Speech

Course Description:

This course covers speech fundamentals; however, the class will focus on preparing and presenting speeches for various purposes and audiences. These speeches will include speeches to inform, to entertain, to persuade, and special occasion speeches.  Speech analysis and rhetorical device will also be stressed.

Units of Study:

•     Elements of Communication
•     Preparation and Delivery
•     Persuasion
•     Public Speaking in the World (debate, parliamentary procedure, presentation and acceptance speeches)