COMM 2010 - Public Speaking

Credits: 3
This course is a practical performance course in public speaking. The course combines readings, lectures, discussion, and presentations to help the student become a more competent, confident and effective public speaker. Students are afforded an opportunity to understand the different purposes and principles of developing and evaluating oral, written and digital messages. The main topics covered include: Researching, and organizing a speech, audience analysis, using visual aids, effective delivery, handling stage fright, proposing arguments and making persuasive appeals. Offered: All Semesters

Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 with a C or better or appropriate placement score