Public Speaking

Laramie County Community College
COMM 2010 - 500
C. Stratton
Laramie County Community College
Students develop foundational verbal, digital, and written communication skills in this introductory public speaking course. Students practice skills to effectively construct, write, organize, deliver, and critique speeches in a variety of public communication contexts and speaking formats. Students focus on the speech development and the preparation process which includes: analyzing the audience, developing the thesis and main ideas/arguments, researching supporting evidence, applying appropriate writing strategies, organizing and outlining, evaluating and revising speech drafts, using appropriate language, vocal delivery and nonverbal behavior in speech performance, listening, critically thinking and reflecting on the speech and writing process, creating digital messages and exploring digital communication technologies. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1010.

Spring 2024
10/31/2023 - 01/15/2024
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Online - Asynchronous Online Class
Delivered completely online over the Internet without face-to-face meeting requirements or required meeting times from the instructor. Access to course materials will require login. (ASYNCHRONOUS)


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