COMM 101

Catalog description

This course is a basic introduction to speech communication, emphasizing the practical skill of public speaking and critical listening. Civility and ethical speech-making are the foundations of this course. Students will practice techniques in researching, organizing, and delivering speeches in various contexts. Cultural conventions of speech, perceptions of others, verbal and nonverbal messages, and techniques of oral presentation and persuasion will be evaluated and practiced to enhance student success in typical public speaking situations.