SPEECH 102-Public Speaking
Fall Semester 2013
Instructor: Mrs. Jacqueline Slama
Prep:
1st
Hour 8:19 – 9:08 in the
3rd
floor lounge
with
Professor Sachi Sekimoto, MSU,M Professor
Phone: School phone – 726-2110 x3140 Home phone – 726-2256
Email: jslama@isd2071.k12.mn.us
Course web page (for additional course and assignment information):
https://d2l.mnsu.edu/
Required Materials: A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking by O’Hair, Rubenstein and Stewart
Course Description: Public Speaking is an introductory course in the theory and practice of public speaking, with the
emphasis on the speaker-audience relationship. Skills include analyzing the speaking situation, choosing appropriate
topics, conducting research, organizing ideas, utilizing evidence, delivering speeches effectively, and developing the
ability to critically listen.
Overall Course Objectives, Concepts and Theories:
know and understand the basic elements of audience analysis
know and understand what informative and persuasive speeches are and how they differ
know and understand the different patterns of organization and identify when they should be used
know the forms of reasoning and fallacies
know the elements of introductions and conclusions
know and understand transitions and signposts, and their importance
know about the different delivery methods, and when to use them
know and understand the nonverbal aspects of delivery
know and understand the social, ethical, and legal responsibilities of public speakers
value being a good listener
know and understand Aristotle’s theory of proof (ethos, pathos and logos)
know Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
know Monroes’ Motivated Sequence
Student Outcomes fulfilled by course assignments:
use appropriate techniques to control speech apprehension
give an extemporaneous speech
give an informative speech
prepare and present a persuasive speech
prepare speech outlines
find speech support materials in the library as well as on the internet
cite sources in speeches
correctly use statistics and testimony
use clear and appropriate language for effective public speaking
control body, voice and face in speaking situations
strategically organize speeches with effective introductions, body, conclusions, and appropriate signposts
analyze and use evidence
present speeches within given time limits
comprehend and critique another speaker
construct and effectively use visual aids
I.
Assignments
There will be 6 speeches required for this course equaling 430 points. At least one must require the use of a visual
aid (preferably PowerPoint or other kind of multimedia/technology).
1) Introductory Q&A; an informative presentation designed to familiarize classmates. 30 pts.
2) Organization: 6-8minutes; designed to inform audience on a topic of mutual interest. 50 pts.
3) Impromptu: 3-5 minutes; designed to improve and build up minimal preparation ideas. 50 points
4) Delivery: 6-8 minutes; designed to improve and build on Informative #1. 50 pts.
5) Evidence/Extemporaneous: 6-8 minutes; designed strengthen the use of evidence in the speech. 100 pts.
6) Final: 8-10 minutes; a persuasion of policy speech. 150 pts.
II.
Quizzes and Exams on textbook and classroom content.
There will be 4 quizzes equaling 225 points over the course of the semester.
III.
Speech outlines/plans, including bibliographies.
All outlines and bibliographies are required to be in APA format.
IV.
Written Speech Critiques
Evaluation Paper—a 3-5 page evaluation paper on one speech presented by someone else in the class. 25 pts.
V.
Essays
You will have at least one essay during the course of the semester.
GRADING PHILOSOPHY:
"A": clearly outstanding work well beyond requirements put forth for each assignment. An "A" is NOT "satisfactory" work
or even "better-than-satisfactory" work that is completed on time or grammatically and syntactically correct. An "A" is
exceptional work—insightful, compelling, and extra-ordinary.
"B": excellent work exceeding the requirements put forth for each assignment. A "B" is "better-than-satisfactory" work
completed on time and clear of grammatical and syntactical errors.
"C": satisfies the basic requirements put forth for each assignment. A "C" is completed on time and generally clear of
grammatical and syntactical errors.
"D": does NOT satisfy the basic requirements put forth for each assignment. A "D" is completed on time, but is generally
NOT clear of grammatical and syntactical errors. A "D" is a "barely-passing" grade.
"F": does NOT satisfy the basic requirements put forth for each assignments, is generally turned in late (although an "F"
may be given to work turned in on time), and is riddled with grammatical and syntactical inconsistencies. An "F"
constitutes little effort on the part of the student(s).
NOTES:
1) You are responsible for the decisions you make.
2) Attendance is required of ALL class members on ALL speaking days. You will learn to be a critical evaluator and
effective speaker.
3) All speeches must be given to pass this class.
4) Failure to meet a deadline will result in a score no better than a “C” for that assignment (i.e., an “A” now equals a “C”; a
“B” is a “D”; and a “C” or “D” is an “F”).
Every attempt will be made to accommodate qualified students with disabilities. If you are a student with a documented disability,
please see me as early in the semester as possible to discuss necessary accommodations and/or contact the Disability Services Office
at (507) 389-2825 (v) or 1-800-627-3529 (MRS/TTY). This document is available in alternative format by calling (507) 389-2213 (v), or
1-800-627-3529 (MRS/TTY).