SPC 2608
Public Speaking
Spring 2013
Section U06
Tuesday, Thursday
9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
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Florida International University
College of Architecture + The Arts
Communication Arts Department
Kate Montero
Office VH 204
305-348-4914
email: catmonte@fiu.edu
Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10-12:00
Tuesday and Thursday 11:30-1:00
and by appointment
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University Drop Date: March 18
Academic Calendar 2012-2013
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TEXT
Speaking Intelligently, Brown & Schriner
Kendall/Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 075750986X
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COURSE DESCRIPTION AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
The study of human speech is the study of ethics, practical philosophy and eloquent expression of the
human spirit. These are the elements of rhetoric and as such the course examines (1) rhetorical and
communication theories, (2) the history and causes of rhetoric, and (3) the ethical decisions that
rhetoricians face. In addition, the students in the course will put rhetoric into action through public
presentation and rhetorical analysis. This course will explore:
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How to analyze an audience
How to research a search
How to organize various types of presentations
How to prepare and use a speech outline
How to make and use appropriate visual aids
How to evaluate and critique presentations
How to deliver a speech in a conversational manner without memorizing or reading the
information
INSTRUCTOR EXPECTATIONS AND POLICIES
Attendance: Attendance is mandatory, and will count for 100 points of your total grade. (Each class
is worth approx. 3.5 points.) Attendance will be taken during the first five minutes.
Tardiness: Tardiness will not be tolerated. As in the workplace, you will be expected to arrive on
time and be prepared. Two tardies equal one absence. (Leaving class early is counted the same as a
tardy.)
Plagiarizing: Plagiarizing is a serious academic offense. If you are caught plagiarizing an assignment,
you will receive a 0 for the assignment and an official FIU written notice. Refer to the section on
plagiarism in the FIU Student Handbook.
COURSE GRADES
Grading:
Assignment
First Class Communication Activity
Speech Outlines/Rough Draft 2 @ 25 points
Speech Self Evaluations 3 @ 15 points
Introductory Speech
Informative Speech
Persuasive Speech
Special Occasion Speech
Oratorical Analysis
Exams 2 @ 100 points
Attendance
Total points
Points
5
50
45
50
100
100
50
75
200
100
775
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
This syllabus is a contract of understanding between professor and student. If the assignments and
grading system are not acceptable, then the student needs to negotiate a change by midnight Sunday
on the second week of class or accept the rules as written.
CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
This Code of Academic Integrity was adopted by the Student Government Association on November
28, 2001 and reflects the values articulated in the Student Code of Standards.
Florida International University is a community dedicated to generating and imparting knowledge
through excellent teaching and research, the rigorous and respectful exchange of ideas, and
community service. All students should respect the right of others to have an equitable opportunity
to learn and honestly to demonstrate the quality of their learning.
Therefore, all students are expected to adhere to a standard of academic conduct, which
demonstrates respect for themselves, their fellow students, and the educational mission of Florida
International University.
As a student of this university:
 I will be honest in my academic endeavors.
 I will not represent someone else's work as my own.
 I will not cheat, nor will I aid in another's cheating.
All students are deemed by the university to understand that if they are found responsible for
academic misconduct, they will be subject to the Code of Academic Integrity’s procedures and
sanctions, as outlined in the FIU Student Handbook. Students have the right to due process in all
disciplinary situations. For additional information concerning student rights and responsibilities,
please contact FIU’s Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.
Note: Intensive auditing of the course will be conducted to prevent academic misconduct.
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TURNITIN.COM, AND GRADEMARK
As described above, all written assignments must be submitted to Turnitin.com by the posted
deadline. Assignments submitted by any other means or after the deadline will not be evaluated.
The first week of this course you will be required to register with Turnitin.com. The Class ID and
Password will be posted on the course webpage Forum. If you have difficulties creating your
Turnitin.com account, please review the following video:
http://www.turnitin.com/static/videos/student_ppm.html
Once your assignment has been uploaded successfully to Turnitin.com, you will receive a
confirmation receipt. Please keep this confirmation number for future reference. Within a few hours,
your assignment will also be assigned an originality/similarity percentage. For further information
as to how the similarity/originality percentage is calculated and why it is important, please review
the following video:
http://www.turnitin.com/static/videos/or_vid.html
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Within two weeks after the assignment’s deadline has passed, you will receive written feedback on
your assignment. The written comments on your assignment are accessible using the GradeMark
function within Turnitin.com. If you do not know how to access the written comments using the
GradeMark function, please review pages 15-16 of the Turnitin.com Student Manual:
http://www.turnitin.com/static/pdf/tii_student_guide.pdf
RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
The University's policy on religious holy days as stated in the University Catalog and Student
Handbook will be followed in this class. Any student may request to be excused from an online class
to observe a religious holy day of his or her faith.
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DISABILITY NOTICE
I understand that there is Office of Disability Services available to me should I need it. It is my
responsibility to contact them to process my request to have my needs met. I need to follow their
procedures as to proper notification to the instructor.
FLORIDA INTERNATION UNIVERSITY
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
A University is a learning community following a tradition more than 1,000 years old. Florida
International University is such a community dedicated to generating and imparting knowledge
through excellent teaching and research, the rigorous and respectful exchange of ideas, and
community service. As a member of this community:
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I will respect the tradition of academic inquiry, the University’s rules of conduct, and its
mission.
I will respect the opinions and differences of all members of the FIU community.
I will practice civility and demonstrate conduct that reflects the values of the institution.
I will be diligent and honest in my personal and academic endeavors.
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The FIU Student Handbook outlines the Student Code of Conduct regarding students with disruptive
behavior: www.fiu.edu/~sccr/docs/disruptive_brochure.doc
Spring 2013 Course Schedule
*Failure to attend class on a scheduled speech day will result in a 0 for that
speech.
Week 1
1/8:
Course and Student Introductions
1/10:
Chapter 1: The Communication Process/Listening
Week 2
1/15:
Brainstorming Exercise (Introduction to Introductory Speeches)
Introduction to Outlining (pp. 196-199)
1/17:
In-Class Outlining Activity
Chapters 2 & 3: Delivery and Anxiety & Audience Analysis
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Week 3
1/22:
2-3 Minute Informal Introductory Speeches
1/24:
2-3 Minute Informal Introductory Speeches
HW Assignment Due 1/29: 1-2 Page (Typed) Introductory Speech Self-Evaluation Submit through
Blackboard
Week 4
1/29:
Chapter 5: Speaking to Inform (pp. 151-174)
1/31:
Organization Patterns/Outlining (In-Class Exercise)
HW Assignment Due 2/12: Informative Speech Rough Draft Outline
Week 5
2/5:
Connectors, Introducing and Concluding (pp. 179-192)
2/7:
Chapter 4: Visual Supporting Material
Week 6
2/12:
Sample Informative Speeches/Rhetorical Analysis
2/14:
4-6 Minute Informative Speeches
Week 7
2/19:
4-6 Minute Informative Speeches
2/21:
4-6 Minute Informative Speeches
Week 8
2/26:
4-6 Minute Informative Speeches
HW Assignment Due 2/28: 1-2 Page (Typed) Informative Speech Self-Evaluation Submit Through
Blackboard
2/28:
Midterm Exam
Week 9
3/5:
Principles of Persuasion (pp. 273-285)
3/7:
Analysis of Monroe’s Motivated Sequence
HW Assignment Due 3/21: Persuasive Speech Rough Draft Outline
Week 10 Spring Break 3/11-3/16
Week 11
3/19:
Monroe’s Motivated Sequence In-Class Exercise
3/21:
Sample Persuasive Speeches/Rhetorical Analysis
Week 12
3/26:
Speech Preparation Day
3/28:
5-7 Minute Persuasive Speeches
Assignment Due 4/11: 3-4 Page (Typed) Oratorical Analysis
Week 13
4/2:
5-7 Minute Persuasive Speeches
4/4:
5-7 Minute Persuasive Speeches
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Week 14
4/9:
5-7 Minute Persuasive Speeches
HW Assignment Due 4/11: 1-2 Page (Typed) Persuasive Speech Self-Evaluation Submit Through
Blackboard
4/11:
Chapter 7: Special Occasion Speeches
Week 15
4/16:
Speech Preparation Day
4/18:
Final Exam
Week 16 Finals Week 4/22-4/26
1-3 Minute Special Occasion Speeches
****This syllabus is tentative and subject to revision***
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