Guest Speaker Preparation
Topic:
Speaker(s) Name(s):
Planned Date(s):
Reasoning
Why is this presenter
needed? How will they
supplement or accentuate
what is being taught?
Speakers Validity
What background,
experiences, & credentials
does the speaker have? Do
they have experience
presenting to students?
Have you reviewed the
speakers presentation,
handouts, or talking points?
Presentation Goals
What are the goals for the
speaker’s visit? What
should students learn or
think about?
Curriculum Connections
What are students already
learning in your class?
How can this presentation
enhance the knowledge and
skills students are already
working on?
About your Class
Have you provided the
speaker with an overview
of your class. How many
students do you have?
What age/grade level?
How are students arranged
in the classroom? Are there
any special needs the
speaker should be aware
of?
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Guest Speaker Preparation
Logistics
What technologies will be
available to the guest
speaker? How much time
is allotted for the event?
Be sure the speaker has
directions to your school
and instructions on gaining
access.
Pre-Speaker Activities
How will you prepare
students for the speaker’s
visit?
Post Speaker Activities
How will you follow-up
and gain feedback from
students?
Content Restrictions
Is there any content that
cannot be talked about?
This is especially important
for HIV or Sex Ed. guest
presenters. Be sure to spell
out exactly what they can
and cannot say.
*Remember to never leave a guest speaker alone in your classroom.
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