How “The Speech Doctor is IN” Program meets the NJ Curriculum Standards in Language Arts Literacy:

This highly interactive program gives the student an opportunity to get a clear understanding of the qualities necessary for effective oral presentations in regards to eye contact, posture/stance, volume control, enunciation, appropriate rate and vocal expression. Additionally, this program discusses the causes of stage fright and demonstrates proper breathing techniques needed for a relaxed and confident performance. Thus, this program meets the following Language Arts Literacy Standards for Oral Presentations:

• Read aloud from developmentally appropriate texts with attention to expression
• Recite orally
• Begin to understand the importance of looking at a speaker
• Talk about an experience or work sample in front of a small group
• Use appropriate strategies to prepare, rehearse and deliver an oral presentation such as word choice, expression, eye contact and volume
• Maintain audience interest during formal presentations, incorporating adequate volume, proper pacing, and clear enunciation
• Read aloud with fluency
• Use verbal and non-verbal elements of delivery (e.g. eye contact, stance) to maintain audience focus
• Maintain audience interest during formal presentations incorporating adequate volume, proper pacing and clear enunciation
• Use clear, precise, organized language that reflects the conventions of spoken English
• Develop speaking techniques including voice modulation, inflection, tempo, enunciation, and eye contact for effective presentations