SPCH-1315 Public Speaking
Credit Spring 2023
Section(s)
Course Requirements
Self-Introduction Speech
Students will perform an extemporaneous speech of self-introduction, expressing their interests.
Informative Speech
Inform us about your dream, job or career.
Inspirational Speech
Tell us about your biggest inspiration.
Aspirational Speech
Describe to us your ideal life.
Comedic Narrative
Tell us a funny story.
Persuasive Speech
Students will create and perform a persuasive speech to influence their classmates’ point of view on a topic.
Special Occasion (Ceremonial) Speech
Perform a special occasion speech.
Quizzes
There will be 4 quizzes completed in class this semester. Quizzes will cover assigned readings and concepts discussed in class.
Midterm Exam
Students will take a midterm exam. Exam will cover assigned readings and concepts discussed in class.
Final Exam
Students will take a midterm exam. Exam will cover assigned readings and concepts discussed in class.
Course Subjects
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Tuesday |
1/17 |
Introduction to Course |
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Thursday |
1/19 |
Positive Expectations |
Read Chapter 1 |
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Tuesday |
1/24 |
Self-Introduction Speeches |
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Thursday |
1/26 |
Ethics |
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Tuesday |
1/31 |
Inspirational Speeches |
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Thursday |
2/2 |
Inspirational Speeches |
Read Chapter 2 Quiz 1 |
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Tuesday |
2/7 |
Information and Agenda Setting |
Read Chapter 15 |
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Thursday |
2/9 |
Finding your Voice |
Read Chapter 4 |
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Tuesday |
2/14 |
Using your Voice |
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Thursday |
2/16 |
Body Language and Gestures |
Quiz 2 |
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Tuesday |
2/21 |
Informative Speeches |
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Thursday |
2/23 |
Informative Speeches |
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Tuesday |
2/28 |
Audience |
Read Chapter 6 |
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Thursday |
3/2 |
Conducting Research |
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Tuesday |
3/7 |
Citing Sources |
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Thursday |
3/9 |
MIDTERM EXAM |
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Tuesday |
3/21 |
Aspirational Speeches |
Read Chapter 16 |
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Thursday |
3/23 |
Aspirational Speeches |
Quiz 3 |
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Tuesday |
3/28 |
Poetic Devices |
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Thursday |
3/30 |
Analogies are awesome! |
Read Chapter 17 |
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Tuesday |
4/4 |
The Hero of a Thousand Faces |
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Thursday |
4/6 |
Rehearsal Techniques |
Read Chapter 13 |
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Tuesday |
4/11 |
Comedic Narrative |
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Thursday |
4/13 |
Comedic Narrative |
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Tuesday |
4/18 |
Logical Fallacies |
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Thursday |
4/20 |
Preparation |
Read Chapter 18 |
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Tuesday |
4/25 |
Persuasive Speeches |
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Thursday |
4/27 |
Persuasive Speeches |
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Tuesday |
5/2 |
Speeches of Ceremony |
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Thursday |
5/4 |
Using your Skills |
Quiz 4 |
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Tuesday |
5/9 |
Special Occasion Speeches |
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Thursday |
5/11 |
FINAL EXAM |
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Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate skills in researching, planning, organizing, rehearsing, and delivering a variety of speeches individually and/or in groups.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the foundation models of communication leading to effective and ethical communication based on audience and context.
- Illustrate and appropriately employ verbal and nonverbal various modes of delivery in oral communication (e.g. manuscript, extemporaneous, impromptu, memorized).
- Recognize and use principles of critical thinking, problem solving, and technical proficiency in gathering information for the development of oral presentations and argument.
- Employ appropriate research and provide speeches with appropriate documentation.
- Practice effective use of computer-based technology in communicating and acquiring information.
- Recognize the roles that public speaking plays in civic awareness.
- Identify how culture, ethnicity and gender influence communication.
- Utilize listening skills for analysis and evaluation of a speaker’s message.
- Participate in teamwork situations to foster interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Practice strategies for reducing stress while presenting to an audience.
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Published: 01/24/2023 11:28:23