SPCH 220 /1951-B:
Introduction
to Public Speaking
Brenda Larson,
Instructor
Office: R
230-U
Office Hours: Monday - Friday:
Email: blarson@bcc.ctc.edu
Course Website: http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/ArtsHum/materials/Fall2004/SPCH.asp
Quarter Start/End Dates:
15/0410:20am
Classroom: R
Bldg., Room 205
No class on:
11/25-26/04
– Thanksgiving
This course will teach introductory skills in
listening, speech technique and organization. Students
will learn how to analyze and appeal to
their audiences, support claims
with credible evidence and avoid fallacies of argumentation.
Students will prepare and present informative, persuasive
and special occasion speeches in
a curriculum that encourages
intercultural communication, investigation
of current social, economic, and political
issues, and the
critical analysis and development of
possible solutions.
Sellnow,
D.D.(2005).
Confident Public Speaking, 2nd
Ed. Thomson Learning.
ISBN 0534551920
REQUIRED MATERIALS
& EQUIPMENT
Students will need a portfolio
folder containing pockets for their projects. Students must obtain or have
an email address, computer access to the Internet and access to a printer
to obtain materials required for class. Internet access and printers are available
to students in BCC’s computer labs and also in regional public libraries.
Note: Audio-visual and computer
equipment can be reserved
for speeches if students notify instructor
three to five days in advance by email.
1.
Understand,
identify and apply ethical
communication principles in public
speaking
2.
Cope
effectively with normal public
speaking anxiety
3.
Self-assess
and engage in active listening behavior
4.
Critique
a speech based upon theory presented in the course
5.
Analyze
and better understand how to connect with different types of audiences
6.
Support
speeches with credible evidence and reliable
research
7.
Logically
organize a speech and prepare formal and speaking outlines
8.
Effectively deliver a
speech utilizing appropriate non-verbal
cues (space,
time, appearance, eye contact, facial expressions, body
movement, posture
and gestures, and voice)
9.
Distinguish
the elements and purposes
of informative, persuasive and special occasion
speeches
10. Thoughtfully select and gracefully
employ audiovisual aids for speaking assignments
11. Use correct pronunciation and eliminate unnecessary
filler words
12. Prepare presentations
on ideas, issues and concerns that are relevant to their lives
13. Participate in
class activities as individuals
and in small groups, demonstrating effective
teamwork, good ethics,
professionalism, and respect for others.
ASSESSMENT:
1. Speech of Introduction 25 points
2.
Informative
Speech 100
points
3. Impromptu Speech 25 points
4.
Persuasive Speech
150 points
5. Special Occasion Speech 25 points
6.
Participation/Assignments/Quizzes
275 points
Total
*600 points.
*Note: Actual point values may vary.
SPEECH 220:
END-OF-COURSE GRADE
Points Available |
Percentage |
Letter Grade
|
570-600 |
95-100 |
A |
540-569 |
90-94 |
A- |
522-539 |
87-89 |
B+ |
504-521 |
84-86 |
B |
480-503 |
80-83 |
B- |
462-479 |
77-79 |
C+ |
444-461 |
74-76 |
C |
420-443 |
70-73 |
C- |
402-419 |
67-69 |
D+ |
384-401 |
64-66 |
D |
360-383 |
60-63 |
D- |
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Speeches (325 points)
There will be two
principal speaking assignments (Informative and
Persuasive) and
three minor speech exercises
(Introduction, Impromptu and Special Occasion) required during the
course. These assignments will be graded
based on criteria and objectives described in this syllabus, instructional
handouts and course lectures.
For example, all
speeches will be evaluated based upon:
A. The Content: All formal
outlines will be typed or
word-processed in assigned format, and
Informative and Persuasive speeches will include a proper
bibliography with five separate, credible research sources (per speech) in
either MLA or APA format. All speech outlines will include introduction
and concluding strategies and transitions. Preparation and Formal
outlines for all
speeches will
be presented
to the instructor
prior to speaking on assigned speaking date. Speaker
outlines will be presented to instructor upon completion
of the speech.
B. The Delivery: Except
for impromptu speeches, all speeches will be delivered extemporaneously. During
each speech, speakers will integrate strategies to gain and keep the
audience’s
attention, establish credibility through verbal citation of sources, and connect with
the
audience through verbal and non-verbal communication methods and audio-visual aids.
Quizzes, Assignments,
Critiques
& Participation (275
points)
This portion of
course grade reflects the student’s competency and
participation through chapter pop quizzes
(10 @ 5 pts each),
written evaluation of speeches (25 @ 5 pts
each), and other daily
exercises and assignments
(20 @ 5 pts each).
CLASS POLICIES:
Participation
– Students
are required to attend class in order to receive credit for discussing assigned
chapters and participating in class exercises. Students are
expected to participate in class discussions and assignments, both verbally,
in-writing, in research and in attitude.
Students are expected to complete individual and group assignments on
time with a spirit of cooperation, respect and responsibility. If students do not actively participate in
classroom activities and group exercises/assignments, his/her grade will be
adjusted accordingly.
Preparation -
Students are expected
to complete reading assignments for chapters prior to discussion of chapter
in class Bring
the course textbook to class each day (except for speech days
as scheduled) to discuss assigned chapters, complete
assignments and participate in activities.Speeches - Assigned speeches must be successfully
completed
to receive a passing grade for this course. Students
who do not deliver their speeches on scheduled date and time will receive
a zero for the speech and as a result, will not pass the class Speeches
must be completed on time and as scheduled. Due to the possibility of adjustments to the speech
schedule and in the interest of fairness, all students are required to
be prepared to speak on the first day speeches begin, even if not scheduled
to deliver a speech that day.
Note: If a student is unable
to deliver his/her speech on time due to an emergency or
unavoidable circumstance, they may be
allowed to deliver
their speech on an alternate date
(if time permits and
at instructor’s discretion). All
late speeches excused or not, will
receive a 25% deduction
from the total score.
Assignments – Due by the start of
class time on the date they are due. All assignments
and outlines must be word-processed, properly headed
up with student’s
first and last name, course
number and section, assignment
and date,
and stapled/clipped together to be
accepted. No late assignments or
outlines will be accepted.
Attendance – Students
are expected to be on time and attend every class: Missing
four to five
classes means an A- grade
becomes a B+; missing
six to seven
classes means an A-
becomes a B; missing eight to nine classes means an A-
becomes a B-. Ten absences or more will
result in a failing grade for the course.
Tardiness – Students are expected to arrive on time to
class. Late students will receive ½ of the participation points awarded for
the day. Repeated tardy arrival to class will result in disciplinary
action. On speech days, out of courtesy for fellow students,
students arriving late will to
wait outside class door until
the speaker is finished with his or her speech.
Student Behavior –
Students are expected to respect the rights of fellow students and the
instructor. All students have the right
to a safe, productive, and uninterrupted learning environment. If students fail to show due respect to
instructor or fellow students by interrupting the learning process, using
inappropriate language or behavior, the Dean of Students will be
contacted. Students are responsible for
becoming aware of the Student
Procedures and Expectations: http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/ArtsHum/policy.html
Accessing Course Materials – Students are expected
to access and at times print course materials as instructed via the Internet
from course website, http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/ArtsHum/materials/Fall2004/SPCH.asp
Student
Ethics and Academic Authenticity –
Plagiarism and cheating undermine the learning process, destroy student
credibility and may result in a failing grade, expulsion from class, and/or the
college. In all cases, the Dean of Students will be contacted. It is your
responsibility to become familiar with BCC policies in the student handbook or
via the Arts and Humanities Division website at http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/ArtsHum/policy.html
a. Plagiarism
– Students who use the ideas and
theories of others, or other supporting materials to complete class assignments
are expected to give credit to the originator/author through proper citation of
sources and/or bibliographies. Failure to provide sources for assignments/speeches
or engaging in plagiarism will result in a zero for the speech or assignment.
These assignments cannot be made up.
b.
Cheating – Students who engage in cheating on assignments or quizzes will receive
a zero. Repetition of this behavior may result in suspension from the college.
Student Contacts &
Responsible Behavior - Students, whether present or not, are responsible for
all material presented in class, and absent students must obtain class
materials from classmates
- including handouts not posted to the website. It will be to your benefit to
develop a relationship with a reliable classmate who can fill you in on
lectures and materials.
Two classmates to contact
in case of absence:
Name Phone Email
1.
2.
Disabilities
- If you require accommodation based on a documented disability, have
emergency medical information to share, or need special arrangements in case of
emergency evacuation, please make an appointment with Disability Support
Services (DSS) and myself as soon as possible.
You may inquire about
DSS for students by calling 425-564-2498, TTY: (425) 564-4110 or in person at
the DSS office in B132. Fax: (425) 564-4138 (confidential fax line) You
may also contact DSS via E-mail: dss@bcc.ctc.edu and learn more from their website
http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/dss/
COURSE CONTENT SCHEDULE*
Ethical Public Speaking
Coping Effectively w/Public
Speaking Anxiety
Your
First Speech (Handout)
Week 2 Introductory
Speeches
10/04 Listening
and Critiquing Communication
Selecting
and Narrowing Your Topic
Week 3 Informative Speaking Assignment
10/11
Understanding
Your Audience
Supporting
Your Speech: Evidence & Research (Interviews)
9
Introductions
and Conclusions
Week 4 Internet Research Presentation
10/19
Week
5 Impromptu Speech Exercise
10/25
Research Formal Outlines Due
Informative Speeches 5 speeches per day
Week
6
11/01 Informative Speeches Continue
Week 7 Persuasive
Speaking Assignment
11/08
Research Prepare
outlines
Week
8
11/15 Research Internet
Research Presentation
Group Work Audience
Analysis
Formal Outlines Due Word Processed with Sources /
Presentation Rehearsals
Week 9
11/22 Persuasive Speeches Begin – 5 per day
Week 10
11/29 Persuasive Speeches Continue – 5 per
day
Research
Prepare outlines
Week 11
12/06 Class
Exercise
Self-Assessment/Reflection
Portfolio
Preparation
Student
Conferences
Week 12
12/15 Closing
Ceremony Special Occasion Speeches
*Course Content Schedule may be changed to
accommodate curriculum.