Learning how to research for, designs and deliver public messages. Learning the basics of rhetorical theory. Creating and delivering audience centered public messages. Recognizing and reducing speaker apprehension. Using logical forms of proof and supporting materials.
Attendance is mandatory.
There will be no make-ups for speeches, quizzes or in class activities. Speaking order is self-selected one week prior to the speech. All speech assignments will have a typed outline and bibliography handed in the first day of the speaking round at the beginning of class. Please chose appropriate topics for speeches. Topics must be researched, timely and relevant to audience and occasion.