The goal is enable the student to participate effectively in oral communication, as a student, professionally, and as a citizen 3 s.h. This course surveys theories and theorists dealing with the area of persuasion, beginning with the Classical Age and extending through present day empirical research. It emphasizes applying the theories to practical situations and goals. This course explores techniques of interpersonal speech communication. Activities are developed to implement acquired skills.
Attention is given to modes of expression for various speech situations.
This course focuses on the principles and theories of communication as they relate to the small group process. It deals with the barriers to effective group discussion and leadership with corresponding remedial measures, as well as an application of small group research as it pertains to hypothetical and actual small group situations. Students analyze the special problems of advanced speech composition and delivery through discussion and platform appearance. In addition to strengthening students' command of the fundamentals of public speaking, this course gives attention to rhetorical style and specialized types of speaking situations. This course may not be offered annually.