Speech Syllabus

2016-2017 1st Semester

Speech is a course that emphasizes public speaking in a variety of
situations. The goals of the course include the following:
Students will learn and use techniques to improve their ability to
speak in front of others.
Students will participate as active, respectful listeners.
Students will become more critical thinkers and evaluators of
themselves and others as speakers.
Students will learn the importance of nonverbal elements in public
speaking.
Students will view themselves as successful public speakers.
We will present the following types of speeches:
Introductory speech
Informative
Demonstration (how-to)
Persuasive
Impromptu
Personal experience speech
Entertainment