Mastering Oral Narration with Visual Aids Spoken English SS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Spoken English SS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Spoken English
Class: SS 1
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 13-14 years
Topic: Oral Composition
Sub-topic: Narrative Skills I
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Narrate an event orally using objects, pictures, or other visual aids.
2. Use picture charts to develop a narrative.
3. Incorporate special words to highlight narrative elements in their discourse.

Keywords:

• Narrative: A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
• Pronunciation: The way in which a word is pronounced.
• Voice Modulation: Variation in pitch and tone of voice to convey meaning and emotion.

Set Induction:
The teacher displays a picture on the chalkboard and asks students to observe it closely. The teacher then asks a few questions about the picture to stimulate interest and curiosity.

Entry Behaviour:
Students have basic experience in speaking English but may need guidance in organizing their thoughts and using visual aids to support their narration.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Chalkboard
• Objects related to the picture
• Picture charts
• Dictionary

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Students have previously engaged in basic conversations in English. This lesson will build on their speaking skills by introducing structured oral narration using visual aids.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Oral Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Pronunciation and Stress
• Voice Modulation

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• English Textbooks
• Picture charts

Instructional Materials:

• Picture hung on the chalkboard
• Charts
• Dictionary

Content

Narrative Skills I:

Introduction:

Oral composition involves telling a story or describing an event using spoken words. Effective narration requires the use of visual aids like pictures, objects, and charts to help illustrate the story. Voice modulation and pronunciation are also essential to make the story engaging and clear.

Example:

Picture Description Exercise:

The teacher hangs a picture on the chalkboard depicting a market scene. Students are asked to observe the picture and think about what is happening. The teacher then guides students to narrate a story based on the picture.

Steps for Effective Narration:

1. Observation: Carefully observe the picture or object to understand the details.
2. Planning: Think about the sequence of events or elements in the story.
3. Special Words: Use descriptive words to enhance the narrative (e.g., “busy,” “crowded,” “lively”).
4. Pronunciation: Pay attention to how words are pronounced.
5. Voice Modulation: Use variations in pitch and tone to emphasize certain parts of the story.

Class Activity Discussion:

1. Why is voice modulation important in narration?
   Answer: Voice modulation helps to convey emotions and keep the audience engaged by varying the pitch and tone of the voice.
2. What are some special words you can use to describe a market scene?
   Answer: Words like “bustling,” “vendors,” “customers,” “lively,” and “noisy” can be used to describe a market scene.
3. How can a picture help in narrating a story?
   Answer: A picture provides visual details that can guide the storyteller in describing the setting, characters, and actions more vividly.
4. What should you focus on when observing a picture for narration?
   Answer: Focus on the key details like the characters, setting, actions, and any significant objects that can be included in the narrative.

Evaluation:

Fill in the blanks with the correct words based on the context provided:

1. The teacher hangs a _______ on the chalkboard to aid in narration.
   a) chart
   b) book
   c) picture
   d) map
2. Students should pay attention to _______ and voice modulation during narration.
   a) grammar
   b) pronunciation
   c) spelling
   d) writing
3. _______ words help to enhance the narrative.
   a) Special
   b) Simple
   c) Random
   d) Common
4. The picture shows a _______ market scene with many vendors.
   a) quiet
   b) bustling
   c) empty
   d) small
5. Voice modulation involves changing the _______ of your voice to emphasize certain parts of the story.
   a) speed
   b) pitch
   c) volume
   d) tone

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was on “Basic Speaking Skills.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by hanging a picture on the chalkboard and guiding students through the process of creating a narrative based on the picture.
Step 3: The teacher allows the students to narrate the story themselves, using the picture as a reference. The teacher corrects their pronunciation, stress, and voice modulation as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Display the picture and engage students in a discussion about it.
• Demonstrate how to create a narrative using the picture.
• Provide examples of special words and guide students in using them.

Learners’ Activities:

• Observe the picture carefully.
• Participate in the discussion and offer ideas for the narrative.
• Practice narrating the story, focusing on pronunciation and voice modulation.

Assessment:
The teacher assesses students’ oral narration by observing their use of descriptive words, pronunciation, and voice modulation.

Evaluation Questions:

1. How do you start a narrative based on a picture?
2. Why is it important to use special words in a narrative?
3. What role does voice modulation play in oral composition?
4. How can you improve your pronunciation during narration?
5. What did you learn about creating a narrative from a picture?

Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to listen to each student’s narration, offering feedback on their use of vocabulary, pronunciation, and voice modulation. The teacher concludes by emphasizing the importance of these skills in effective communication.

“Learn how to develop effective oral narration skills using pictures and objects with this comprehensive SS 1 lesson on Spoken English.”