This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussions with appropriate audiovisual support. Students should also demonstrate the speaking, listening, and interpersonal skills necessary to be effective communicators in academic settings, in the workplace, and in the community.
• A Brief History
• Four Types of Public Speaking
• Seven Elements of Public Speaking
• The Power of Focus
• Positive Mindset
• The Structure of a Great Speech
• Powerful Speech Preparation Techniques
• Effective 30 Seconds Speech
• Overcome the Fears of Public Speaking
• How to Improve Your Confidence
• The Law of Remembering
• Listening vs Hearing
• Why Listening Is Difficult
• Listening Actively
• Controlling the Unexpected
• Slide Presentation Building
• Saying What You Mean & Meaning What You Say
• Putting Words Together
• Nonverbal Communication
• Small Talk
• The Preparations and Topics
• Using the Right Words
• Tools of Communication
• Practice Emotional Quotient (EQ) in a Speech and Presentation