COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 Heartland Community College Division: Humanities and Fine Arts COURSE PREFIX & NUMBER: COMM 101 COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Speech DATE PREPARED: June 2014 DATE REVISED: August 2014 PCS/CIP/ID NO: 1.1-231001 IAI NO. (if available): C2 900 EFFECTIVE DATE OF FIRST CLASS: August 19, 2014 CREDIT HOURS: 3.0 CONTACT HOURS: 3.0 LECTURE HOURS: 3.0 LABORATORY HOURS: 0.0 Instructor: Daniel Almanza E-Mail: daniel.almanza@heartland.edu Class Meeting Time: Tues/Thurs 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM – ICB 1704 Semester: Fall 2014 Office Hours: By appointment only CATALOG DESCRIPTION (Include specific prerequisites): This is an introductory course in public speaking, with the dual goals of helping students understand basic communication principles and improving their oral communication skills. The course emphasizes preparing, selecting, organizing, and delivering oral messages, as well as analyzing and evaluating the speaking-listening process. TEXTBOOK: Coopman, S., and Lull, J. (2012). Public Speaking: The Evolving Art (3rd Ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. ALSO REQUIRED: A folder to turn in your speech materials A working Heartland/BlackBoard account RECOMMENDED MATERIALS: Note cards (no larger than 5x7 and must be all WHITE) A small stapler (everything must be stapled) USB to save documents RELATIONSHIP TO ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND TRANSFERABILITY: COMM 101 fulfills 3 of the 9 semester hours of credit in Humanities/Fine Arts required for the A.A. or A.S. degree. It satisfies the Humanities component of this requirement. COMM 101 should transfer to other Illinois colleges and universities as the equivalent of the General Education Core Curriculum course C2 900, described in the Illinois Articulation Initiative. However, students should consult an academic COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 advisor for transfer information regarding particular institutions. Refer to the IAI web page for information as well at http://www.itransfer.org/IAI/Other/Student.taf COURSE/LAB OUTLINE: I. Introduction: The Essentials of Communication II. Public Speaking III. The Informative Speech IV. The Persuasive Speech V. Speeches for Other Occasion COURSE OBJECTIVES (Learning Outcomes) After completing this course, students should be able to: General Education Learning Outcome Effectively organize thoughts and ideas into coherent, well-focused verbal messages appropriate for the audience, occasion, and purpose. Conduct evaluative scholarly research and incorporate appropriate materials into focused, well-informed presentations. Demonstrate appropriate behavior as active listeners and participants. CO1 Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to non-verbal communication in both speaking and listening situations. Evaluate and employ appropriate visual aids to enhance the impact of oral presentations. Demonstrate awareness, respect, and appreciation for the diversity of others as they endeavor to refine their communication skills. Employ strategies to reduce communication apprehension in order to effectively participate in a variety of public communication situations. Become more effective communicators in democratic situations, demonstrating the ability to consider and evaluate multiple perspectives on social issues and the ability to manage conflict. CO3 Assessment: May include but are not limited to: Speeches, class discussion, Q&A, outlines, workshops, tests, and quizzes CT3 Library exercises, speeches, bibliographies, citations, quizzes, tests, in-class exercises CO3 DI5 Presentations, Q&A, self reflection essays, class discussion, tests and quizzes Presentations, self-reflective essays, class discussion, speech critiques, peer evaluations, tests and quizzes Presentations, workshops, speeches, tests and quizzes CO3 CO5; DI5 CO4 PS4;CO2 Self-reflection essays, speech critiques, class discussion, Q&A, tests and quizzes Self-reflective essays, class discussions, self-reports Class participation, workshops, small group assignments, Q&A, tests and quizzes COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 This syllabus serves as a contract between instructor and student. By remaining in the course you agree to follow the policies and requirements laid out in this document. A copy of the syllabus will always be available on BlackBoard, and if you have any questions at any point in the semester, do not hesitate to contact me. ASSIGNMENTS: * All assignments must be typed and printed out before coming to class. EXAMS: There will be one midterm exam and one final exam. Exams will assess your understanding of communication concepts and theories, as well as your application and integration abilities. You must take your exam at its scheduled time unless you will be traveling with a college-sanctioned organization or have a major health problem or family emergency (colds or a headache are NOT sufficient reasons to miss an exam). If you need to reschedule an exam, please contact me ASAP! SPEECHES: Each student will present four major speeches: a. Informative speech (5 – 6 minutes w/at least 4 sources) b. Problem-Solution (6 - 7 minutes w/ at least 5 sources) c. Group Speech (5 - 6 minutes per person w/5 source per person) d. Special Occasion Speech (5 – 6 minutes) Each presentation will be evaluated on content and delivery. Detailed instructions on formulating each speech will be posted on BlackBoard. You MUST deliver all FOUR MAJOR speeches listed above to pass the class (in order for this course to transfer to other institution). peech day, you will be given a 20% deduction for your speech being late. If this occurs a second time, where you are not able to give your speech on your assigned speech date, you will be given a ZERO. PLEASE NOTE that you may be asked to give your speech outside of class where you will need to provide an audience to watch you give your speech. Emergencies will be considered on an individual basis where documentation has been provided for extreme circumstances. Only approved cases will be allowed to make up speeches. If you have a college sanction event/activity, please notify me ahead of time to make arrangements to assign you a proper speech date. prepare the speech beforehand. You will be required to submit a full-sentence outline and reference page the day of your presentation date. You must also use a keyword/delivery outline to deliver the speech. You may not speak from a manuscript or a full sentence outline. You also may not “wing it” and speak without advance preparation (I have seen it happen; I have tried it myself; it does not end well). printed t-shirts (they’re distracting), sweatpants, torn clothing, hats, coats, fishnets (torn or otherwise), or pajamas. It is important to be comfortable, but professional when speaking to an audience. 5 points of every speech grade will depend on proper attire. Please note all speech grades are FINAL and set in stone. If you have a question about your speech grade, I am happy to sit down with you in terms of discussing what you can do to improve your speech grade for the next speech. PARTICIPATION: Because I take a skills-based approach to teaching, and this is a developmental course, participation is essential. Participation is a function of attendance, demonstration of having read the material, asking questions that extend the thinking of the class and instructor, contributing relevant examples, and demonstrating respect for the contributions of classmates. There may be days where I decide COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 to give out participations points and if you are not in class, these points cannot be made up (I will not announce these days). QUIZZES & ACTIVITIES: You are expected to come to class prepared to discuss and participate in activities associated with the readings. I will not lecture over the material you have read; rather I will synthesize the material into discussions and activities, of which you will play a large role. Other assignments, such as worksheets, or other readings that will allow you to participate in class may also be required for certain chapters and will be assigned by the instructor as needed. You may NOT make-up a quiz. EVALUATION: Speeches/Exams Informative Speech 100 pts. Problem-Solution Speech 100 pts. Special Occasions Speech 100 pts. Group Speech 125 pts. Midterm Exam 100 pts. Final Exam 100 pts. Total: 625 pts Activities/Participation Quizzes 35 pts. (5 – 15 pts. each) Peer Feedback 15 pts. (5 pts. each) Artifact Papers 10 pts. Steve Jobs Artifact Paper 10 pts. PechaKucha Speech 15 pts. Annotated Bib 5 pts. Total: 95 pts Class Total : 720 pts ***(It is possible that points could be added or subtracted from this depending on how the semester develops) A = 90-100% B = 80-89% C = 70-79% D = 60-69% F = 59% and below A work is performance is superior and show extensive effort into seeing and thinking beyond the surface level in you research and speeches as well as particular skill in composing and delivering your presentations. B work indicates you have done more than what is required. A ‘B’ indicates professional quality work. It may mean that you have done extra research and that you have produced a presentation that is stylistically innovated, interesting, insightful or exceptionally solid. C work is average grade, means you met the basic criteria for the given assignment. D work means you have not completed all the assignment’s criteria and is insufficient. Furthermore, does not show sufficient effort or time given to the assignment. F means that your work is seriously lacking and does not meet the assignments requirements, that you have not completed the whole assignment, or that you may have plagiarized. *** Final grades are NOT curved! COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 Please keep in mind that I AM HERE TO HELP! My goal as an instructor is to do all I can to create an environment in which we all can learn from each other safely, productively, and happily. Every person in this class contributes to that environment, and together we share the power to determine whether or not we live up to that goal. Please do not hesitate to ask questions, or ask for help, in or out of class. Philosophy of Grades The Heartland Community College grading philosophy grows out of our vision of educational excellence. This common philosophy provides a framework for each academic division and instructor as they establish their own individual course grading system, evaluation methods, and course policies using the shared general rubrics for letter grades given below. Letter grades serve as a vehicle to promote meaningful evaluation of student achievement, to inform students of academic progress, and, as necessary, to improve student performance, habits, and practices. Using a letter grade as a prerequisite for subsequent courses means we believe that the grade was assigned through a conscious judgment about a student’s readiness to proceed to more advanced study. At Heartland, students’ academic achievement is measured by their mastery of course objectives and content. We challenge students to meet these recognized standards of achievement and we assign grades based on their success in doing so. Simply stated, we believe that the responsibility for academic achievement rests with the student and that holding students responsible for their learning promotes their academic growth. COURSE POLICIES: ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED: Regular attendance and participation are basic expectations of college students. Being absent will deprive you of valuable class discussions and will also prevent you from fulfilling certain graded in-class activities (including participation points), which cannot be made up. Because we are on an accelerated schedule, you will be allowed only 3 full-class (3 hours) freebie absence without penalty. FOUR total absences will result in your final grade being lowered by 50 points. FIVE total absences will be lowered your final grade by one full letter grade. More than five total absences will result in failure of the class. You are responsible for all material distributed in your absence. Also note any/all materials are handed out only once. If you are not in class to receive them, you should obtain the information from a fellow student. If you have a legitimate reason for not being in class, you must tell me as far as possible in advance by email or bring a doctor’s note in case of illness. If you are involved in college activities that will cause you to miss class much as athletics or the debate team, I need a schedule of classes that you will miss (by the end of the second week of class) and a signed note on university letterhead from your coach or sponsor verifying that you are on the team. If you follow these guidelines, these absences will not count against your attendance record. In case of a prolonged extreme illness or emergencies, arrangements will be made on a case-by-case basis. TARDINESS: Tardiness will not be tolerated. Attendance will be taken during each class session.***If you are late to class it will be your responsibility to sign the attendance sheet before the end of class! If you are late more than 10 minutes, you will not be allowed to sign-in and you will be counted as absent. ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES: I DO NOT ACCEPT LATE WORK! All assignments are due in class and each student is responsible for turning in their own assignments. If you are unprepared (i.e. forgot to print off your homework, forgot to bring it to class etc) will result in a ZERO for that assignment. If you are absent when an assignment is due, it is your responsibility to get your assignment to me somehow (i.e. scanning/typing it and emailing it to me, dropping it off before class, etc). COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 PROBLEMS: Make sure to anticipate those predictable problems that would prevent you from turning in your work on time. For example, running out of paper or printer ink, or losing something on your computer that you did not back up are problems that can be avoided by looking ahead. Like most instructors, I am more understanding if you keep me informed. If you encounter problems, please let me know right away. PROFESSIONALISM: Should you need to miss a class I expect the same courtesy and sense of responsibility you would extend to an employer. This means prior notice and proper documentation. Professionalism includes respecting others’ opinions, not interrupting in class, being respectful to those who are speaking, and working together in a spirit of cooperation. With that in mind, sleeping, reading materials irrelevant to class purposes, and disrupting the class will not be tolerated and will result in the student being considered absent for that particular class period. Students must bring the course textbook and spiral notebook to each class session. I expect you to demonstrate these behaviors at all times in this class. Also, please turn cell phones on silent before coming to class and keep all electronic devices in your bag during class time. If I see you texting during class I will warn you to put your phone way. If I notice it again, I will either ask you to leave class or take your phone away. While it should go without saying, professional courtesy extends to the instructor of the course, as well. Should you behave in a disrespectful manner towards the instructor, you will be asked to leave class. Professional attire (e.g., shirts, dress pants, skirts, dress shoes, etc.) are required for presentations, as it adds to speaker credibility. No jeans are permitted during the day you present. E-MAIL POLICY: E-mail is the easiest way to get in touch with the instructor. While a quick response is likely, please keep in mind that the instructor is not always on e-mail, and therefore will get back to you within 24 hours on weekdays and 48 hours on weekends. Note: Professionalism in e-mail communication is required. As a student of higher education, it is expected that all communication be of professional quality. When writing through e-mail to an instructor, please identify yourself and the class for which you have an inquiry. Please be sure to address the instructor in a professional manner. E-mails not properly addressed will not be answered. Failure to follow this policy will result in your e-mail being deleted without consideration. SPEECH ETIQUETTE: On speech days, you have dual responsibilities as a speaker and an audience member. When you are presenting, you will dress appropriately. Because most people are nervous when they give a speech, you will be supportive both verbally and nonverbally. You will never enter or leave the room while a speech is in progress. ***You are expected to attend class during every speech day as you will be in charge of peer evaluations, and if you skip someone else’s speech, you will not be able to make up these points. Show up to class and support your classmates! More information on different policies will be given in class prior to each speech. EVALUATION: As an instructor, I am always willing to discuss students’ grades on particular assignments; however, all students must wait at least 48 hours after an assignment has been returned before asking me questions about his or her assignment grade. This allows you to thoroughly read through the feedback given and process why the grade was given based on the criteria for that particular assignment. Please note all speech grades are FINAL and set in stone. If you have a question about your speech grade, I am happy to sit down with you in terms of discussing what you can do to improve your speech grade for the next speech. CHEATING/PLAGIARISM: Evidence of plagiarism or cheating on papers, speeches, or exams will result in an F on the assignment. If a second act of cheating or plagiarism occurs, you will receive an F in the course. Further, instances of plagiarism will be reported to Heartland Community College. If you ever are not sure if what you are doing is plagiarism, contact me before turning the assignment in so I can help you. PLASE ALSO NOTE you will be reported of your academic dishonesty to the chair of the department and further action may be taken. COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 Plagiarism is the presenting of others’ ideas as if they were your own. When you write a paper, create a project, do a presentation or create anything original, it is assumed that all the work, except for that which is attributed to another author or creator, is your own. Plagiarism is considered a serious academic offense and may take the following forms: -forthe work of another and not giving that source credit. f it were your own. Language Association’s MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. 7th ed. New York: MLA, 2009:5161] Note that word-for-word copying is not the only form of plagiarism. The penalties for plagiarism may be severe, ranging from failure on the particular piece of work, failure in the course or expulsion from school in extreme cases. Many plagiarism problems can be remedied by citing the sources of the original work. When in doubt, cite the source according to the style your instructor directs. Usually this is APA or MLA Style. Don’t be daunted by citing sources which are not books. You can cite everything, including pamphlets, maps, cereal boxes, telephone conversations, movies, television shows, Internet and world-wide web sites. EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS: Students are responsible for knowing all information contained in this syllabus and announced in class. Not knowing is not an excuse for late work. Students are expected to read assigned material prior to class meeting. Student should also be prepared to ask and answer question, and actively participate in class discussions and exercises. Students are required to regularly check their Heartland e-mail account and Blackboard for course information from the instructor. Students should keep hardcopies of their work in their course and backup all relevant assignments electronically on a computer/UBS drive/electronic hard drive. I would also encourage you to keep a copy of this syllabus as it may be helpful for those of you who transfer on to a different institution. If students have questions regarding the course material or assignments, it is their responsibility to ask questions before assignments are due. Keep in mind that your procrastination is not my emergency! Absolutely no texting in class! Students are expected to keep all phones and electronic devices put away in their bag! If you are told more than twice to put way your phone or electronic device way, you will be asked to leave class. IF you know that a parent or child will be contacting you during class, please notify me before class starts. Other Information Midterm Withdrawal Policy Students are expected to attend all classes and meaningfully participate each day. Any student who does not make reasonable attempts to successfully complete all course activities (exams, homework, quizzes, etc.), may be withdrawn from the course at midterm. However, if any of the following situations apply, the student will be automatically withdrawn by the end of week 8: was absent for any 2 consecutive weeks without appropriate notice has more than 5 unexcused absences Did not complete at least 60% of assignments Testing Services (located in Student Commons Building 2001) Testing Services provides a secure testing environment for students who are enrolled in online, hybrid, and other distance learning courses; have a documented disability; or need to take a make-up exam. Testing accommodations for COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 students having documented disabilities must be arranged by the student through Disability Support Services. Testing Services will only administer exams at the request of the instructor. For more information, please call (309) 268- 8050. Counseling Services Counseling Services provides confidential and professional counseling for both emergency and personal issues. Services also include referrals to local community resources and support for students on academic probation. For more information, please call (309) 268-8318. Library The Library provides fast and free access to credible information from a full range of resources including books, online journals, videos, newspapers, online music, class reserves, and interlibrary loan. Individualize research by appointment or come in anytime. See the Library tab in myHeartland, email library@heartland.edu or call (309) 2688292 for details. Tutoring Services Tutoring Services provides tutoring in various forms at no cost to Heartland students in Normal, Pontiac, and Lincoln. Tutors are available at convenient times throughout the week. Study groups are also available by request. For more information about services available at each location, please call (309) 268-8231 (Normal), (815) 842-6777 (Pontiac), or (217) 735-1731 (Lincoln). Disability Support Services Disability Support Services (DSS) ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to the college’s programs, services and activities through the provision of reasonable accommodations as mandated in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. DSS offers a wide range of services to support students with disabilities, including: assistive technology, document conversion services, personnel, classroom and testing accommodations. Students with a documented disability who wish to discuss academic accommodations should call (309) 268-8259 for details. Open Computing Lab The Open Computing Lab provides free computing for HCC students at convenient times throughout the week. The computer lab is staffed by trained Lab Assistants and offers the use of approximately 70 computers, a scanner, a laser printer, and an electric typewriter. Writing Lab The Writing Lab provides guidance for writers on assignment comprehension, critical thinking and the stages of the writing process. The Writing Lab is staffed by English faculty and Tutors with years of experience working with students on writing. In every session, supportive staff work with writers to explore and develop their own ideas as appropriate to the needs of their readers and to learn the rhetorical strategies necessary for effective communication. For more information, please call (309) 268-8231. Academic Advising Academic advisors help students develop a plan of study, review degree/program requirements, discuss transferability of courses, and provide career exploration support. For more information, please call (309) 268-8033. Academic Advising services are also available at the Lincoln and Pontiac sites. Career Services Career Services assist students to determine career goals, develop employability and job search skills and connect with potential employers in preparation for employment and career transitions. Through the Online Career Center at www.collegecentral.com/heartland students can learn about area employment opportunities, prepare and post resumes and find a host of free career-related resources. The job shadow and internship programs offer access to relevant workbased learning opportunities that enhance academic experiences and support students in their career pursuits. For more information, please call (309) 268-8034 or email Career.Services@heartland.edu. Financial Aid Office The Financial Aid Office provides information on programs and types of financial aid available to students. For more information, please call (309) 268-8020. COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 Transcripts (Located in Student Commons Building 1000) Official and unofficial transcripts may be obtained in the Student Records Office. Transcripts may also be obtained at Heartland’s Lincoln and Pontiac sites. Official transcripts must be requested in writing. The form is available online (http://www.heartland.edu/transcripts/index.jsp) or in the Student Records Office. Unofficial transcripts are available to print online through IRIS. Academic Integrity and Plagiarism Academic Integrity Academic integrity is a fundamental principle of collegial life at Heartland Community College and is essential to the credibility of the College’s educational programs. Moreover, because grading may be competitive, students who misrepresent their academic work violate the right of their fellow students. The College, therefore, views any act of academic dishonest as a serious offense requiring disciplinary measures, including course failure, suspension, and even expulsion from the College. In addition, an act of academic dishonesty may have unforeseen effects far beyond any officially imposed penalties. Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to cheating, aiding or suborning cheating or other acts of academic dishonesty, plagiarism, misrepresentation of data, falsification of academic records or documents and unauthorized access to computerized academic or administrative records or systems. Definitions of these violations may be found in the college catalog. COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FOR COMMUNICATION 101 ***Any changes to the schedule will be announced by the instructor. DATE CONTENT/MATERIAL COVERED Week 1 Aug. 19 (T) ASSIGNMENT DUE Course Orientation/Introductions 21 (TH) The Evolving Art of Public Speaking Ch. 1 26 (T) Building Your Confidence Assign PechaKucha Speech Ch. 2 28 (TH) PechaKucha Speeches Assign Informative Speech Syllabus Quiz Due 2 (T) Developing Your Purpose and Topic Organizing and Outlining Your Speech Ch. 4 Ch. 8 Speech Topics Due 4 (TH) Beginning and Ending Your Speech Ch. 9 Introduction and Conclusion Due Ch. 10 Quiz #1 Week 2 Week 3 Sept. Using Language Effectively Week 4 9 (T) Informative Speaking Ch. 13 11 (TH) Researching Your Topic Supporting Your Ideas Ethics (Read ONLY Avoiding Plagiarism Section) Oral Citations Ch. 6 Ch. 7 Ch. 3 16 (T) Delivering Your Speech Peer Evaluation Day 18 (TH) Speech Reminders Delivery Day 23 (T) INFORMATIVE SPEECHES 25 (TH) INFORMATIVE SPEECHES Week 5 Week 6 Ch. 12 Bring to class a Full-Sentence Outline Quiz #2 COM 101 Course Syllabus Fall Semester 2014 Week 7 Oct. 30 (T) INFORMATIVE SPEECHES Assign Problem Solution Speech 2 (TH) Midterm Review 7 (T) MIDTERM EXAM 9 (TH) Persuasive Speaking Listening Read ONLY Listening Section Ch. 13 Ch. 3 Persuasive Topics Due 14 (T) Understanding Arguments Ch. 14 16 (TH) Review Using Language Effectively Adapting to Your Audience Ch. 10 Ch. 5 21 (T) Integrating Presentation Media Delivery Day Ch. 11 Quiz #3 23 (TH) In-Class Workshop Day/ Speech Reminders Artifact Paper DUE Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 11 28 (T) PERSUASIVE SPEECHES 30 (TH) PERSUASIVE SPEECHES Week 12 Nov. 4 (T) 6 (TH) PERSUASIVE SPEECHES Assign Group Presentation Small Group (READ ONLY SMALL GROUP) Ch. 16 11 (T) In-Class Research Day Worksheet Due 13 (TH) In-Class Workshop Day Annotated Bib Due Week 13 Week 14 COM 101 Course Syllabus 18 (T) Speech Reminders 20 (TH) Group Speeches Fall Semester 2014 Week 15 25 (T) Group Speeches 27 (TH) NO CLASS – THANKSGIVING BREAK Week 16 Dec. 2 (T) 4 (TH) Special Occasion Speeches Review Language Ch. 16 Ch. 10 FINAL EXAM FINALS WEEK Dec. 8 – 13 11 (TH) FINAL PERIOD AT 8AM – 9:50AM Watch Final Speech