Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 0: Pre-Preparation
Duration: 1-2 days
Goal: Set your mindset and goals
Activities:
- Write 3 communication goals
- Record a 1-min self-intro video
- Create a learning tracker
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 1: Foundations of Communication
Focus: Mindset, clarity, and confidence
Activities:
- Understand 'Why we fear speaking'
- Learn: Message + Emotion + Delivery
- Practice mirror talk & analyze daily speeches
Assignment: 2-min speech on 'Why communication matters'
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 2: Science of Storytelling
Focus: Storytelling & emotional connection
Activities:
- Learn Hero's Journey framework
- Narrate 3 personal stories
- Watch & analyze TEDx talks
Assignment: Personal experience speech (2-3 mins)
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 3: Structure & Frameworks
Focus: Clarity and logical flow
Activities:
- Learn PREP, Problem-Solution-Result, Golden Boat
- Daily topic structure practice
Assignment: 3-min talk on a current issue
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 4: Body Language & Voice
Focus: Non-verbal expression and vocal control
Activities:
- Practice open posture, pauses, gestures
- Voice modulation and tone drills
Assignment: Record same story flat vs expressive
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 5: Speaker Analysis & Emulation
Focus: Learn from great communicators
Activities:
- Analyze 5 great speakers
- Emulate 1 min of each
Assignment: Combine techniques into a new 3-min speech
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Week 6: Leadership Presence & Practice
Focus: Public speaking & persuasion
Activities:
- Presentation with visuals/props
- Real audience trials
Assignment: Final 4-5 min recorded talk
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Bonus: ChatGPT-Aided Practice
Use ChatGPT to generate topics, analyze speeches, simulate interviews
Try 1 session/day for variety and reflection
Think School Inspired Communication Masterclass Plan
Evaluation Criteria
Week | Skill to Check | How to Measure It
-----|-------------------------|-----------------------------
1 | Clarity, fluency | Is speech audible & smooth?
2 | Storytelling | Is it engaging/emotive?
3 | Structure | Is it on point?
4 | Confidence, body | Calm posture, gestures?
5 | Inspiration applied | More richness in ideas?
6 | Leadership tone | Inspires trust/action?