Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region VII, Central Visayas
Division of Cebu Province
SAMBOAN SECONDARY DISTRICT
Poblacion, Samboan, Cebu

SELF-LEARNING HOME TASK (SLHT)

Subject: ORAL COMMUNICATION Grade:11 Level ________ Quarter: 2 Week: 7-8

Name: __________________________ Section: ________ Date: ________

School: Samboan National High School District: Samboan

I. MELC: Uses principles of effective speech writing focusing on:

a. Articulation
b. Modulation
c. Stage Presence
d. Facial Expressions, Gestures and Movements
e. Rapport with the audience
Competency Code: EN11/12OC-IIcj-24; EN11/12OC-IIcj-26; EN11/12OC-IIcj-26.1;
EN11/12OC-IIcj-26.2; EN11/12OC-IIcj-26.3; EN11/12OC-IIcj-26.4; EN11/12OC-IIcj-
26.5
II. Objectives:
A. identify and determine the principles of speech writing and delivery;
B. answer the given exercises; and
C. develop a sense of appreciation in giving accurate details.

A. Readings/Discussions

PRINCIPLES OF SPEECH DELIVERY

ARTICULATION

This refers to the speaker’s skill in pronouncing the words of the speech since clear
diction effectively transmits the message. This also mean
the act of vocal expression, utterance or enunciation. The first act of speech is
breathing, in which you get air into a storage chamber; second is phonation,
the process by which you force air into vibration by the action of the vocal folds; third,
resonation, in which your mouth, nose and throat cavities amplify the sound so you can
hear it; and finally there is articulation, in which you modify the sound by movement
of the teeth, tongue, and lips into recognizable patterns.

MODULATION

This refers to the speaker’s ability to adjust or manipulate the resonance and timbre of
one’s voice. This also means the fine-tuning of the pitch or tone of voice that helps the
audience clearly hear and understand the lecture, presentation, and speech delivered by
a speaker.

Example/Illustration:
  Always convey your message with the variation in the pitch and tempo. Never
deliver your speech in a monotone as it will not only bore but also send your
audience to sleep.
 Speak at a rate so that your audience can understand you because fast delivery
betrays a lack of confidence.
 Speak normally at about 125 to 150 words per minute. Check your speed and try to
bring it within this range.
 Pronounce words properly, putting stresses at the right syllables.
STAGE PRESENCE

This refers to the speaker’s ability to “own” the stage, filling it with one’s personality
and projecting it to the audience or group of listeners. This also means the sum total of
all the qualities that keep the audience engaged while delivering a speech. 
 Appearance and comfort is our first sphere. You must be dressed to the occasion. 
 Body posture and attitude is the second sphere. Right from the moment you step on
that stage your body language matters. The way you stand, your speaking posture,
use of hand gestures etc. everything counts and hence must be well noted and taken
care of. 
 The third sphere is the tone of the speech. You can play with different styles, as is
suitable to the topic of your speech.

The fourth sphere is the use of stage space. It is a smart move on the part of a speaker
to choreograph his speech, that is, he must plan a speech to be delivered using different
parts of the stage.

FACIAL EXPRESSIONS, GESTURES AND MOVEMENTS RAPPORT WITH

THE AUDIENCE
A. FACIAL EXPRESSIONS are meaningful visible symbols of speech. This
reflects the speaker’s thinking and emotional attitudes.
 Two Principles
a. manifest facial expression naturally by freeing yourself of inhibition
b. avoid planning or rehearsing facial expressions in advance for they should
be directed by the meaning of the words being conveyed
B. MOVEMENTS/BODILY ACTIONS are supplements to good speech with its
being transformed into actual replacement for the audible code. Its uses include:
(a) adjusting to the speaking situation; (b) securing and maintaining interest and
attention; (c) clarifying meaning and (d) attaining emphasis in speech.
 Common Sins in the Use of Movements
a. Statue / stone - The speaker appears incapable of movement.
b. Pacer - The speaker paces and walks from one side of the platform to the
other and back.
c. Swayer - The speaker rhythmically moves his body from side to side or
forward and backward followed by the shifting of weight.

SUMMARY

1. Understanding the basics and building of a strong foundation which focuses on the
 basic principles of communication will enable students to position themselves more
confidently in various communicative functions, making them more effective and
responsible communicators.
2. Communication is broadly defined as the imparting and exchanging of information.
3. There are five functions of communication
a. Control
b. Social Interaction
c. Motivation
d. Emotional Expression
e. Information Dissemination
4. These elements of communication are: Speaker, Message, Encoding, Channel,
Decoding, Receiver, Feedback, Context and Barrier.
5. There are at least four type of speech context: Intrapersonal, Interpersonal, Public and
Mass Communication.
6. The following are the types of speeches:
a. Manuscript Speech
b. Memorized Speech
c. Impromptu Speech
d. Extemporaneous Speech
e. Entertainment Speech
f. Informative Speech
g. Persuasive Speech
7. There are at least seven Communication Strategies that must be used to start and
maintain a conversation. Such as: Nomination, Restriction, Turn-taking, Topic Control,
Topic Shifting, Repair and Termination.
8. The components of speech writing process are the following:
a. Audience Profile
b. Logical Organization
c. Duration
d. Word Choice
e. Grammatical Correctness
9. The principles of Speech Delivery are the following:
a. Articulation
b. Modulation
c. Stage Presence
d. Facial Expressions
e. Gestures and Movements
f. Rapport with the Audience

10. Ultimately, this self-learning home task aims to instill a lasting commitment to lifelong
learning and critical thinking despite the difficult situation brought forth by the
pandemic encouraging students to be more accountable and responsible of their own
learning.

B. Exercises

Exercise 1

Task A: Tick the column that determines how often you practice what the statements
says. Do this as objectively as possible. Bear in mind that there
are no wrong answers. A stands for ALWAYS, O for OFTEN,
S for SOMETIMES, R for RARELY and N for Never.
Reading in English

Item Content A O S R N
s
11 Before I start reading, I look at what the text is about.
12 While I read a text, I translate it mentally.
13 I try hard to understand the text word by word.
14 I relate what I know about the topic with what the text
is about.
15 I read different kinds of reading material.

Writing in English

Item Content A O S R N
s
16 I write new sentences based on structures or set
phrases that I have memorized.
17 I look up the textbook and use sentences that are
similar to the ones there.
18 I only use easy words and structures, which I know
for sure that are correct.
19 I reread what I have written before I go on writing.
20 I review what I have written carefully.

Speaking in English

Item Content A O S R N
s
21 Before speaking, I think what I am going to say in
English.
22 I pay attention to intonation.
23 When I talk, I use English words that I have heard in
songs or in class.
24 I speak slowly to be better understood.
25 When I speak, I pay attention to the grammar I use.

(Please pay attention with the results. The results may help you in completing
Exercise 2.)

Task B: List down the barriers of communication between you and another family
member at home. (There are no wrong answers)

Example: Physical and Physiological Barriers

1. ________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________
 4. ________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________

Task B: Based on what you have learned from this lesson, list down ten habits for good
delivery that a speaker needs to develop.

Example: Don’t move all the time.

1. ________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________

4. ________________________________________________

5. ________________________________________________

6. ________________________________________________

7. ________________________________________________

8. ________________________________________________

9. ________________________________________________

10. _______________________________________________

Exercise 2

Task: Watch the video of Patricia Evangelista delivers her speech, Why We Tell Stories
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GczfdbrQNzc. Evaluate the speech delivery using the four
spheres.
A. From the video viewed, identify the following:
Title of Speech Viewed:
Name of Speaker:
Type of Speech Delivery Used:
Type of Speech According to Purpose
Used:
What is the audience and venue size?
B. Evaluate the speaker and write YES principles are observed in
the delivery of the speech and NO if not.
Did the speaker adjust to the audience
size and venue size?
Did the speaker use the microphone?
How did the speaker approach the
audience?
Did the speaker use the volume of
his/her voice well?
Did the speaker use his/her pitch well?
Did the speaker use pauses well?
Did the speaker pronounce words
correctly?
 EVALUATION SHEET

C. Assessment/Application/Outputs (Please refer to DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2020)

A. Multiple Choice. Select the letter of the best answer from among the given choices.

1. What is a speech artifact in public speaking?

a. When you say “um” or “uh” or when you cannot think of the next thing to say.
b. Stuttering while speaking because you are nervous.
c. When you pause to gather your thoughts.
d. When you raise your voice due to stress.

2. Which of the following is a way to empathize a word within a sentence to create more
meaning in speech?
a. Stressing
b. Timbre
c. Speech Artifacts
d. Intonation
3. How can you use pauses in public speaking?
a. You can use them to create a rhythm in your speech.
b. You can use them instead of using speech artifacts.
c. You can use them to change your tone and speech pattern.
d. You can use them to infer feelings into a speech.
4. A speaker with arched eyebrows conveys to the audience that he or she is _____.
a. happy
b. condescending
c. surprised
d. scared
5. Rhea wants to become more comfortable making speeches in front of large audiences,
especially when it comes to expressing herself through the use of gestures. She tends to put
her hands in her pockets when she is speaking. What is the best position for Sally to place
her hands in during a speech?
a. Crossed over her chest
b. On her hips
c. Folded in front of her
d. At her sides
6. All of the following are informal types of oral communication EXCEPT;
a. telephone conversations
b. face-to-face conversations
c. presentations at business meetings
d. discussions at business meetings

7. An advantage of oral communication is that,

a. it is more personal and less formal than written communication.
b. it is more flexible than written communication.
c. it is very effective to address conflicts and problems.
d. all of the above
8. Oral communication is NOT a good choice when,
a. important information needs to be documented.
b. you want to boost the morale of your workmates.
c. a business matter requires quick resolution.
d. you are going to record a podcast.
9. Which of the following is a kind of Oral Communication?
a. Email
b. Resignation Letter
 c. Balance Sheet
d. Phone Call
10. Which term refers to those who listen to a speaker?
a. Audience
b. Address
c. Listeners
d. All of them

B.Identification. Carefully read the following items and identify the correct answer. Write
your answers before the number.

______________________1. The speaker rhythmically moves his body from side to side
or forward and backward followed by the shifting of weight.

______________________2. Reflects the speaker’s thinking and emotional attitudes.

They are meaningful visible symbols of speech.
______________________ 3. This refers to the speaker’s ability to “own” the stage, filling
it with one’s personality and projecting it to the audience or group of listeners.
______________________ 4. The first act of speech in which you get air into a storage
chamber.
_______________________5. The process by which you force air into vibration by the
action of the vocal folds.
_______________________6. The fine-tuning of the pitch or tone of voice that helps the
audience clearly hear and understand the lecture, presentation, and speech delivered by a
speaker.
_______________________7. It is a smart move on the part of a speaker to choreograph his
speech, that is, he must plan a speech to be delivered using different parts of the stage.
_______________________ 8.
_______________________ 9. Common Sins in the Use of
Movements
_______________________10.

D.Suggested Enrichment/Reinforcement Activity/ies

Task:Applying the principles presented in this module, write a speech of any type
according to your choice. Record yourself while delivering the speech you
have personally written.
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 Prepared by:

MIRISH B. FERNANDEZ
Teacher 1

Edited by:

MILDRED H. CABALUNA
SHS English Coordinator

Reviewed by:

BERNARDITA F. ARIAS
Principal 1