TCC – COURSE SYLLABUS
FALL 2014
Instructor: Michael Nolte, M. Ed.
SPE 1113, Section 403
Call #13894
Wednesday
6:00pm-8: 50 pm
Speech Communication I
Contact Information
Evening Operations
Phone: 595-8060
Office: I-106
Liberal Arts Division, West Campus
Division Associate Dean: Dr. Karen Harmon
Phone: 595-8079
Office: L-144
COURSE PREREQUISTE
None
TEXTBOOK AND OTHER MATERIALS
The Art of Public Speaking, 11th Edition, by Stephan E. Lucas, pub. Random House
One Package of 3x5 or 5x7 index cards
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Speech Comm. I is an introductory course in oral communication. Emphasis is on
improving communication skills. Special attention is given to the anatomy of the
communication process, organizational skills, evidence and persuasion. Required for
B.A. and B.S. degrees in most professional majors; i.e., Business, Law, Education,
Medicine, Engineering etc. Lecture 3 hours. No laboratory.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT
The General Education Goals are designed to ensure that graduates of Tulsa Community
College have the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to carry them successfully through their
work and their personal lives. General Education Goals relevant to this course include
Critical Thinking and Effective Communication.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objectives for Speech Communication 1113 are as follows:
1.
To identify the presence of anxiety in speaking situations and modify/decrease this
behavior.
2.
To identify the elements of the speech communication process and to incorporate these
elements into effective communication experiences.
3.
To increase/improve effective listening skills.
4.
To organize clear, cohesive and coherent thoughts in both formal and informal
speaking and writing situations.
5.
To master the basics of research and course validity.
6.
To select and adapt information to various speaking situations.
7.
To participate voluntarily and effectively within the dynamics of group discussion.
8.
To recognize valid and debatable topics of discussion.
9.
To develop effective speaking habits which produce adequate articulation skills.
TEACHING METHODS
Lecture, videotape, in-class discussion supplemented with films and use of the CD-ROM
will be the methods used for this class.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES
Students will receive their grades from performance on theory examinations, performance
on speaking assignments and other class activities.
The theory exams are objective with the possibility of short answer essay. The questions
will pertain to the assigned textbook, research assignments and in-class
activities/discussions.
The speaking assignments will be assessed with a standard form.
Other class activities may include in-class discussions, debates and questions at the end of
the chapters from the text.
GRADING SYSTEM
Each assignment has a predetermined point value. Students have the opportunity to track
their grade with the following grade scale.
ASSIGNMENTS
Self-Introduction Speech (1-2 minutes)
Informative Speech (6-8 minutes)
Persuasive Speech (6-8 minutes)
Impromptu Speech (2-3 minutes)
Object Speech
Current Issue Speech (4-6 minutes)
Final Speech (8-10 minutes)
Persuasive paper
Mid-Term Exam
Final Exam
Other Class Assignments
Grade “A”
Grade “B”
Grade “C”
Grade “D”
Grade “F”
1080-1200 points
960-1079 points
840-959 points
720-839 points
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50 points
150 points
150 points
50 points
50 points
100 points
150 points
100 points
100 points
100 points
200 points
Total =1200 points
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80%-89%
70%-79%
60%-69%
<59%
Other Class Assignments: Other class assignments may consist of quizzes, debates and written
oral exercises. The class activities will be combined into one grade.
CLASS POLICIES
ATTENDANCE: Attendance is vital the each student’s success in SPE 1113. This class is
performance based and participation in every class period is crucial for each student’s academic
development. There will no breaks for smoking as TCC is now a tobacco free campus.
MISSED/LATE WORK: Missed/Late work may/may not be turned in at the discretion of the
instructor. If the student is allowed to complete missed/late work the following will apply, 1.
An automatic reduction of 10% for all late work with exception to speeches. 2. Speeches
may/may not be made up at the discretion of the instructor. If a speech is allowed to be made up
then the following will apply: a deduction of 20% of the grade taken for that speech (i.e., student
gives his/her speech, receives his/her grade and then a 20% deduction concurs). We may not have
enough time at the end of the semester for make up speeches. Also, if make up speeches are
allowed only one speech can be made up.
ORAL WORK: You will know in advance the day for which you are scheduled to give your
speech.
WRITTEN WORK: All written work must be typed, double-spaced and on standard white
paper. Handwritten material will not be accepted. Written work is expected to meet the same
standards of excellence demanded by any English composition course.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY/PLAGIARISM: Intellectual dishonesty will not be tolerated.
For a complete explanation and possible repercussions for such acts see the TCC handbook.
DISABILITIES: It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create inclusive
learning environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available.
To request accommodations, contact the Education Access Center (EAC) at eac@tulsacc.edu or
call (918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard of hearing students may text (918) 809-1864. Any
student with a documented disability and requiring special has the option to meet with the
instructor immediately following class.
TARDINESS: Classes will begin at the scheduled time. If you are late, enter quietly. If you
are tardy when others are giving speeches please wait outside until the speaker is finished. If a
student is tardy numerous times, the instructor will address this.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT: Conducting private conversation during class time is prohibited.
It is assumed that each student is here to spend time wisely. All students should turn the ringer on
their cell phone off. No cell phone usage during class. Also, being absent from any class period
will not excuse the student from any past or present work. It is the responsibility of each student
to have his/her work prepared for each class, regardless of lack of attendance.
WITHDRAWAL: To withdraw from this class the student should initiate an official
withdrawal. Non-attendance does not initiate an official withdrawal and will result in the grade of
“F”. Students should check the add/drop schedule for the semester.
OFFICE HOURS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT
Assignment Sheet
Assignments are due on the dates listed below. Due to the dynamic nature of in-class activities
test material may come from these interactions and may not be covered by the textbook. The
following assignment sheet is not a substitute for the student to miss class and be able to complete
the assigned work. The assignment sheet is a guideline that will allow each student the
opportunity to prepare for class before the actual meeting. Therefore, attendance is of the highest
importance for each student to be successful in this class.
August 20
1.
2.
3.
4.
Discuss syllabus
Discuss research methods
Student Introduction Questionnaire
Self-Introduction Speech
August 27
1.
2.
3.
Read Chapters 5, 9 & 15 and be prepared to discuss in class
Discuss guidelines and research methods for Informative Speech
Video
September 3
1.
2.
3.
4.
Read Chapter 11 and Appendix A and be prepared to discuss in class
Turn in Review Questions and #1 on Exercises for Critical Thinking from Chapter 10.
Have 2-3 possible topics for Informative Speech (decision will be made in class to which
topic student will present).
Begin rough outline and body of speech
September 10
1.
2.
Read Chapters 7 & 8 and be prepared to discuss in class
Instructor evaluation of outline and body of speech.
September 17
INFORMATIVE SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
October 1
1.
2.
Read Chapter 16 and be prepared to discuss in class.
Turn in Review Questions for chapter15.
October 8
1.
2.
Read Chapter 17 and be prepared to discuss in class.
Turn in Review Questions for Chapter 16.
October 15
1.
2.
Persuasive Paper assignment
In-class work on assignment
October 22
PERSUASIVE SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
November 5
CURRENT ISSUE SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
November 12
MIDTERM
November 19
IMPROMPTU SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
November 26
OBJECT SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
December 3
FINAL SPEECHES WILL BE GIVEN
December 10
FINAL EXAM