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Course description

Introduction to Public Speaking will introduce you to the skills necessary to successfully construct and communicate your ideas and positions throughout your college experience; in your future profession; and in your civic interactions.† Upon completing this course; professors will assume that you are able to write and deliver a presentation that is organized; audience-centered; researched; and logical.†

Course Competencies

†Upon completing this course you should be able to:

1. Understand the theories and principles of speech communication.

2. Articulate and practice an ethical and audience-centered approach to public speaking.

3. Critically listen to and assess public speeches.

4. Conduct research appropriate to preparing a speech topic.

5. Demonstrate organization and structure in a complete outline.

6. Incorporate the effective use of visual aids/evidence.

7. Deliver an informative and persuasive speech extemporaneously.

8. Understand the reasoning undergirding a persuasive speech.

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• ENGL
• 4 years of English

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Online / Virtual