COMM101: Public Speaking
Offered By: Saylor Academy
Course Description
Overview
Develop essential public speaking skills through a comprehensive exploration of communication principles, audience analysis, speech preparation, and effective delivery techniques. Learn to craft compelling introductions and conclusions, conduct thorough research, build persuasive arguments, and utilize presentation aids. Master the art of informative and entertaining speeches, while gaining confidence in your ability to address diverse audiences. Enhance your listening skills, understand the importance of language choice, and practice outlining strategies to structure your presentations effectively. By the end of this 92-hour course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and practical experience to deliver impactful speeches in various personal and professional settings.
Syllabus
- Course Introduction
- Unit 1: Why Public Speaking Matters Today
- Unit 2: Speaking Confidently
- Unit 3: The Importance of Listening
- Unit 4: Audience Analysis
- Unit 5: Finding a Purpose and Selecting a Topic
- Unit 6: Researching Your Speech
- Unit 7: Supporting Ideas and Building Arguments
- Unit 8: The Body of a Speech
- Unit 9: Introductions and Conclusions
- Unit 10: Outlining
- Unit 11: The Importance of Language
- Unit 12: Delivering the Speech
- Unit 13: Presentation Aids: Design and Usage
- Unit 14: Speaking to Inform and Entertain
- Unit 15: Persuasive Speaking
- Course Feedback Survey
- Certificate Final Exam
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