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Module 11: English

Pronunciation, speeches, and register.

Use this workbook to practice core KCSE communication skills and record evidence of progress.

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SECTION: ENGLISH

MODULE: 11

Part A: Units

Listening and speaking

a. Pronunciation; stress and intonation in sentences, rhythm in poetry, alliteration and assonance in poetry

b. Oral narratives; dilemma and aetiological

c. Mastery of content; discussion and speeches

d. Etiquette; appropriate choice of register

e. Non-verbal cues; appearance and grooming

Part B: Project

Practice spoken delivery with correct register and non-verbal cues.

Project Title: Spoken Communication Practice

Objective: Apply stress, intonation, and appropriate register in a real speech or discussion.

Project Instructions:

1. Prepare a short speech or discussion topic.
2. Practice stress and intonation, including rhythm or sound devices.
3. Present the speech using suitable register and etiquette.
4. Note your non-verbal cues and grooming choices.
5. Consult your coach where necessary.

Evidence to Submit:

• Speech outline or discussion notes.
• Pronunciation and intonation observations.
• Feedback from a listener.

Submission

Part C: Training Others

Guide a peer through speech delivery and register selection.

Guidance:

• Model stress and intonation on sample sentences.
• Practice a short narrative or speech.
• Discuss register choices and etiquette.

Reflection:

• What did the learner understand well?
• What needed more explanation?
• What support do you need from your coach?

Submission

Part D: Assessment

Competency Levels:

1 = Expectations not met

2 = Partially met

3 = Satisfactorily met

4 = Excellently met

Coach assessment: Learner completes the self-assessment using the 1-4 scale. The coach prepares a short quiz or conversation (outside the system if needed) and assigns the coach score.

Self-assessment:

• Pronunciation and intonation:
• Speech delivery and register:
• Non-verbal cues:

Coach assessment:

• Pronunciation and intonation:
• Speech delivery and register:
• Non-verbal cues:

Submission

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