Business and Professional Speaking Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

SPCH-1321-008 Business and Professional Speaking

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Course Description

Study and application of communication within the business and professional context. Special emphasis will be given to communication competencies in presentations, dyads, teams and technologically mediated formats.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

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

\ *Included in this textbook purchase is access to the E-book. 

Supplies

\ Note-taking materials will be needed.

Student Performance

\ SPCH 1321: Business & Professional Communication

\ Study and application of communication within the business and professional context. Special emphasis will be given to communication competencies in presentations, dyads, teams and technologically mediated formats.

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\ Learning Outcomes:

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\ 1.     Demonstrate communication competence and critical thinking through an understanding of the foundational communication models.

\ 2.     Demonstrate essential public speaking skills in professional presentations.

\ 3.     Demonstrate written and oral competencies as it relates to employment (including job searches, interviews, interpersonal interaction, conflict management, leadership and performance appraisals.)

\ 4.     Apply essential dyadic and small group processes as they relate to the workplace.

\ 5.     Utilize various technologies as they relate to competent communication.

\ 6.     Demonstrate effective cross-cultural communication.

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Grading Criteria

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\ Major Speeches –20 %

\ Mini Speeches – 30 %

\ Exams – 20 %

\ Outlines/Critiques – 15 %

\ Participation – 15 %

Attendance

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\ Because this is a performance/communication course, regular attendance is essential.  A participation/attendance grade will be given.  Two absences are “free,” and then ten points will be deducted from the participation grade for each absence following.  Perfect attendance = exemption from the Final Exam.  

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