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SPC 112 - Public Speaking


Last Date of Approval: Fall 2021

3 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 45
Total Lab Hours: 0
Total Clinical Hours: 0
Total Work-Based Experience Hours: 0

Course Description:
Public Speaking is designed to develop the basic skills of speech communication by studying the process from topic selection through delivery. Emphasis is placed on the preparation and delivery of presentations. This course helps students build confidence in their communication skills while also enabling them to think critically, consider the viewpoints of others, and effectively express themselves, all of which will benefit them in the classroom, in life, and in the workforce.

Prerequisites: C or better in ENG 105 - Composition I  
Prerequisites/Corequisites: None

Mode(s) of Instruction: traditional/face-to-face, virtual, and/or online

Credit for Prior Learning: There are no Credit for Prior Learning opportunities for this course.

Course Fees: None

Common Course Assessment(s): Students will complete a minimum of four (4) speeches. All speeches must be submitted to Turnitin.com. The common assessment is a 4-6 minute informative speech that requires a minimum of four (4) sources.

Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
As part of fulfillment of Iowa Central student learning outcomes, the student will meet the minimum competency requirements of this course by completing four (4) speeches including informative and persuasive. Note: If student fails to deliver the required speeches and to submit them to Turnitin.com on time, the student will automatically fail the course.

A. Create presentations for a variety of purposes.

  1. Select topics that are appropriate for the audience and purpose of the assignment.
  2. Construct a viable central idea.
  3. Choose relevant, factual information from. sources to support the central idea.
  4. Organize a presentation logically.
  5. Prepare thoroughly for each presentation by creating a manuscript and practicing extemporaneous delivery from notecards.

B. Demonstrate effective delivery techniques.

  1. Employ presentation software or other visuals to enhance a presentation.
  2. Demonstrate appropriate volume, pace, eye contact, tone of voice, and facial expression.
  3. Use note cards effectively.

C. Evaluate online sources for credibility.

  1. Assess a source’s reliability based on function, authorship, currency, accuracy, and objectivity.
  2. Specify what makes a particular source acceptable for college-level research.

D. Integrate information from credible sources into presentations.

  1. Synthesize a variety of valid, useful sources-beyond an Internet search engine.
  2. Apply current Modern Language Association format.
  3. Employ both quotations and paraphrasing.
  4. Use correct citation methods.

E. Demonstrate ethical behavior as a speaker and as a listener.

  1. Analyze an audience to determine wants, needs, and interests.
  2. Demonstrate preparedness, honesty, and accuracy.
  3. Demonstrate respect for an audience’s time, culture, values, and dignity.
  4. Practice speaker responsibility by accurately crediting sources both orally and in writing.
  5. Practice listener responsibility by eliminating distractions and focusing on the speaker.
  6. Evaluate peers’ presentations by employing active listening and offering constructive criticism.



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