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JLS726Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Speech Writing

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of speech writing. It explores various types of speeches, including expository, analytical, persuasive, and technical speeches. The course also covers essential elements of effective speech writing, such as logic, language, and style. Students will analyze selected speeches and develop practical speech writing skills, preparing them for communication roles in journalism and related fields.

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150h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Speech WritingCommunicationRhetoricPublic SpeakingJournalism

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

Introduction to Speech Writing

2

Types of Speech

3

Steps towards Quality Speech Writing

4

Logic in Speech Writing

5

Language in Speech Writing

6

Style in Speech Writing

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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Speech Writer

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Public Relations Officer

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Journalist

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Communication Specialist

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Political Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

MediaPoliticsPublic RelationsCorporate CommunicationsEducation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Speech Writing

2h

Unit 1: What Speech is, Its Importance and Why it Needs to be Written

2 study hours
  • •Define speech, its importance, and reasons for writing it.
  • •Identify different forms of speech.
  • •Discuss the importance of speech in various contexts.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Speech Writing

2h

Unit 2: The Communication Process

2 study hours
  • •Define communication and its key components.
  • •Explain the Shannon and Weaver model of communication.
  • •Discuss the Berlo model, ABX/Co-orientation model, and Lasswell model.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to Speech Writing

2h

Unit 3: The Historical Context of Speech Writing

2 study hours
  • •Explain the historical development of speech writing.
  • •Discuss the contributions of Greeks and Romans to speech making.
  • •Trace the invention of printing and its impact on speech writing.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction to Speech Writing

2h

Unit 4: Basic Principles of Speech Writing

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the principles applicable to speech making and speech writing.
  • •Explain ethical responsibilities in speech writing.
  • •Identify principles specific to speech writing.
Week
5

Module 2: Types of Speech

2h

Unit 1: Expository/Informative Speech

2 study hours
  • •Define expository/informative speech and its main objective.
  • •Learn how to write an expository/informative speech.
  • •Analyze sample speeches.
Week
6

Module 2: Types of Speech

2h

Unit 2: Analytical Speech

2 study hours
  • •Define analytical speech and its main objective.
  • •Learn how to write an analytical speech.
  • •Analyze sample speeches.
Week
7

Module 2: Types of Speech

2h

Unit 3: Persuasive Speech

2 study hours
  • •Define persuasive speech and its main objective.
  • •Learn how to write a persuasive speech.
  • •Analyze sample speeches.
Week
8

Module 2: Types of Speech

2h

Unit 4: Technical Speech

2 study hours
  • •Define technical speech and its main objective.
  • •Learn how to write a technical speech.
  • •Analyze sample speeches.
Week
9

Module 2: Types of Speech

2h

Unit 5: Other Types of Speech

2 study hours
  • •Identify and explain other types of speeches.
  • •Learn how to write various types of speeches.
  • •Analyze sample speeches.
Week
10

Module 3: Steps towards Quality Speech Writing 1

2h

Unit 1: Choosing the Topic

2 study hours
  • •Explain how to choose an appropriate topic for a speech.
  • •Select a good topic for your written speech.
Week
11

Module 3: Steps towards Quality Speech Writing 1

2h

Unit 2: Analysing the Audience

2 study hours
  • •Explain how to analyze the audience for a speech.
  • •Analyze the audience of your written speech.
Week
12

Module 3: Steps towards Quality Speech Writing 1

2h

Unit 3: Sourcing for Information

2 study hours
  • •Explain how to source information for a written speech.
  • •Source information for your written speech.
Week
13

Module 3: Steps towards Quality Speech Writing 1

2h

Unit 4: Outlining and Organising the Speech Contents

2 study hours
  • •Explain how to outline and organize information for speech writing.
  • •Outline and organize information for your speech writing.

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 outlines for different speech types (expository, persuasive, etc.)

2

Practice writing speeches on various topics to improve fluency

3

Review grammar and punctuation rules from Units 2-4

4

Analyze sample speeches from Module 5 to identify effective techniques

5

Focus on understanding the audience and tailoring your message accordingly

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