Persuasive Communication

Catalog description

Introduces public speaking and helps students develop confidence in public speaking through the presentation of persuasive speeches. The course combines public speaking and persuasive theory. Students develop and present speeches of increasing complexity, including speeches of introduction, speeches to teach, speeches to get an action, and speeches to change attitudes. Various delivery styles (impromptu, extemporaneous and manuscript) are highlighted. We address gender, culture, neurodiversity, and ethics of communication. Primarily for seniors. Limited to 15. Instructor's permission required. No permission will be given during pre-registration; interested students should sign up well in advance on the TAPS 0220 waitlist (application form is at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWavq-L_fukiByIGrPFdVpzCzLXCfjFiD9K7l7MMjaFbwl6Q/viewform?usp=sf_link) and attend the first day of class. Fall semester is in-person only. Spring semester is offered online only. The waitlist process does not apply to students registering for the Summer term. Attendance is mandatory.