Public Speaking Syllabus for 2015-2016
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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

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Lucas, S.E. The Art of Public Speaking, Custom Edition Amarillo College. New York: McGraw Hill.  Eleventh Edition

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Student Performance

\ Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics in 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 an effective use of technology when researching and/or presenting speeches

\ 6.  Indentify 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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Expected Student Behavior

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• \ No substances or equipment in violation of Amarillo College's Student Code of Life will be permitted in speech communication courses.
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• \ Plagiarism is considered serious academic misconduct.  All speeches and papers presented should be the work of the student enrolled in the course.  Proper documentation should be made of materials cited from all sources.  If it is determined that a student has plagiarized a speech, paper, or exam, student will receive the grade of 0 and disciplinary proceedings against the student could ensue.
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• \  The instructor will not initiate administrative withdrawals.  If you stop attending class, but do not officially withdraw from the class, grades will be assigned based on the work required for the class, not just work completed.
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Grading Criteria

Grading Scale:

90 – 100 = A

80 – 89   = B

70 – 79   = C

60 – 69   = D

59 – 0     = F

Grades will be weighted as follows:

15%     Attendance, preperation outlines, in-class activities

15%     Exams (mid-term and final)

20%     Minor Speeches - Brown Bag Speech, Library Group Speech, Tribute Speech

50%     Major Speeches - Informative Speech & Persuasive Speech

• Speeches are delivered on assigned days.  If you know well in advance, other arrangements might be possible.  Speaking late without prior approval will result in a 10 point deduction for that speech.  All late work will receive a 10 point deduction.
• Tests will be made up only in emergencies. Prior approval must be obtained from the instructor.
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Attendance

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• Because this is a performance course, regular attendance is essential. An attendance grade will be given.
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• Students who maintain perfect attendance will be exempt from the final exam
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