COMM 105 Fundamentals of Public Speaking

This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of public speaking, focusing on informative and persuasive speaking. Students will gain skill in public speaking and overcome visible nervousness when speaking in front of an audience. Students will learn how to structure informative and persuasive messages for the maximum effect and will experience using audio-visual aids effectively. Students will practice critical listening in learning to evaluate the content, delivery, and style of speeches.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Eligible to enroll in ENGL 121

Hours Weekly

3

Course Objectives

1. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate the appropriate components, content, and organization of informative and persuasive speeches.
2. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate effective physical and vocal delivery.
3. Adapt topic, content, and delivery for diverse audiences.
4. Understand and apply appropriate ethical standards to public speaking situations.
5. Analyze individual speeches and reflect on speaking experience.

Course Objectives

1. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate the appropriate components, content, and organization of informative and persuasive speeches.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Individual speech

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC2
   • OC3

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Communication Studies - A.A. Degree (Transfer)

   4. Deliver clear, appropriate messages through the most appropriate channels in order to generate shared understanding.

2. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate effective physical and vocal delivery.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Individual informative speech

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC4
3. Adapt topic, content, and delivery for diverse audiences.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Individual informative speech

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC1

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Communication Studies - A.A. Degree (Transfer)

   3. Evaluate context and adapt communication approach and message accordingly.

4. Understand and apply appropriate ethical standards to public speaking situations.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Analyze individual speeches and reflect on speaking experience.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Self-evaluation assignment

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • assignment rubric