Students will study correct language usage, grammar, and rules of punctuation. Writing assignments include such practical forms as letters of application, lease agreements, brochures, school reports, journals, resumes, etc. Successful completion of the class will meet the district writing competency requirement. Students develop knowledge and skills in public speaking, group processing, listening, interviews, conflict resolution, mass media analysis, extemporaneous and impromptu public speaking, and classroom presentations. Skills of outlining, researching, critical thinking, and audience analysis are stressed.
Students participate in numerous class speaking activities.
This course parallels the content of Speech Communication but includes introduction to the basic form and rhetoric of debate. Students are given opportunities to participate in formal debate in class. Students will develop knowledge and skills in communicating ideas through written media, edit material for a specific audience, and evaluate written responses for opinion and substantiation.