The students will be introduced to the skills required to communicate more effectively. Emphasis will be placed on developing public speaking skills in group conferences, small group, and public and interpersonal communication settings. This course involves lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
The student will develop the skills required to be a more effective listener and speaker, as well as develop the research skills required to document, verify and prove. All students will prepare and deliver a variety of speeches during the semester with the goal of acquiring the communication skills necessary for future academic and professional encounters. Specifically, students will have the opportunity to:
- Develop the discipline required to prepare, rehearse and deliver a variety of speeches.
- Participate in group communication as participants and facilitators.
- Increase their listening abilities.
- Develop critical analysis and awareness.
Each completed assignment will be assigned a grade following self-evaluation, group critique and teacher feedback. For group work, students will be provided with the opportunity to evaluate group members and themselves.