TED Talks! (6th-9th Grade)

Pricing:

Testing Mom Members:
ONLY $19.00 per class ($95.00 total for 5 classes)
Non-Members:
ONLY $21.00 per class ($105.00 total for 5 classes)

Class Details:

Ages: 11 - 15
6th Grade - 9th Grade

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Description

Are you a young aspiring speaker who wants to make a difference and inspire others? Join our TED Talks Camp for Kids, where we will guide you on the path to becoming a confident and effective TED speaker! TED Talks started as talks about technology, entertainment, and design (hence the TED name), but later stemmed out to all subjects. Anyone can give a TED Talk on any subject. YouTube has many videos of children giving such talks on the environment and apps they created. This class is specifically designed to help children learn the art of public speaking, storytelling, and delivering powerful messages in a TED Talk format.

Public speakers change the world. Join us as we satisfy our curiosity in Ted Talks by creating our own. Classes will include lesson plans, worksheets, activities, and homework. By the end of this class, you will have gained the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver a compelling TED Talk that can inspire, inform, and entertain your audience. Join us and let your voice be heard!

We will cover various topics, including:

Understanding TED Talks: Learn about the history, purpose, and impact of TED Talks. Explore famous TED Talks delivered by kids and adults to understand their structure and style.
Finding Your Passion: Discover your passions and interests, and learn how to choose a topic that you truly care about. We will help you brainstorm and refine your ideas to create a captivating talk.
Crafting Compelling Stories: Master the art of storytelling by developing a narrative arc that engages your audience. Learn how to use personal anecdotes, examples, and visuals to enhance your talk's impact.
Powerful Speech Writing: Explore effective techniques for structuring your talk, writing engaging introductions, delivering persuasive arguments, and creating memorable conclusions.
Overcoming Stage Fright: Develop confidence and overcome stage fright through practice exercises, public speaking tips, and techniques for managing nervousness.
Engaging Delivery: Learn how to use body language, voice modulation, and gestures to engage your audience. We will focus on developing your stage presence and connecting with your listeners.

Class Materials: Paper and Pen

*Prerequisites: English Language Comprehension

Important Note: Our system will send you the link to join the class 30 minutes before the start time of the class.

Class Materials: Paper and Pen

*Prerequisites: English Language Comprehension

Important Note: Our system will send you the link to join the class 30 minutes before the start time of the class.

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Instructor's Bio:

Hey there! My name is Sam and I am excited to work with your child. I keep kids engaged and challenged. Those are the two themes that are constant in my teaching. I use humor, experience, and wit to constantly keep the students guessing and wanting to guess. I have been teaching for over 12 years, and have taught English (K-12), History (K-12), and Public Speaking (K-12). If you ever have any questions or comments, please reach out to me!

Educational Background, Degrees, Licenses:

TESOL/TEFL/TESL Certified

Fun Facts:

I know all there is to know about Alexander the Great, Billy the Kid, and Malcolm X.
My fiction has been published in two literary magazines, Empirical and Marco Polo Arts.
My nonfiction book has 340 references and discusses philosophy.

Alex L. says:

The instructor was a great match and we are very thankful for your services.

Denny says:

The topics for debate were very interesting and kids enjoyed discussing their points. Sam is very engaging and ensures kids are having fun while learning about debates. Very informative class, I definitely recommend any classes taught by Sam.

Yellari says:

Mr. Sam is an excellent teacher. He provides feedback and encourages the students. He enjoys his students and engages every student in a positive way. He gets them involved in reading along with him, asks questions to see if they are understanding what they are reading, engages them in discussions, and explains the meaning of the words. He prepares his classroom material for public speaking classes and makes the classroom so joyful for kids. He assigns work to kids and gives them his feedback for their improvements. I would highly recommend his classes. My child says, \" Mr. Sam is the best!\"

Yellari says:

Mr. Sam is the best! He provides feedback and encourages the students. He gets them involved in reading along with him, asks questions to see if they are understanding what they are reading, engages them in discussions, and explains the meaning of the words.

jayasheela says:

My son loved participating in class; Mr. Sam was good with the students.

joanne says:

Learning was fun and class participation was great! The right level of content and great instructor!

Saroja says:

My daughter enjoyed this class!

Theresa says:

My children had lots of fun in this class. The instructor was wonderful in teaching the students the basic principles of debate, including the importance of citing sources and not plagiarizing. The class was interactive and engaging.

Sowmya says:

It’s a great class that introduces kids to debating. My kid said it is fun and loved it!

Meheret says:

This was an exciting class. My daughter had a great experience. She learned about how to fashion an effective argument but also started learning the difference between high-quality and low-quality evidence.Sam challenged the kids... he did not baby them and provided constructive criticism.

Abiola S. says:

The instructor made the class fun while still allowing the kids to learn the basics of debate; it was well-organized, and informative.

Jane says:

Sam is patient, detail-oriented and a strict enough teacher. Your children will get a lot of knowledge and become more confident in debating. My child thought it was awesome! We got to know new people and learn new skills for debating. The teacher was very nice and entertaining guy who made us laugh now and then. I personally LOVED it!!!

Neelam says:

This class was interesting and engaging. I am pleasantly surprised with the results. I think all parents should give it a try.

Tamara says:

Sam, is great with the kids! He made them laugh and kept them engaged! My son enjoyed the class. I feel like it would have been more beneficial if it was a weekly class for a few more weeks. But I do feel like it was a very good class for him.

Pamela says:

My son has been homeschooled since 4 years old and has never been to public school. The class gave him somewhat of a classroom experience with kids similar around his age. Most classes that he has taken didn’t require him to participate, but this one did. This made him very nervous, but it also boosted his confidence. The instructor has excellent teaching skills. I really liked how he engaged students and he also had excellent communication skills. He gave great accommodations which boosted my son’s confidence even more than before! A great addition to boost student learning in addition to regular schooling. Excellent addition for students who are homeschooled like my son.

Daveron says:

The instructor is incredible with the children. His classes are always enjoyable and informative. We’ve taken a few of his classes now, and he is one of our favorites. My son really likes him. Highly recommend him for his humor and ability to keep each child’s attention while challenging them.

Julia says:

My child loved this class. Sam was very engaging. My child’s ability to clearly talk and present information improved significantly after these lessons. My child said that Sam was an excellent and funny teacher. He made lots of difficult topics a fun learning experience.

Van says:

Mr. Sam is an outstanding teacher. He makes insightful feedback and encourages my child to build up his confidence in giving a speech. He also gives his students challenging assignments and provides them feedback for improvements. My son has a great time in Mr. Sam\'s class. His classes fill up quickly. He is truly a gifted teacher who inspires his students to excel. My son is still going to take Mr. Sam\'s public speaking classes. I strongly recommend Mr. Sam’s classes. Thank you Mr. Sam!

Cemil says:

My son enjoyed the class and learned a lot. He wants to take more classes with Mr. Sam. Mr. Sam was kind and he accepted the way my son prepared.

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