LESSON 6: ORAL COMMUNICATION
PART 1:
Reading Comprehension:
What is Oral Communication?
Oral communication involves expressing ideas, information, or
emotions through spoken words. It includes:
• Face-to-face conversations
• Presentations
• Discussions
• Public speaking
Why Is It Important?
• Builds relationships
• Enhances teamwork
• Boosts confidence
• Critical for careers
Key Skills:
• Clarity
• Active listening
• Non-verbal cues (eye contact, gestures)
• Empathy
Vocabulary Exercise (Part 1)
A. Key Terms
1. Articulation (n.): Clear pronunciation of words.
2. Fluency (n.): Speaking smoothly without pauses.
3. Tone (n.): Emotion or attitude in your voice (e.g.,
friendly, formal).
4. Active Listening (n.): Fully concentrating on the
speaker.
5. Feedback (n.): Constructive response to a speaker.
B. Matching Exercise
Match words to definitions:
WORDS
1. Articulation (c)
2. Fluency (a)
3. Tone (b)
4. Feedback (d)
5. Active Listening (e)
DEFINITIONS
a. Speaking without hesitation
b. How your voice expresses emotion
c. Clear pronunciation
d. Responding to a speaker
e. Paying full attention
Vocabulary Exercise (Part 2)
C. Fill in the Blanks
Use: tone, feedback, articulation, active listening, fluency.
1. “Her articulation improved after practicing tongue
twisters.”
2. “Use a polite tone when speaking to customers.”
3. “Active listening helps you understand others better.”
4. “The manager gave helpful feedback after the
presentation.”
5. “He speaks with fluency; he rarely says ‘um’.”
D. Create Sentences
Write sentences using empathy, clarity, gesture, pace,
rapport to describe a good oral presentation.
1. The speaker used empathy to conect with the audience's
concerns.
2. Her clarity made the complex topic easy to understand.
3. He emphasized key points with expressive gestures.
4. The pace of her speech was steady and engaging.
5. Strong rapport with the listeners kept everyone attentive and
involved.
PART 2
Reading Comprehension
Read the Passage:
Effective oral communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about
connecting. In a business meeting, for example, clarity prevents
misunderstandings. Active listening shows respect, while open-ended
questions (e.g., “What are your thoughts?”) encourage discussion.
Non-verbal cues matter too: eye contact builds trust, and gestures
emphasize points. Remember, 55% of communication is body
language!
A. Answer the following questions according to the
reading:
1. Why is clarity important in business meetings?
Because it prevents misunderstandings and ensures everyone
understands the message.
2. Give an example of an open-ended question.
«What are your thoughts?
3. What percentage of communication is body language?
55 %
4. How does eye contact help?
It builds trust between speaker and listener.
6. True or False: Oral communication is only about words.
False
Speaking Practice (Part 1)
Make a video to make a Short English Presentation
Individual Presentation.
Topic: “Is social media making communication better or worse?”
Steps:
1. Express 5 ideas about the given topic.
a. In my opinion, social media improves global connectivity and
allows instant sharing of ideas.
b. However, it can reduce face-to-face interaction and weaken
emotional bonds.
c. I agree because online platforms often encourage superficial
conversations.
d. What about your perspective? Some people find it easier to
express themselves online.
e. Social media also helps raise awareness and mobilize
communities for social causes.
2. Use tips about oral communication.
- Clear pronunciation
- Varied tone and intonation
- Eye contact (if on video)
- Gestures to emphasize points
- Active listening (if interactive)
3. Talk clearly with good pronunciation and intonation.
Useful Phrases:
• “In my opinion…”
• “What about your perspective?”
• “I agree because…”
Self-Evaluation Checklist
After any speaking task, ask:
• Did I speak clearly?
• Did I listen to others?
• Did I use body language?
