Voice and Diction

Catalog description

Speech is an important part of all human communication. This course is structured to give students the basic tools with which to verbally communicate in an effective manner on many levels and in many different venues. The course will focus on industry-standard vocal articulation and pronunciation, using the IPA (International Phonetics Alphabet) as an analytical tool. Emphasis will be placed upon identifying and addressing ineffective speech habits and regionalisms. The prime goal of the course is to move the student closer to creating a professional "voice", whether the student plans a career in communications or wishes work in other fields which require effective vocal communication.