Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors

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. This course emphasizes the importance of audience engagement and ethical considerations in public speaking. Students will develop their skills through hands-on activities that involve crafting speeches and utilizing effective presentation aids. They will also explore the role of critical listening and credibility in communication, preparing them to deliver impactful messages across different contexts. This honors course emphasizes the importance of audience engagement and ethical considerations in public speaking. Students will develop their skills through hands-on activities that involve crafting speeches and utilizing effective presentation aids. They will also explore the role of critical listening and credibility in communication, preparing them to deliver impactful messages across different contexts. The honors course provides advanced students with an enriched experience through activities that allow them to apply their in-depth examination of speeches, academic research, higher-level critical thinking skills, and create high-quality individual and group projects.