This rhetoric-based course examines the concepts of speech 
communication via lecture, discussion, and practical experiences in 
public speaking, small group discussion and problem solving, and 
comprehensive and critical listening.  This is a speaking-intensive 
course, and participation may include original research, writing, 
and delivery of several types of formal speeches, panel discussions, 
and critical analysis and evaluation of other speakers.  Meets A.A. 
oral communications requirement. Please note that the textbook 
requirement varies between online, hybrid, and face-to-face 
formats.              
              
              

Global Learning Outcomes:
I. Critical Thinking: Students will evaluate the validity of their 
own and others’ ideas through questioning, analyzing, and 
synthesizing results into the creative process. 
II. Communication: Students will develop effective reading, writing, 
speaking and listening skills to communicate verbally and 
nonverbally on literal and figurative levels.     
VI. Social Skills: Students will develop and use skills and 
attitudes that integrate individuals into society. To that end, they 
will:
Major Learning Outcomes:
1.  Composition of public speeches including audience analysis, 
research, outlining, and practice.
2.  Public speaking delivery skills including:
    A.  Proper use of standard American English.
    B.  Correct articulation and pronunciation.
    C.  Correct volume and vocal intonations.
    D.  Correct emphasis and vocal variety.
    E.  Suitable and effective body language.
3.  Active listening skills through analysis of other student 
speeches and additional exercises in literal and critical listening.
4.  Knowledge of the speech communication process in class 
discussions, outlines, and tests.


              
              
              
              
              
              

1.  Students will demonstrate competency in critical thinking, 
communication, and social skills through various written and oral 
assignments.
2.  Upon completion of this course, students will be able to plan, 
structure, research, outline, and successfully deliver a speech to a 
particular audience by demonstrating improved physical and oral 
communication skills as measured by the written and spoken 
assignments.
3.  These assignments may include, but are not limited to individual 
speeches, groups discussions and/or presentations, written 
assignments, listening assignments, and tests.              
              
              

Evaluation of student progress towards achieving the stated learning 
outcomes and performance objectives is the responsibility of the 
instructor, within the policies of the college and the department.  
Detailed explanations are included in the expanded syllabus 
developed by the instructor for each section being taught.