Course title
COM110A - Oral CommunicationPre-requisite
NoneCourse description
Academic Catalog Description This course provides an introduction to principles of communication emphasizing public speaking. Aspects of verbal and nonverbal delivery, speech organization, the effective use of supporting material and presentational aids are addressed. Students give several speeches designed to better equip them for future speaking endeavors. General Course Description COM-110A provides a study in the theory, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of public speeches with practical experience in each area. Students will have the opportunity to analyze verbal and non-verbal means of communication. A basis for the establishment of the course is the assumption that all individuals communicate by skilled or unskilled means. The ability to articulate one’s thoughts effectively is an important skill that can be developed by obtaining knowledge of speaking fundamentals and meaningful practice. This course gives speakers both ingredients by teaching the student various theories and principles that have been proven effective, and an opportunity to speak before a peer audience.School Country
United StatesSchool state
ColoradoSchool city
LakewoodHigh school
This is a college course taken at CCU Academy which offers Colorado Christian University college courses to high school students.School Address
8787 W. Alameda Ave, Lakewood, Colorado 80226School zip code
80226Requested competency code
EnglishDate submitted
Deferred
YesDeferred date
Deferred Reason
Per ABOR Requirement: "English must include literature and have a substantial emphasis on grammar and composition. Courses such as journalism, business communications, and speech, for example may improve a student’s ability in English, but they are not devoted exclusively to the study of English and may not be substituted for a regular English course. In order to be reviewed as a English, we will need more details on the English components / assignments covered in this course.