Objective:
The objective of the course is to provide a comprehensive and practical overview of core concepts in public speaking. Units emphasize ethical, social, and theoretical considerations of public speaking; audience analysis; research; presentation and language style; purpose of public speaking; speech structure and organization; speech delivery and reception. The course culminates in the final exam and a final speech delivered and written by the student.
Learning Outcomes:
- explain ethical, social, and theoretical considerations of public speaking
- interpret audiences before, during, and after speeches
- select appropriate topics for speeches in particular scenarios
- differentiate between the parts of a full speech, including introductions, bodies, and conclusions
- recognize argument, reasoning, and evidence in a speech
- evaluate appropriate sources and reference material for speeches
- employ appropriate language, mannerisms, and style for a public speech
- compare different ways in which speeches are delivered and received
General Course Topics:
- Introduction to public speaking
- Audiences
- Parts of a speech
- Speech content and research
- Reception and delivery