Fall 2014
Instructor: Kurt Farschman
Section 73024
T 6:15pm-9:25pm
(909)594-5611 ex. 3094
kvfarschman@pasadena.edu
Course Description: In this class you will learn the principles and practices of public speaking,
speech composition, organization, audience analysis, and listening skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
Communication: Use language and non-verbal modes of expression appropriate to the
audience and purpose
Cognition: Use critical thinking skills to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas and information
Information Competency: Utilize research skills necessary to achieve educational, professional,
and personal objectives
Social Responsibility: Demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for others and participate actively
in group decision making
Personal Development Demonstrate self-management, maturity, and growth through practices
that promote physical, mental, emotional well-being
Text: The Art of Public Speaking by Steven E. Lucas 11th ed. Available at the bookstore. The
textbook is required.
Participation: Participation in this class is mandatory. Any unexcused absences
(undocumented) after one will result in a loss of ten points. Any unexcused tardies after two
will also result in a loss of ten points. If you do not think you can attend regularly, you might
want to consider taking another class.
Requirements/Grading: There will be five speeches in this class (Introduction Speech 3-5
minutes-15 points, Memorable Event Speech 3-5 minutes-35 points, Informative Speech 6-8
minutes, Impromptu Speech 3-5 minutes-30 points, Persuasive Speech-100 points). You will
given a handout before each speech which will describe the criteria for each speech. Some
general criteria are organization, delivery, content, sources, and time. There will be four tests in
this class each worth 50 points. The final 20 points is for attendance. The total
Is 500 points. You will be expected to do your speeches on the day scheduled. Failure to do so
will result in a loss of a letter grade regardless of the reason. Speeches more than one meeting
late cannot be made up unless under extreme circumstances that I have to be notified of and
would result in a loss of two letter grades. Also, tests must be taken on the day scheduled.
Personal activities such as vacations are not acceptable reasons for not taking a test.
450-500 points A
400-449 points B
350-399 points C
300-349 points D
Below 300 points F
Office Hours: My office hours are T/TH from 5:50pm-6:10pm V212. My mailbox is in CA 102 if
you want to drop something off.
Cheating/Plagiarism: Will not be tolerated. I follow the college’s policy on the subject.
Special Accommodations: If you need any special accommodations, let me know in advance.
Other policies:
No food or drink allowed in the class. That is the school’s policy and mine.
If you are late on speech day wait for the applause before coming in.
Everyone will be treated with respect even if you disagree with their opinions
You must bring your PCC ID with you if are attending an off campus site
Week to Week Syllabus
Sept 1- Introduction, Chapters 1, 2
Sept 8- Introduction speeches
Sept 15- Chapters 5, 9, 10, 11, 15
Sept 22- Memorable Event Speeches
Sept 29- Test 1
Oct 6- Library, Chapters 6, 8, 13
Oct 13- Chapters 3, 12
Oct 20- Mid-Term
Oct 27- Informative Speeches
Nov 3- Informative Speeches
Nov 10- Chapters 16, 17
Nov 17- Test 3
Nov 24- Impromptu Speeches
Dec 1- Persuasive Speeches
Dec 8- Persuasive Speeches
Dec 15- Final Exam