Public Speaking Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

SPCH-1315-006 Public Speaking

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Course Description

Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural diversity and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Stephen E. Lucas.  The Art of Public Speaking,  Amarillo College Edition.

Supplies

\ Students must have availability to Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excell.

Student Performance

SPCH 1315: Public Speaking

Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural diversity and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations.

Learning Outcomes:

1.     Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational models of communication.

2.     Apply elements of audience analysis.

3.     Demonstrate ethical speaking and listening skills by analyzing presentations for evidence and logic

4.     Research, develop and deliver extemporaneous speeches with effective verbal and nonverbal techniques.

5.     Demonstrate effective usage of technology when researching and/or presenting speeches.

6.     Identify how culture, ethnicity and gender influence communication.

7.     Develop proficiency in presenting a variety of speeches as an individual or group (e.g. narrative, informative or persuasive).

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Grading Criteria

\                         20%     In-Class Activities/Attendance/Homework Assignments/Preparation outlines

\                         20%     Exams (Mid term, Final)

\                         10%      1st  Speech (Informative)

\                         20%     2^nd Speech (Persuasive)

\                         30%     3^rd Speech (Final Speech)

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Attendance

\  Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.  However, this being an online class, it is not necessary to be present to class except for the speech presentations.  It is recommended that the student check online at least 3 times per week.

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\ Withdrawal from the course: No administrative withdrawals will be initiated by the instructor.  It is the responsibility of the student to withdraw from the class before the last day deadline.  

\ ANY STUDENT WHO, BECAUSE OF A DISABLING CONDITION, MAY REQUIRE SOME SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS IN ORDER TO MEET COURSE REQUIREMENTS.  CONTACT “ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES” (SSC125, 371-5436) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

\   In addition every student will also be required to comply with the policies as published in the “Students Rights & Responsibilities” booklet.   This publication may be acquired through the office of the Dean of Student Services.

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