Master the art of effective communication through competitive debate, discussion, and persuasive speaking challenges that develop critical thinking and advanced oral communication skills.
The Communication Olympics engages Grade 5 learners in a series of competitive communication challenges that develop advanced listening and speaking skills. Students participate in structured debates, impromptu speaking challenges, and collaborative discussions while learning to provide evidence to support their thinking and respond respectfully to others' ideas.
Structured debates on relevant topics using evidence and logical reasoning
30-second preparation for 1-minute speeches on various topics
Demonstrating comprehension and response skills
Roundtable discussions with respectful turn-taking and evidence sharing
Use observation checklists to assess clarity of speech, evidence support, respectful listening, appropriate volume and pace, eye contact, and ability to stay on topic. Focus on both content accuracy and communication effectiveness.
