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ENG314Arts2 Unitsintermediate

Public Speaking

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and techniques of public speaking. It aims to develop effective communication skills applicable in diverse social and academic contexts. Students will learn speech preparation techniques, including audience analysis, topic selection, and structuring content for persuasive delivery. The course also covers effective listening strategies and ethical considerations in public speaking, fostering confident and persuasive speakers.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Public SpeakingPersuasionCommunicationRhetoricListening

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Persuasion Theories

2

Audience Analysis

3

Speech Structuring

4

Delivery Techniques

5

Ethical Speaking

6

Effective Listening

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Public Relations Specialist

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Marketing Manager

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Communication Consultant

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Political Campaign Manager

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Journalist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

MarketingPoliticsEducationMediaCorporate Communication

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Persuasion

4h

Unit 1: Foundations of Persuasion

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Define persuasion, explore its historical context, and understand its role in public speaking.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise on relationship-based persuasion.

Unit 2: Theories of Persuasion

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explore theories of persuasion, including attitude change, learning, and consistency theories.
  • •Identify the components of verbal and nonverbal messages in persuasion.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Persuasion

4h

Unit 3: Introduction to Public Speaking

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Understand the oral tradition and its importance in public speaking.
  • •Assess the public speaking process and the role of confidence.

Unit 4: Analysing the Audience

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Learn to analyze audience demographics, psychographics, and cultural considerations.
  • •Develop questions for audience analysis.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to Persuasion

3h

Unit 5: Selecting a Topic and Purpose

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Learn steps to choose a speech topic, considering audience, knowledge, and timely topics.
  • •Determine the general and specific purposes of your speech.
Week
4

Module 2: Techniques of Persuasion

3h

Unit 1: Supporting your Ideas

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Identify forms of support for speech ideas, including examples, testimony, and statistics.
  • •Apply guidelines for using supporting materials effectively.
Week
5

Module 2: Techniques of Persuasion

3h

Unit 2: Organising your Material

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Understand the structure of a speech, including introduction, body, and conclusion.
  • •Learn to organize the body of a speech using chronological, spatial, and topical orders.
Week
6

Module 2: Techniques of Persuasion

3h

Unit 3: Preparing the Delivery

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Focus on verbal, vocal, and visual behaviors in speech delivery.
  • •Practice techniques for overcoming speech apprehension.
Week
7

Module 2: Techniques of Persuasion

3h

Unit 4: Persuasive Speeches

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Learn to develop persuasive speeches, considering attitudes, beliefs, and values.
  • •Apply persuasive strategies, including logos, pathos, and ethos.
Week
8

Module 3: Listening in the Public Speaking Context

2h

Unit 1: Hearing and Listening

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Differentiate between hearing and listening.
  • •Understand the importance of listening skills in public speaking.
Week
9

Module 3: Listening in the Public Speaking Context

3h

Unit 2: Types of Listening

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explore different types of listening, including discriminative, comprehension, and critical listening.
  • •Identify listening styles and their impact on communication.
Week
10

Module 3: Listening in the Public Speaking Context

3h

Unit 3: Hindrances to Effective Listening

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Identify physiological and psychological hindrances to effective listening.
  • •Learn strategies to overcome listening barriers.
Week
11

Module 3: Listening in the Public Speaking Context

3h

Unit 4: Techniques of Becoming a Better Listener

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Explore the stages of listening and techniques for becoming a better listener.
  • •Practice active listening skills.
Week
12

Module 3: Listening in the Public Speaking Context

3h

Unit 5: Listening in Persuasive Situations

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Focus on listening in persuasive situations.
  • •Understand the depth of listening and how to listen effectively.
Week
13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Practice speech delivery and listening skills.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed outlines for each unit, focusing on key concepts and examples

2

Practice delivering speeches, focusing on vocal variety and body language

3

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments

4

Create flashcards for key terms and theories

5

Practice active listening skills by summarizing lectures and speeches

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