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SPCH-1315-DC003 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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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Dual Credit Course
The Art of Public Speaking, Lucas and Stob, published by McGraw Hill
We will use the Connect version available from the publisher for online reading and bookwork.
Your textbook is free to you online! Information for accessing the textbook is located in your course in the "Start Here" folder. Make sure you follow the instructions to gain access to the textbook right away.
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: After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundation 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 non verbal 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).
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Grading Policies:
There will be a total of 1000 points possible in this course. They are distributed as follows:
Presentations (These are on-campus, mandatory presentations) | Total of 400 points, or 40% | |
| Speech of Introduction 100 points |
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Written Assignments | Total of 200 points, or 20% | |
| Resume / Cover Letter 100 points |
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SmartBook Connect Assignments | Total of 200 points, or 20% | |
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Quizzes, Discussion Posts, and More: | Total of 200 points, or 20% | |
Letter Grades:
For Speeches, Tests, and Major Assignments For the Final Grade
A = 90 - 100 A = 900 - 1000
B = 80 - 89 B = 800 - 899
C = 70 - 79 C = 700 - 799
D = 60 - 69 D = 600- 699
F = 0-59 F = 0-599
You will not be allowed to make up work. You have 7 days to complete assignments generally. Make sure you are aware of due dates as late work is not accepted. Please let me know if you are dealing with extenuating circumstances. I cannot help you if I don't know about a problem, so please contact me via email anytime you need to discuss these or other issues. For technical issues, I recommend you call our help desk at (806)371-5100 for immediate assistance during normal business hours.
You will need to log in to the course 3-4 times weekly at a minimum to participate in discussion board postings and complete online work in the textbook.
The on-campus meetings are mandatory and speech grades are the bulk of your semester grade. Make sure you check your speech meeting dates in the course and put them in your calendar right away. If you know that you will have a conflict you can't avoid, you must get in touch with your AC instructor right away to determine a makeup date for your speech. All speeches must be delivered in person with an audience.
Class Schedule:
Instructor reserves the right to modify the schedule as needed.
Week 1 To-Do: 8/26 – 9/1
Week 2 To-Do: 9/2 – 9/8
Week 3 To-Do: 9/9 – 9/15
Week 4 To-Do: 9/16 – 9/22
Week 5 To-Do: 9/23 – 9/29
Week 6 To-Do: 9/30 – 10/6
Week 7 To-Do: 10/7 – 10/13
Fall Break: 10/14 – 10/20 (no assignments, recommend continued work on informative speech)
Week 8 To-Do: 10/21 – 10/27
Week 9 To-Do: 10/28 – 11/3
Week 10 To-Do: 11/4 – 11/10
Week 11 To-Do: 11/11 – 11/17
Week 12 To-Do: 11/18 – 11/24
Week 13 To-Do: 11/25 – 12/1
Week 14 To-Do: 12/2 – 12/8
Week 15 To-Do: 12/9 – 12/11 (course closes Wednesday!)
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08/25/24 1:45 PM