COM 450 - Advanced Public Speaking

Description:
Preparation and delivery of specialized forms of public address. Writing speeches for others, advanced forms of style and support, and speeches for special occasions.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: COM 250.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Apply advanced principles of speech construction and delivery.
Select and perform specialized forms of public speaking such as speeches of introduction, acceptance, nomination, etc.
Adapt to the problems of constructing speeches for others and write such speeches.
Deliver powerful and persuasive speeches that use careful word choice, unity of ideas, and an expanded conversational tone. This includes delivery that has an effective sense of timing, effective emotion, and is pleasing visually.
Develop speaking repertoire, select the best speaking style to meet the situation, and improve the skill to implement that style.
Evaluate their own speaking effectiveness and learn from experience.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/5/21

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: EllensburgSpring Locations: Ellensburg