CFS organises public speaking workshop at SMJK Shing Chung

With the goal of building students’ confidence and strengthening their public speaking skills, the Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS) of UTAR Kampar Campus held a transformative public speaking workshop for the Form 3 students of SMJK Shing Chung, Sungai Siput on 15 October 2024.

The workshop commenced with an energising ice-breaking activity called Two Truths and One Lie, facilitated by CFS Kampar Campus academic Mr S. Tamil Arasan Naidu. The activity eased students into the workshop, motivating them to step out of their comfort zones and practise speaking in front of their peers.

Following the ice-breaker, CFS Kampar Campus academic Mr Abel Lee Cheng Ian delivered an inspiring talk titled No Fear to Public Speaking. He addressed common fears associated with public speaking and shared relatable examples and practical advice to help students overcome their anxieties and embrace public speaking with confidence.

After the insightful talk, CFS Kampar Campus academics Ms Soon Cai En and Ms Chuah Ee Chiet engaged students in a dynamic activity called Impromptu Speech— Pick a Topic. The activity challenged students to speak spontaneously, further boosting their confidence and honing their public speaking skills.

The workshop garnered enthusiastic feedback from participants. Gai Jia Tung from Class 3 Alpha expressed, “I learned that public speaking is a life-long process, and this workshop reminded me to practise more to build my confidence.”

Chloe, also from Class 3 Alpha, shared, “I realised the importance of public speaking and learned to think positively for positive outcomes. The Impromptu Speech— Pick a Topic activity gave me a chance to speak publicly, and it was an exciting experience.”