Emphasis is placed on the process of interpersonal communication. Development of the students ability to understand, appreciate, relate to, and perform various forms of literary art. Emphasis is placed on the selection and adaptation of worthwhile literary material, as well as on artistic and effective vocal and gestural presentation. Supervised activity in group interpretation of various forms of literary and non-literary materials. Oral presentation of scripted materials ranging from group arranged original writings to traditional literary forms.
Emphasis is placed on developing public presentation skills and techniques.
Provides an analysis of the purposes, principles, and types of group processes. Development of individual skills in leadership, problem solving, etc. is achieved by responsible group participation. Allows student to pursue Directed Study in Speech Communication on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor. A maximum of 3 units in Directed Study may be taken for credit. CSU Speech Communication is approved for Cooperative Work Experience Education credit.