This course is designed to prepare the student in the organization, development, and delivery of expository and persuasive speeches. Attention is paid to the students' voice and diction and experiences provided in group discussion and problem solving. Summer SPE 131 Voice and Diction A study of the physiological, psychological and social bases for voice and articulation.
Emphasis is on the improvement of the student's speech habits.
An introduction to the area of Oral Communications in a variety of its forms and settings. Through active participation in class lectures, discussions, and exercises, students will have the opportunity to develop and utilize effective communication skills in the areas of listening, interpersonal communication, public speaking, diction, group discussion, and non-verbal communication. A course designed to develop and refine the student's overall profile as an effective communicator in private and public settings. Articulation, listening skills, problem solving abilities, organizational skills and feedback techniques are stressed in interpersonal, group, and public speaking experiences. 330 Technical Speech A course designed to prepare the technical student in the organization and delivery of expository speeches, stressing methods of presenting technical information.