Local content List your favourite DJs


1 Which radio stations do you and your classmates listen to? Make a list on the board.


2 Write your favourite DJs’ names on the board. 3 In small groups, discuss the qualities a good DJ needs. 4 Share your listed qualities with the class. Now make a consolidated class list.


Listen to different DJs


Spend some time listening to various local DJs on the radio. Listen to their speaking skills and make notes of their: • Tone of voice – do they make this varied and interesting? • Pronunciation – DJs need to practise unfamiliar words. • Method of delivery – do they vary their pace and expression?


Over a period of about a week, complete a table similar to the one below, in which you compare DJs …


Name of DJ


Real name (if there is one) Medium


Specific station Tone


Pronunciation Speaking method Rating 1 = terrible 5 = awesome!


In small groups, discuss your findings. Then draw a spider diagram of important factors for would-be DJs to bear in mind.


shifts in pace lively presentation use of humour varied tone BEING A GOOD DJ correct pronunciation fluent delivery interesting content 189 HINT:


These factors would be useful for anyone who needs to speak in public.


DJ Fresh (suggest why DJ name was adopted) Thato Sikwane Radio 5FM


Varied, lively Hints of SA accent (still correct) Sense of humour; responsive; witty; daring at times


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