SPC1608 — INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING
This course is designed to provide students with the theory and practice in public speaking with an emphasis on audience and situational adaptation, support and organization of ideas; while factoring audience attention and effective delivery. This course will explore the fundamental training and practical experience for speaking in public, business, and professional situations. Topics include: audience analysis, speech anxiety, critical listening, and preparation and delivery of speeches in various cultural contexts. Students will also learn to effectively incorporate audio and visual aids/ technologies for effective speeches and demonstrate the ability to write clearly. SPC1608 meets the International/Intercultural competency requirement.