COM-110 Public Speaking

A primary objective of the course is to develop skill in oral communication by helping the student to understand the principles of good public speaking: research, organization, revision, audience analysis, language, and presentation techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the development of self-confidence. This course carries SUNY General Education Oral Communication credit.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Write and revise an outline that includes a specific speech purpose and thesis statement/central idea.
2. Research and organize a topics using credible sources that represent diverse viewpoints to construct speeches.
3. Utilize computers and/or other technologies to deliver a speech before an audience in order to illustrate the central idea for the audience members.
4. Evaluate communication for substance, bias and intended effect.