A DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH FOR GRADE 11 STUDENTS

I. Objectives

By the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:

a. Identify the features of an impromptu speech;

b. Write topics appropriate for an impromptu speech;
c. Appreciate and deliver an effective impromptu speech.

II. Contents

A. Topic: Organizing and Delivering an Impromptu Speech

B. Materials: PowerPoint Presentation, pen and paper
C. Reference: Oral Communication in Context
Philippe John Fresnillio Sipacio, pp. 116-125
D. English Process: Observing, Communicating, Comparing, Classifying

III. Procedure

Teacher’s Activity Student’s Activity

A. Preliminary Activities Greeting

Good afternoon, class! How is your day so far? Good afternoon, Sir! We are fine.

That’s good to hear! So can I expect a full blast of Yes, Sir.

energy and active participation from you?

Before we begin the lesson this afternoon, let us ask the (Student lead the prayer)
guidance of almighty God and let us enlighten our mind
to completely understand the lesson this afternoon.
Would you please lead the prayer Emmanuel?

(Checking of Attendance) (Students say present as the teacher calls in their

…say present… name)

Last time we discussed about what? Organizing and Delivering a Memorized Speech.

Is there any question about our past lesson? None, Sir.

IV. Motivation

Individual Activity

Alright let us do simple a Warm Up and please all of

you participate. I will read and all of you do follow each
direction flashed on your screen.

Can we start now? Yes, Sir.

1. Think of one thing that makes you happy. 1. Think of one thing that makes you happy.
2. Type your answer below the comment box. 2. Type your answer below the comment box.
3. Your teacher will call a volunteer. He will then 3. Your teacher will call a volunteer. He will then be
be given 30 seconds to say something about that
given 30 seconds to say something about the word or
word.
phrase on that paper.
Self-audit

After completing Let’s Warm Up, tick the column that

determines how often you practice what the statements
say. Do this as objectively as possible. Bear in mind that (Students fill in the Google docs)
there are no wrong answers. You can use your
performance in Let’s Warm Up as a basis in completing
this task.

Thank you for your participation, you did a marvelous

job, keep doing it! Now Who can figure out what’s our
Organizing and Delivering an Impromptu Speech.
topic for today?

Very good, class please gives her/him a virtual clap!

Presentation/Discussion

Isabel, please read what is Impromptu Speech?

Impromptu speeches are delivered with little or no time Impromptu speeches are delivered with little or no
for preparation. In most instances, you are called to time for preparation. In most instances, you are called
speak at the spur of the moment because you are to speak at the spur of the moment because you are
expected to be knowledgeable about the subject. expected to be knowledgeable about the subject.

For example, your teacher assigned you to read an

article before the class starts. Then, during the class you
were asked to deliver an impromptu speech about what
you have learned from the article. Another instance to
illustrate an impromptu situation is when you are asked
by a friend or a relative about your current or planned
vacation trip or when you are campaigning for a
position in school and you are asked by your fellow
students to respond to their questions.

(Teacher Explanation)

Now, we’re going to discuss the Strategies in

Organizing and Delivering an Impromptu Speech
Below are some of the strategies that you can follow
when you organize and deliver an
Impromptu speech.
(This is the structure in which you can take any topic
Aiden, any idea? and discuss it in three moves.)

1. Past, Present, Future

Example: In the past, I was not comfortable in making

impromptu speeches because I could not think right
away of what to say; maybe it was because of
nervousness and lack of time to prepare. At present,
however, I am enjoying it because I constantly practice
and keep on exposing myself to any speaking situation.
In the future, I look forward to teaching others how to
survive impromptu speech situations.

(Teacher Explanation) (Start by writing a short description of the topic.

Follow this with the ideal impact you desire and
Fae, do you have any idea? finally the outcome you wish to achieve through
communication.)
2. Point-Reason-Example/Explanation-Point

Example: Point - I love Facebook.

Reason - I have two reasons for this: one, it helps me
easily reconnect with old friends; and, two, I am
updated on the happenings around me.
Example/Explanation -
Through Facebook, I am able to contact my old friends
from other countries and reminisce about wonderful
memories. I am glad to be able to reconnect with friends
even if it’s only through online means. Also, through
posts on Facebook, I learn about the current events in
the country—a fact which has a bearing on my role as a
citizen of this nation.
Point - Facebook, indeed, is a useful social network site.
That is why I love it.

(Teacher Explanation)
Adelyn, any idea? Please share it to the class. (Think of one big word that can serve you as your
main point. If you think you have enough, think of
3. Opening, Rule of Three, Clincher the rule of three. Start outlining in your head.)

Example:
Opening Every time I see homeless families, it breaks
my heart. That is why I try to do at least three little
things to help them.
Rule of Three
• First, I feature them in my writings which I submit to
editors for publication. I highlight their sad and bad
experiences living in the streets and their dreams and
aspirations in life.
• Second, I actively participate in organizing and
facilitating livelihood programs for these families.
• Finally, I join different nonprofit organizations in
campaigns and awareness activities against poverty.
Clincher These three are my baby steps toward
achieving my vision of helping homeless people and
freeing this nation from the bondage of poverty.

(Teacher Explanation)

However, class in doing Impromptu Speech there are Lack of ideas

instances that you may encounter that will be cause a Lack of time
problem but there are solution to it. No idea in given topic

What do you think are the problems you usually may

encounter in doing an Impromptu Speech?

Very good, so that are the things we usually encounter

in doing an Impromptu Speech.

Sanaiata, can you please read the statement on your

screen?
In some cases, you may find yourself unaware of or
In some cases, you may find yourself unaware of or
uninterested in the topic. This usually happens and it
uninterested in the topic. This usually happens and it is
is inevitable. Distinguished Toastmaster Craig
inevitable. Distinguished Toastmaster Craig Harrison
Harrison (2010) shares the following strategies that
(2010) shares the following strategies that can help you
can help you address the problem.
address the problem.

(Teacher Explanation)

Saniata, please continue reading.

A. Bridging This entails building a connection
A. Bridging This entails building a connection between
between what you do know and what you do not
what you do know and what you do not know. know.

Example:
Topic You are asked about your reaction on the conflict
in Russia.
Problem You have no knowledge about the existing
conflict in Russia because you do not follow it.
Solution Find a way to bridge what you don’t know and
what you do know.
Response
“I would imagine the conflict in Russia to be like a
conflict in my own family. The following are some steps
that I observed in patching up the conflict, which, in a
micro level, may be considered by the Russian
government…”

(Teacher Explanation)

Isabel, please read the next one.

B. Reframing. This means rephrasing or redefining
B. Reframing. This means rephrasing or redefining the the topic into something that you want to talk about.
topic into something that you want to talk about. This This usually occurs if you think the topic is
usually occurs if you think the topic is inappropriate or inappropriate or it is not meant for you.
it is not meant for you.

Topic You are asked to compare two forms of

government: democratic and parliamentary
Problem You think that it is not right for you because
you are a science major.
Solution
Find a pair of anything that you think is worth
comparing. You can compare natural science and social
science in terms of concepts and processes, or
computers and humans in terms of capacity and
efficiency.
Response
“This question reminds me of the complexities in
differentiating two concepts in science. These are
natural science and social science. Just like democratic
and parliamentary, these two differ in terms of concepts
and processes…”

(Teacher Explanation)

Adelyn, please read the next one.

C. Playing Devil’s Advocate. This refers to you C. Playing Devil’s Advocate. This refers to you
standing on the opposite side. standing on the opposite side.

Example:
Topic You are asked whether or not the government
should allocate a bigger budget for national defense.
Problem You have no idea about the defense system
and you are more knowledgeable with education.
Solution Say no to defense and yes to education.
Response “Instead of allocating more money to national
defense, why not allot it to education? Let me tell you
why education should be prioritized…”

(Teacher Explanation)

Now, class we are going to tackle important things to do

in doing an Impromptu speech.

Rovelyn, please read. And share your thoughts.

Some Useful Tips in Effective Impromptu Speech Some Useful Tips in Effective Impromptu Speech
Delivery Delivery

Before the Speech Before the Speech

1. Smile. 1. Smile.
2. Relax by thinking about positive things. Keep telling 2. Relax by thinking about positive things. Keep
yourself, “I am a brilliant speaker. I will nail this telling yourself, “I am a brilliant speaker. I will nail
presentation.” this presentation.”
3. Identify your purpose. Is it to inform, to entertain, to 3. Identify your purpose. Is it to inform, to entertain,
welcome, to congratulate, to apologize, or to give to welcome, to congratulate, to apologize, or to give
birthday greetings? birthday greetings?
4. Think of one big word that can serve as your main 4. Think of one big word that can serve as your main
point. If you think you have enough, think of the rule of point. If you think you have enough, think of the rule
three. of three.
5. Start outlining in your head. Focus on what to say 5. Start outlining in your head. Focus on what to say
first. Be reminded that your first few words are crucial, first. Be reminded that your first few words are
so make them strong, powerful and catchy. crucial, so make them strong, powerful and catchy.

(Teacher Explanation each stage) (Teacher Explanation each stage)

Emmanuel, please continue reading and also your

opinion to it.

During the Speech During the Speech

1. When you are called, keep composed. Walk slowly to 1. When you are called, keep composed. Walk slowly
the lectern or the center stage. to the lectern or the center stage.
2. Shake hands with the one who introduced you, if 2. Shake hands with the one who introduced you, if
necessary. necessary.
3. As you stand to deliver, establish eye contact, and 3. As you stand to deliver, establish eye contact, and
begin right away with your opening statements. Part of begin right away with your opening statements. Part
your opening is greeting your audience. of your opening is greeting your audience.
4. From your initial idea to the next, use appropriate 4. From your initial idea to the next, use appropriate
transitional devices. transitional devices.
5. Observe appropriate and effective nonverbal cues. 5. Observe appropriate and effective nonverbal cues.
6. Observe time limit. Remember, you barely have five 6. Observe time limit. Remember, you barely have
minutes to say something. five minutes to say something.

(Teacher Explanation each stage)

Katrine, Please read the last statement.

After the Speech After the Speech

1. Say thank you. 1. Say thank you.

2. Return to your place comfortably. 2. Return to your place comfortably.

(Teacher Explanation each stage) (Teacher Explanation each stage)

4.3 Evaluation

Generalization

Is there any question class before we proceed? None, Sir.

Is our discussion for today is all clear to you? Yes, Sir.

If none I hope you learn something for today that you

Thank you, Sir.
may use in your better future.

V. Application

I. Individual Activity. Write the name of one local or international personality. Make sure
that the personality is still alive. Examples can be world leaders, scholars, show hosts,
writers, educators, medical practitioners, lawyers, fashion designers, and others.

Your dean assigns you to represent your school in a summit. There, you meet a local or
international personality. You realized that you had the perfect opportunity to talk to that
person. What would you say?

Video tape your answer. Make sure you apply the strategies learned from this lesson. You
have two minutes to prepare and two minutes to speak. Your teacher will signal once you
have reached the time limit. Please be guided by the rubrics below.
VI. Evaluation

Write T before each number if the statement is true and F if the statement is false.

1. After your speech, it is appropriate to say “Thank you” to the organizer for the
speaking opportunity.
2. If you find the topic uninteresting, you say, “I don’t think the topic is stimulating
enough. I don’t like to say something about it.”
3. Impromptu is definitely different from other forms of speeches.
4. Impromptu speaking challenges the speaker’s ability to organize ideas and deliver
effectively in a very short period.
5. One way to relax is to over-think.
6. Saying sorry because you did not prepare is appropriate in an impromptu speech.
7. In an impromptu speech, there is no need for nonverbal cues.
8. There are strategies that can help in verbalizing thoughts.
9. Warming up before the speech can ease your tensed nerves.
10. In impromptu speaking, your audiences don’t care about your transitions anymore.

VVI. Assignment

On Monday prepare yourself one by one will be given a topic and will share your ideas and
knowledge. It will test your skill in doing an impromptu speech. Please be guided by the
rubrics.

Prepared by:

Emmanuel R. Dalere B.S.Ed.-English 3A