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SPCH-1315-011 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.
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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
Text: O'Hair, Dan A Speaker's Guidebook. 6th Edition. Bedford St. Martin's
Course Objectives
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.
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· 1. 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 30 point deduction for that speech. All late work will receive a 30 point deduction.
· 2. Tests will be made up only in emergencies. Prior approval must be obtained from the instructor.
· 3. No substances or equipment in violation of Amarillo College's Student Code of Life will be permitted in speech communication courses.
· 4. 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.
· 5.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.
GRADING POLICY
90 – 100 = A
80 – 89 = B
70 – 79 = C
60 – 69 = D
59 – 0 = F
Assignment/Grade checklist: Keep this current and you will always know where your grade stands.
_____ Brown bag sharing _____ VA speech
_____ Introduction speech _____ VA speech
_____ Mid-term exam _____ VA outline
_____ Persuasive Group Individual _____ Resume
_____ Persuasive Group Group _____ Attendance
_____ Persuasive Group Outline _____ Toast
_____ Demonstration speech
_____ Demonstration speech
_____ Demonstration outline
· 1. Because this is a performance course, regular attendance is essential. An attendance grade will be given. Ten points will be deducted for each absence after the first. Three tardies or early exits will count as an absence.
· 2. Students who maintain perfect attendance will be exempt from the final exam.
· 3. Students may make up two absences in order to keep perfect attendance by attending approved AC plays or speaking engagements. Or you may get 20 points for plays if not needed for make up.
Public Speaking
Schedule of Assignments
Week one Overview, Syllabus, Ellucian, Attendance
Chapter 1 - 3 Comm. Model, 1st Speech, Stage Fright
Assign Brown Bag
Brown Bag Sharing
Ch. 4 Listening
Week Two True Colors
Ch. 6 & 7 Audience, Topic / Purpose
Ch. 8 - 10 Support Material
Ch. 11 - 13 Organization / Outline
Week Three Ch 14 - 16 Introduction, Conclusion
Ch. 17 - 19 Delivery Ch. 20 - 23 Visual Aids – Explain Demonstration
Demonstration Speech Group Work
Midterm Exam online
Week Four Demonstration Speech
Library Assignment & Group Work
Week Five Library Presentation & Informative Outline Group Work
Informative Speech w/ Visual Aids
Week Six Informative Speech w Visual Aids
Ch. 24 Persuasion Persuasive Group Work
Ch, 27 Special Occasion Speeches
Special Occasion/Resume Due
Seven Persuasive Group Presentation Make up day
Persuasive Group Presentation Make up day – No late work after today.
Eight Finals – See Final Schedule online
This schedule is subject to change at any given time.
· Demonstration speech – Choose a demonstration that can be completed during the time allowed (4 to 8 minutes). You must actually demonstrate (not just describe what you have done), and include 2 sources that are cited in the speech. Provide a typed outline for the instructor. (Use the format taught in class.)
· Informative Speech using a visual aid– Choose a topic for this speech that sends itself to presentation using a visual aid. Speech will be at least 4 minutes and no longer than 8 in length. The speech must be informative, and include 3 sources that are to be cited in the speech. Provide a typed outline that follows the format taught in class.
Persuasive Group - Your groups will present a persuasive speech. Each member of the team will speak. Please have at least 3 sources that are to be cited in the speech. Provide a typed outline that follows the format taught in class.
· Resume: Each student will prepare a resume for a position at an actual company/institution. The resume should include factual, not fictional, information about the student.
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