The Teaching Space

Episode 72 of The Teaching Space Podcast explores the skill of public speaking and why it is relevant to teachers and trainers. Introduction Today’s episode is based on a blog post I wrote a few years back on public speaking. I really wanted to make an audio version; so here it is. Before I launch into this topic, I want to say this: teaching is SO MUCH MORE than public speaking. I don't believe good public speakers necessarily make good teachers. In fact, often, they're terrible. The role of the teacher is to facilitate learning; not to talk ALL THE TIME. However, I do believe that improving your public speaking skills can have a positive and powerful effect on your teaching, but probably not for the reason you think. I mean, yes, working on your speaking skills focuses you on communicating clearly. That's important. But the most positive outcome is this: you appear confident. While you may not feel confident on the inside, you project confidence to everyone around you. This will elevate your teaching to a h