinking and argumentation skills in others.
4. Provide effective feedback and create improvement plans.
5. Organize and lead training sessions and workshops for speakers and debaters.

Course Content:
1. **Fundamentals of Public Speaking:**
– Key components of effective public speaking
– Techniques to manage speaking anxiety
– Strategies for engaging and understanding the audience

2. **Speech Crafting and Delivery:**
– Structuring speeches for maximum impact
– Techniques for clear and dynamic vocal delivery
– Importance of body language and visual aids

3. **Introduction to Debating:**
– Overview of debate formats and rules
– Developing strong, evidence-based arguments
– Effective rebuttal strategies

4. **Critical Thinking and Argumentation:**
– Principles of logical reasoning and argument construction
– Identifying common logical fallacies
– Methods for teaching persuasive argumentation

5. **Providing Constructive Feedback:**
– Techniques for offering positive and constructive feedback
– Tools for self-assessment and peer review
– Creating personalized improvement plans

6. **Coaching Methods:**
– Role of a coach in public speaking and debating
– Motivational strategies and confidence-building techniques
– Designing and conducting effective training sessions

Learning Methods:
– Interactive Lectures: To introduce core concepts and techniques.
– Hands-On Workshops: Practical sessions to apply coaching methods.
– Simulated Debates and Speeches: Realistic practice environments for skill-building.
– Peer Review and Feedback: Collaborative feedback sessions for mutual improvement.
– Individual Coaching Practice: Opportunities to coach peers under supervision.

Assessment:
– Practical Coaching Exercises: Evaluation based on real-life coaching scenarios.
– Peer Feedback: Participants will assess and provide feedback to each other.
– Final Coaching Project: A comprehensive coaching session demonstrating acquired skills.

Course Fees: $50

Who Should Enroll:
– Aspiring public speaking and debate coaches
– Teachers and educators looking to integrate speaking and debating into their curriculum
– Professionals seeking to enhance their leadership and communication coaching skills
– Anyone interested in mentoring others in public speaking and debating

Course Duration:
– 2 months.
– Weekly Sessions: 2 hours of interactive lectures, 1 hour of practical coaching

Instructor:
Joseph Tahinduka – An experienced public speaking and debate coach with a proven track record of coaching national and international competition winners.

Enrollment:
– Start Date: September 01, 2024
– Registration Deadline: October,31st  2024

For more information and to register, please visit our website at www.debateinstituteafrica.com or Call +256783938868.