COMM C1000
Introduction - Public Speaking
Grossmont College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. Special attention will be given to learning how to prepare, organize and deliver a speech to a diverse audience, while demonstrating rhetorical sensitivity to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility. Additionally, students will employ effective verbal and nonverbal practices while delivering a speech and managing communication apprehension (speech anxiety). Furthermore, students will utilize presentation aids, enhanced listening skills and ethically obtain and present speech content. Formerly COMM 122. Not open to students with credit in COMM 122. (C-ID COMM 110) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-1B, CSU-A1, IGETC-1C, Cal-GETC-1C)
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
0002
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 21 235
- Instructor
- Arabo, T
0108
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Fr · 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268; Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Strothers, S
Section notes
There will be mandatory in-person meetings on the following dates: September 11th, October 9th, November 6th, and December 4th. Section 0108 is a hybrid course that will require both on-campus and online meetings. Scheduled meeting times are noted above. TBA/TBD = To be announced/determined and will be offered asynchronously (WEB). Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
0110
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 8:30 – 11:35 AM
- Meeting dates
- Oct 19 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 21 235
- Instructor
- Strothers, S
0884
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 8:00 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Noble, H
0886
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Fr · 9:00 AM – 12:05 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Kahlow, J
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0888
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Asante, G
0890
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Asante, G
0892
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Arabo, T
0894
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Schulmeyer, D
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0896
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Akua, R
0898
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Schulmeyer, D
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0900
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Staff
0902
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Stone, H
0906
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu · 6:30 – 9:35 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 31 109
- Instructor
- Gonzalez, M
0910
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Kahlow, J
Section notes
Section 0910 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0912
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Oct 17
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- McHan, M
Section notes
Section 0912 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0916
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Oct 17
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Kidwell, M
Section notes
Section 0916 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0918
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Lieberman, M
Section notes
Section 0918 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0924
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Kahlow, J
Section notes
Section 0924 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0930
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Kidwell, M
Section notes
Section 0930 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
0934
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Oct 19 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Staff
Section notes
Section 0934 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
0936
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Oct 19 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Jassick, A
Section notes
Section 0936 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
0938
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Oct 19 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- McHan, M
Section notes
Section 0938 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
0944
13 openSeats: 17/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 5:30 – 6:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Blackshire, L
1036
2 openSeats: 28/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Lieberman, M
Section notes
Section 1036 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
5054
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 8:00 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Noble, H
5055
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Lindholm, C
5056
10 openSeats: 20/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 8:30 – 11:35 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Oct 17
- Location
- Bldg 21 235
- Instructor
- Strothers, S
5057
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Wirig, K
Section notes
*LTC* Low Textbook Cost section: The total cost of books, textbooks, and/or other instructional resources for this course does not exceed $40.
5058
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Tuscany, R
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
5169
2 openSeats: 28/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Gueniot, J
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
5170
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- McHan, M
Section notes
Section 5170 is especially designed for students who feel they need the extra help in overcoming their fear of public speaking. *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
5172
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Opliger, R
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
5173
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 21 235
- Instructor
- Schulmeyer, D
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
5174
3 openSeats: 27/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 8:00 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Opliger, R
Section notes
Section 5174 is designed especially for students who feel the need for extra help in overcoming their fear of public speaking. *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6658
3 openSeats: 22/25 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 9:30 – 10:50 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Schulmeyer, D
Section notes
Section 6658 requires concurrent enrollment in ESL 122-3988, both sections are on-campus. For more information, please email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6659
2 openSeats: 28/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Jassick, A
Section notes
Section 6659 is especially designed for students who feel they need the extra help in overcoming their fear of public speaking.
6660
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Opliger, R
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6661
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Castellaw, J
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6664
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 8:00 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Gueniot, J
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6665
1 openSeats: 29/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Asante, G
6666
FullSeats: 30/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 12:30 – 1:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Gueniot, J
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6667
14 openSeats: 16/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Fr · 12:30 – 3:35 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Naea, M
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6668
2 openSeats: 28/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo We · 3:30 – 4:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Kidwell, M
6670
16 openSeats: 14/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Mo · 6:30 – 9:35 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 263
- Instructor
- Lieberman, M
Section notes
*ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
6671
11 openSeats: 19/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 2:00 – 3:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 31 110
- Instructor
- Stafford, S
6674
2 openSeats: 28/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Fr · 12:30 – 4:00 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268; Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Strothers, S
Section notes
There will be mandatory in-person meetings on the following dates: September 11th, October 9th, November 6th, and December 4th. Section 6674 is a hybrid course that will require both on-campus and online meetings. Scheduled meeting times are noted above. TBA/TBD = To be announced/determined and will be offered asynchronously (WEB). Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
6677
18 openSeats: 12/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 3:30 – 4:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Lindholm, C
6683
26 openSeats: 4/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu Th · 5:30 – 6:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268
- Instructor
- Lindholm, C
6684
26 openSeats: 4/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Tu · 6:30 – 9:35 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269
- Instructor
- Staff
6685
13 openSeats: 17/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Th · 3:30 – 6:20 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 269; Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Tuscany, R
Section notes
There will be mandatory in-person meetings on the following dates: September 3rd, October 8th, November 5th, and December 3rd. Section 6685 is a hybrid course that will require both on-campus and online meetings. Scheduled meeting times are noted above. TBA/TBD = To be announced/determined and will be offered asynchronously (WEB). Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] *ZTC* Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.
7066
9 openSeats: 21/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM- Days & times
- Fr · 4:30 – 8:30 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 21
- Location
- Bldg 24 268; Distance Education/Online WEB
- Instructor
- Strothers, S
Section notes
There will be mandatory in-person meetings on the following dates: September 11th, October 9th, November 6th, and December 4th. Section 7066 is a hybrid course that will require both on-campus and online meetings. Scheduled meeting times are noted above. TBA/TBD = To be announced/determined and will be offered asynchronously (WEB). Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]