COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will build on the foundations established in ENG1154 Effective Presentations, further enhancing students’ confidence and reducing anxiety in public speaking by immersing them in an environment rich with practice opportunities. Students will learn to engage in various speaking formats, including extemporaneous speaking, job interviews, leading discussions, and delivering major presentations. The course explores key elements essential to successful presentations, such as developing a central point effectively, speaking with clarity, refining delivery techniques, and maintaining audience engagement.
Students will be better equipped for situations that demand public speaking. Exercises in researching material and focusing on the most relevant points will assist in effective preparation. In addition to speaking skills, the course emphasizes the importance of being attentive, as effective public speaking requires strong listening abilities. Students will sharpen their critical listening skills and gain valuable insight into strategies that enhance or hinder their speaking performance. Through this course, they will develop a well-rounded approach to communication, ensuring they can adapt to various speaking situations with confidence and composure.
Key Topics Covered
- Understand the Fundamentals of Public Speaking: Gain confidence and overcome anxiety in a supportive, practice-driven environment.
- Explore the Core Principles of Effective Presentation: Learn to develop clear, engaging presentations tailored to diverse contexts.
- Differentiate Between Various Speaking Formats: Practice extemporaneous speaking, job interviewing, leading discussions, and formal presentations.
- Define Critical Listening Skills: Enhance your ability to listen attentively and apply feedback to improve public speaking performance.
- Discover How to Research and Focus on Pertinent Material: Learn techniques for managing research and concentrating on critical points for effective speeches.
- Identify the Core Concepts of Audience Engagement: Develop strategies to captivate and maintain the audience’s attention throughout a presentation.
- Engage in Self-Reflection to Improve Public Speaking: Analyze personal strengths and weaknesses to refine your skills as a public speaker.
REFERENCE MATERIALS
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Full-CLC Students
Based on your HESEAP application, you have been awarded full CLC for this course, classifying it as a test-out course, meaning no traditional instruction will be provided. Your CLC award signifies that you possess knowledge, whether gained through prior education or experience, equivalent to or surpassing what would typically be learned in a traditional college setting. Consequently, classroom attendance is not required; however, you are required to pass a final exam for the course successfully.
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- (2016) Stand up, Speak out: The Practice and Ethics of Public Speaking. University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. https://open.lib.umn.edu/publicspeaking/
- 2 The Attention-Getter: The First Step of an Introduction
- 2 Steps of a conclusion
- 2 Using Language effectively
- 3 Six Elements of Language
- (2014) Guidelines for Preparing Effective Presentation. American Statistic Association. https://ww2.amstat.org/meetings/jsm/2014/effectivepresentations.cfm
- (2014) Make Body Language Your Superpower. Stanford Graduate School of Business. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFLjudWTuGQ
- (2013) How to Do a Presentation? - 5 Steps to a Killer Opener. Rule The Room Public Speaking. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEDcc0aCjaA
- 16 Rhetorical Devices That Will Make You Sound Like Steve Jobs. https://www.duarte.com/presentation-skills-resources/rhetoric-isnt-a-bad-thing-16-rhetorical-devices-regularly-used-by-steve-jobs/
- (2009) How to Give an Effective Presentation? Meeting Tomorrow. https://meetingtomorrow.com/content-library/how-to-give-an-effective-presentation
- How to Use Body Language During a Presentation. EtonX Limited. https://etonx.com/how-to-use-body-language-during-a-presentation/
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