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P ublic Speaking
              Most people hesitate while speaking in front of a large gathering. The 3Ps method (Prepare, Practice, Perform)
              can help you overcome your worries and become a confident and competent speaker.
























                                                        3Ps of Public Speaking

                                 •  Think about your topic and what your listeners need to know.

               Prepare           •  Choose the best way to help them understand.
                                 •  Write down your points.
                                 •  Practice alone, maybe in front of a mirror.
               Practice
                                 •  Practice in front of family and friends and get their feedback.
                                 •  Speak clearly, loudly, and at a good pace (not too fast or too slow).
               Perform           •  If you're nervous, take deep breaths.

                                 •  Focus on what you've prepared and speak confidently.



                                                                                              21 st   #Social Interaction
                                                                                             Century
                                                                                              Skills  #Collaboration

                        Play “Feelings Charades” game
                        Simply follow these steps:
               T
               A        •  Make a list of various emotions on small pieces of paper.
               S        •  Fold the pieces of paper and drop them in a bowl or hat.
               K
               1        •   One  student  should  choose  a  piece  of  paper  and  act  out  the  feeling  without  saying
                           anything.
                        •  The other participants must guess which emotion is being expressed.




              S aying No-Refusal Skills
              One of the most important ways of being assertive is to learn to say ‘NO’ without offending the other person.
              Have you ever encountered a situation where you wanted to say ‘No’ but didn't do so, as you didn’t want to
              sound rude or upset the other person? It is often difficult to say no to family, friends, colleagues, and bosses.



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