OP100: A course in fundamentals of speech communication

Type :

Term papers

Pages :

6 pages

Format :

.doc

Published date :

08/14/2009

Category :

Social studies

Sub category :

Educational studies

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Summary :

Course description and objectives
Finding a voice (literally)
Finding a voice (figuratively)
WebCT access
Assignments and grading
1. Speeches
2. The 'Grab Bag'/ personal introduction
3. The rhetorical analysis assignment
4. The 'Pitch' speech assignment
5. The informative/persuasive speech assignment
6. The 'Interactive' speech assignment
Outside speech critique/analysis
1. Self analysis
2. Mid term
3. General participation/attendance
4. Conference and office hours
5. Cell phone policy
6. Laptops and wireless internet
Academic honesty

Abstract

op100 provides an introduction to the basic concepts, theories and principles of oral communication. You will explore the discovery and arrangement of ideas, discursive modes and styles, audience analysis, the use of evidence and reasoning to support claims, and consider some ethics of communication. You will develop new critical thinking skills and enhance your ability to listen skillfully to public discourse. The course fulfills the General Education Oral communication Requirement of the college.

The course has a number of fundamental aims. It will help you hone your natural ability to present ideas, persuade people, argue points, and develop competence in oral communication through performance and critical analysis of your speaking skills in a variety of formats. To that end, you will gain competency in speaking to a group and learn to design and deliver persuasive arguments by communicating to your emotional, intellectual, and aesthetic potential.