Speech II SPCH 1010 Syllabus
NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS OUTLINE
I. CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Course Number: SPCH 1110
Course Name: Public Speaking
Pre-Requisites/Co-Requisites: None
Description: This course will assist the student to master the skills required of speaking in today's workplace. It will focus on the organization, preparation, research, and evidence needed for a presentation that is tailored to fit the audience. The course will enhance the student's listening skills which will assist them in everyday situations.
Credit/Contact Hour Designation
Credits _3__ lecture_45__ lab_0__ clinical/practicum_0__ coop_0__
Term Fall 2013
II. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Course will
1. Acquaint students with knowledge of the communication process.
2. Have students identify and perform skills necessary for selected types of public speeches.
3. Provide students with knowledge of the importance of effective language, voice, gestures and presentational aids in public speaking.
4. Have students demonstrate, research for a variety of speeches.
5. Incorporate information from outside source(s) ethically, effectively, and appropriately.
6. Have students respond critically to questions raised by readings and speeches.
7. Have students listen to, analyze, and evaluate various types of speeches within their cultural context.
8. Provide tools for students to make a difference in a variety of communication settings.
This course fulfills a General Education requirement in Communication for the AA, AS, AA, and ADN degrees. One goal of the course will be to practice and develop effective communication skills. Students will effectively articulate ideas through oral and written forms of expression. They will deliver a purposeful message with appropriate physical presence and vocal variety, and they will write with a sense of purpose, organization, and mechanical correctness. Progress in this area will be assessed with the following graded assignments: written outline assignments, presentations, communication assessments, embedded test questions, etc.
III. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: Student will be able to
1. Describe and explain the basic speech communication models.
2. Define the role of the public speaker in relationship to the audience, the content of the speech
and the purpose of the speech.
3. Describe and participate in the process of preparing and presenting speeches.
4. Differentiate between and apply as appropriate for the speaking situation the various delivery
methods: speaking extemporaneously (i.e. prepared and practiced in advance), speaking impromptu (i.e. spontaneously without preparation or notes), reading from a manuscript, and reciting from memory.
5. Prepare a preparation outline and/or speaking outline including a reference list using APA or
MLA citation style.
6. Cite sources orally when delivering the speech.
7. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability with the available technology in the public speaking
context.
8. Demonstrate the appropriate use of presentational aids while speaking.
9. Apply listening skills that assist the communication process.
10. Critically evaluate the public discourse of others with awareness of cultural context.
11. Demonstrate professionalism and tolerance for opposing viewpoints.
IV. COURSE CONTENT/TOPICAL OUTLINE
The course content/topical outline establishes an overview of the information to be covered and the recommended sequence of the instruction.
In writing the Content Outline,
• use the following outline form:
A. (topic)
1. (sub-topic);
• topics should be in a noun or gerund form;
• keep subtopics to a minimum; and
• when possible, align topics and ordering with the ordering of the course objectives and subsequent student learning outcomes.
Objects of Study This Semester
1. Basic Communication Principles.
2. Topic Selection and Audience Analysis
3. Arts of Expression and Listening
4. Organizational Structure
5. Using Visual Aids
6. Delivery Aids and Pitfalls
7. Informative Speaking
8. Persuasive Speaking
9. Finding and Using Sources/Support Material
10. Using Academic Citation
11. Evaluation Techniques
12. Varieties of Speaking Occasions
13. Dynamics of Group Work
14. 3 Bag Speech
15. Memorized Self Speech
16. Community Contest Speech
17. One group project with Movie Make Project with a Place Based Theme
18. One Solo project with Movie Maker
19. Serious or Humorous Prose
20. Single Poem Memorized
21. Three Poem Speech
22. Famous Speech Evaluation Paper
23. Interview Speech
24. Independent Speech Project- For this project try to prepare a speech that will work in a setting such as FFA, FCCLA, American Legion Oratorical or Other
Students will have the opportunity to participate in speech contests.
TENTATIVE SEMESTER SCHEDULE AND ASSIGNMENTS:
Speech to Perform Textbook Chapter
Week 1: Three Bag Speech Chapter 1
Week 2 and Self Speech Chapter 2
Week 3 First Try Memorized Poem Chapter 3
Week 4 Three Poem with Transitions Chapter 4
Week 5 Community Contest Speech Chapter 5
Week 6 Poster Unit Chapter 6
Week 7 Informative Chapter 7
Week 8 Second Try Memorized Poem Chapter 8
Week 9 Impromptu Chapter 9
Week 10 Group Movie Maker Project with Chapter 10
Place Based Theme Chapter 11
Week 11 Work Week Chapter 12
Week 12 Persuasive Chapter 13
Week 13 Work Week Chapter 14
Week 14 Humorous or Serious Prose Chapter 15
Week 15 Solo Project with Movie Maker Chapter 17
Week 16 Major Researched Speech and Interview Speech Chapter 18
Week 17: Famous Speech Evaluation
Third Try Memorized Poem
Week 18: Independent Speech Project Semester Test and Evaluation
DAILY SCHEDULE: (Hour and a half class time)
Cover Textbook Content
Daily Speech Warm-up
Give Speeches as needed
Speech Check in, Writing Time, or Time to Peer Practice
V. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:
Title: Public Speaking: An Audience-Centered Approach.
Author: Beebe & Beebe.
Publisher: Allyn and Bacon
Year: 2009
Title: Concise Public Speaking Handbook.
Author: Beebe & Beebe.
Publisher: Pearson Education.
B. Supplemental texts
A college-level citation handbook or public speaking guide that includes academic level citation documentation APA and/or MLA styles must be readily available for student use. Online citation sources are acceptable. The style formats provided with the textbook or textbook supplemental sources are acceptable.
Title: Quick Access Reference For Writers.
Author: Beebe & Beebe.
Publisher: Prentice Hall.
VI. METHOD OF PRESENTATION
1. Technology enhanced lecture
2. Classroom discussions
3. Interactive group activities
4. Audio visual materials
5. Presentations by experts
VII. METHOD OF EVALUATION
This course is structured to promote communication. You will learn through practice as a public speaker. The class will be taught using a variety of teaching methods including: lectures, small and large discussion groups, collaborative projects, guest speakers, research, peer response and evaluation, journals, essays, conferences, computer-assisted instruction, interactive/creative methods, multi-media field.
1. Attendance and participation
2. Daily assignments
3. Written exams and/or quizzes
4. Performance and observational assessment
Note that Northeast follows the Plus Scale (e.g. A+, A, B+, B, etc.)
Grades will be determined according to the following grading scale:
95 – 100 A+ 70 – 74 C
90 – 94 A 65 – 69 D+
85 – 89 B+ 60 – 64 D
80 – 84 B Below 60 F
75 – 79 C+
Grading: Public speaking is difficult; something made easier by continued practice. Therefore, you are expected to participate fully in all activities and projects, whether individual or group. You are also expected to present your performance on the day assigned. Failing to do so will result in an automatic 50% deduction from your grade. Self- and peer-evaluations will also be a component of this course. Plagiarism of speeches will not be tolerated! Doing so will result in a zero for the assignment and no option to redo. If a students is caught cheating on an assignment they will get a zero and then redo the assignment for a maximum of 50%.
Your final grade will be figured using the following
40% Solo Speeches
20% Group Projects
15% Daily Projects
25% Tests
Extra Credit: There will be opportunities for extra credit. All assignments must be completed to do extra credit.
VIII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Deliver a minimum of one formal informative speech.
2. Deliver a minimum of one formal persuasive speech.
3. Deliver a minimum of one major researched presentation according to instructor’s preference (examples may include: informative, persuasive, entertainment, debate, group presentation, partner presentation, etc.)
4. Additional minor presentation types to include practice speeches, impromptu speeches, panel/group speeches, and manuscript speeches determined by instructor.
Requirements for the Major Speeches
1. A typed, full content outline and reference page will be handed in the day of your speech. Along with the hardcopy, each outline and reference page must also be submitted on a disk.
2. Use and verbal citation of three (event/place speech), four (speech of definition), and six (persuasive) sources per speech.
3. Peer evaluations will be completed in class.
4. For each presentation, you may use three notecards.
5. Time limits will be set for each presentation. Points will be deducted for being under or going over time.
6. One visual aid will be required for the first two speeches. Each visual aid will be graded on an ACF scale. If you do not meet the visual aid requirement, you will receive an F. If you have a visual aid, but it does not meet the guidelines we will discuss, you will receive a C. If you meet the visual aid requirement and follow the guidelines, you will receive an A.
7. An interview or survey must be completed for the persuasive speech. Again, this will be graded on an ACF scale.
8. I must OK your topic ahead of time.
Requirements for Minor Speeches
1. Two special occasion speeches will also be given in class. Very limited preparation may be required.
2. A one-minute minimum time limit will be set for each special occasion speech.
3. No sources will be required for these minor speeches.
B. Other requirements as determined by instructor/college:
CLASS INFORMATION:
Class Rules:
1. Bring all materials with you: notebook, portfolio, writing utensil, etc.
2. Exercise RESPECT: for the material, facility, others, and the instructor. Do not exclude, make fun of people, or use put down.
3. Be considerate. During class be a considerate speaker as well as a member of the audience. This includes your topic selection, language, and content. A speech that puts dugs, alcohol, sex, racism and other related topics in a humorous light will be given a zero. Show support to all class members.
4. Be prepared. Have your work done on time and be prepared to speak on your presentation date.
Read all the chapters as assigned. Lectures may NOT mirror the assigned readings so it is up to YOU to complete course reading within the recommended time frame. You will be tested over all readings.
Please clean up after yourselves. Many students will use the classroom during the day put things neatly away when you are done with them. If an item is running low please inform the teacher.
Tardies: The first unexcused tardy is a verbal warning; the second tardy will result in time after school; and the third or more will be points off your participation grade.
Passes: Hall passes are privileges and are only to be used in emergency situations. Please take care of restroom and drink breaks during passing time. Passes will not be signed the first and last 10 minutes of class, during student presentations, in lecture situations or while I am involved in individual instruction. Before you ask me to sign a pass, please write the destination, my room number, and the time.
Portfolio: Students are expected to keep a portfolio for this course. This should consist of a three-ring binder that accompanies the student at all times. This will contain class notes, handouts, speeches and critiques; the safest bet is to keep EVERYTHING. It will help you on the semester test and other assignments.
Makeup/Late Work: You are responsible for gathering any missed lecture notes or handouts, as well as scheduling a time to make up quizzes, tests or performances. All work must be made up within two school days for each day missed or the student will receive zero (0) points for that assignment. Late homework will only be accepted the following day with a 50% deduction for tardiness off the grade. In-class work or activities are due during that period without exception. Students gone on school related activities should try to hand in work ahead of time or make an arrangement with the teacher.
II. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Describe and explain the basic speech communication models.
2. Define the role of the public speaker in relationship to the audience, the content of the speech, and the purpose of the speech.
3. Describe and participate in the process of preparing and presenting speeches.
4. Differentiate between and apply as appropriate for the speaking situation the various delivery methods: speaking extemporaneously (i.e. prepared and practiced in advance), speaking impromptu (i.e. spontaneously without preparation or notes), reading from a manuscript, and reciting from memory.
5. Prepare a preparation outline and/or speaking outline including a reference list using APA or MLA citation style.
6. Cite sources orally when delivering the speech.
7. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability with the available technology in the public speaking context.
8. Demonstrate the appropriate use of presentational aids while speaking.
9. Apply listening skills that assist the communication process.
10. Critically evaluate the public discourse of others with awareness of cultural context.
11. Demonstrate professionalism and tolerance for opposing viewpoints.
IX. SUPPORT SERVICES
Library information
The Northeast Community College Library Resource Center provides students with tools to conduct scholarly research and increase knowledge. Through the library’s subscription databases, students have access to millions of current and credible resources not available through Google, Yahoo, and other search engines. Links to online databases and the library’s online catalog can be found at http://www.northeast.edu/Library-Resources/. Students who would like assistance in utilizing the library’s resources are encouraged to contact the library for further information and personal service at 402-844-7131 or email marylouise@northeast.edu.
Remember to use our own Burwell High School Library!
X. INSTRUCTOR NAME AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Teacher: Miss Candace Cain
Work Email: ccain@esu10.org
Work Phone 308-346-4150
Home Email: candycandycain@hotmail.com
Home Phone: 308-346-5508
Office: Room 108
Office Hours: 7:30am-8:00am, 4th Period, and Encore
I hope that this will be a fun and educational class for you all. This class will cover a variety of aspects that relate to oral communications. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you be successful in this class.
SYLLABUS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
COURSE NAME: ______ SPCH 1110___________________
INSTRUCTOR: ________Cain___________________
I have received the course syllabus and have had the opportunity to have questions concerning the syllabus answered by the instructor.
I understand that during the course of semester, some of my work (homework, group work, tests, quizzes, or papers) may be copied for assessment purposes, and that the information obtained will be confidential. As a student of this course, I understand that if I need further clarification of the class expectations and grading policy, or assessment, I am free to ask the instructor throughout the semester.
I will abide by the syllabus as a student in this course.
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