Speech
Fundamental theories and practices with particular reference to intrapersonal,
interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication.
SPCH 2000 Developing Speech Confidence 1 Credit
Techniques and practices for coping with apprehension about oral communications
or stage fright. Recommended for those who are currently enrolled in
SPCH 2100 and desire further work in dealing with readiness.
Principles and practices of the oral communication process, with a primary
emphasis on extemporaneous public speaking. Course will incorporate research
and planning, audience demographics, topic selection, small and large group
communication, listening, reasoning, and evaluation skills. Corequisite(s):
ENGL 1010
SPCH 2200 Interpersonal Communication 3 Credits
Process by which thoughts, feelings, and actions affect and are affected by
the face-to-face communication situation. Application of interpersonal skills in
group, family and work situations, including job interviewing. Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 0800
SPCH 2400 Business & Professional Speaking 3 Credits
Principles and practices of oral communication within business and civic
organizations, including public speaking, group decision-making through consensus
building and parliamentary procedure, how to interview for information,
and reflective listening. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101
Art of reading aloud; development of interpretative techniques—both individual
and group—and their application to selected passages of prose, poetry
and drama.
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