Revised Fall Semester, 2013
Angelina College
Fine Arts Division
SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking
General Syllabus
BASIC COURSE INFORMATION:
I.
A.
Application of
emphasis on
diversity, and
lecture
Course Description: SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking. Three hours credit.
communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with
audience
analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural
speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities. Three
hours each week.
B.
who desires
Intended Audience: The intended audience of this course is any college student
to
improve his/her public speaking skills.
C.
Dr. Marilyn Broughton (Dr. “B”)
Before and after class or by appointment
772.940.9910 (leave a message)
mbroughton@angelina.edu or denalidolly1@aol.com
Instructor:
Office Hrs:
Phone:
E-mail:
II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES:
A.
B.
Core Objectives Required for this Course (interim)
1.
Critical Thinking: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis,
evaluation and synthesis of information
2.
Communication: to include effective development, interpretation and expression of
ideas through written, oral and visual communication
3.
Social Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions, and
consequences to ethical decision making.
Course Learning Outcomes for all Sections - Upon successful completion of this course,
students will:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recognize and understand the foundational models of communication.
Apply elements of audience analysis.
Demonstrate ethical speaking and listening skills.
Research, develop, and deliver extemporaneous speeches with effective verbal and
nonverbal techniques.
Demonstrate effective usage of technology when researching and presenting speeches.
6.
Understand how culture, ethnicity, and gender influence
communication.
7.
Develop proficiency in presenting a variety of speeches as an individual or group (e.g.
narrative, informative, or persuasive).
III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES
A.
Assessments for the Core Objectives: (interim)
1.
B.
IV.
-2Critical Thinking: Students are assessed by means of a rubric which reflects
evaluation of persuasive speeches. The rubric will measure selection and understanding
of information, application of material, analyzing points of view and arguments, and
formulating equations. Students will be assessed by means of the standardized AC
rubric for Critical Thinking.
2.
Communication: Students are assessed by means of a rubric which reflects evaluation
of written, oral, and visual communication skills in a speech that utilizes a visual aid.
Students will be assessed by means of the standardized AC rubric for Communication.
3.
Social Responsibility: Students are assessed by means of a rubric which reflects
evaluation of intercultural competencies, civic responsibility, and community engagement
through a persuasive speech on a contemporary issue. Students will be assessed by
means of the standardized AC rubric for Teamwork.
Assessments for Course Learning Outcomes (interim)
1.
Students will demonstrate recognition and understanding of the foundational models of
communication through questions embedded in exams.
2.
Application of the elements of audience analysis will be reflected in the grading rubric
used to evaluate speeches.
3.
Students will demonstrate ethical speaking and listening skills through the presentation
of persuasive speeches on a contemporary issue.
4.
Students will present five extemporaneous speeches evaluated by a grading rubric
gauging verbal and nonverbal techniques. Works cited pages will be submitted as well
as an outline to evaluate research and development.
5.
Students will demonstrate the effective use of technology by using presentation software
in at least one presentation.
6.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of how culture, ethnicity, and gender
influence communication by appropriately analyzing the audience and by using
appropriate language.
7.
Students will demonstrate proficiency in presenting a variety of speeches through the
inclusion of a personal experience speech, a demonstration speech, an informative
speech, and a persuasive speech.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
A.
Methodologies common to all sections – Methodologies which are utilized in presenting
course content include, but are not limited to, lectures, class discussions, student presentations,
audiovisual presentations, role-play activities, and small group scenarios.
B.
Methodologies determined by the instructor – Additional methodologies will include journal
writings and “hands-on” practice speeches utilizing the one-point speech method. The portfolio
approach will be used in the formulation and correction of speech outlines and support as well
as the provision of a central place for students to store graded tests, outlines, critiques, and
journal entries. Students will also provide written peer as well as self critiques as assigned.
-3Also, students will be evaluated by the instructor on each speech with written and oral critiques.
V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES:
A.
B.
Required Textbooks and Recommended Readings, Materials and Equipment
1.
Text – The Art of Public Speaking. (11th edition) Stephen E. Lucas
2.
Materials – a two-pocketed folder (without brads). The color will be chosen the
first class period. Also, required is a spiral notebook to use as a journal, one
“blue book” as well as two scantrons to be used in test-taking, a stapler/staples, paper
clips, pen, pencil and personal notebook for notes and handouts.
3.
Resources – Smarthinking is an online tutorial service available in most subjects
(accessible through Blackboard).
Course Policies – This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as
stated in the Angelina College Handbook.
1.
Academic Assistance – If you have a disability (as cited in Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) that
may affect your participation in this class, you should see Karen Bowser, Room 208 of
the Student Center. At a post-secondary institution, you must self-identify as a person
with a disability; Ms. Bowser will assist you with the necessary information to do so. To
report any complaints of discrimination related to disability, you should contact Dr.
Patricia McKenzie, Administration Building, Room 105 or 936-633-5201.
2.
Attendance – Attendance is required as per Angelina College Policy and will be
recorded every day. Any student with three (3) consecutive absences or four (4)
cumulative absences may be dropped from the class. Records will be turned in to the
academic dean at the end of the semester. Do not assume that non-attendance in class
will always result in an instructor drop. You must officially drop a class or risk
receiving an F. This is official Angelina College Policy.
3.
Additional Classroom Policies include the following:
a.
b.
The student is responsible for obtaining information missed due to an
absence.Tardiness, absences, and leaving class early will negatively
affect the student's overall grade.
The student is also responsible for arranging make-up speeches and tests
with the instructor. In general, late assignments will be required within
ten days, and deductions may be assessed throughout this period of time.
Make-up times will be scheduled individually.
c.
Students are expected to listen courteously and attentively to all other
speakers in class. Students should complete critiques, with thoughtful
and appropriate comments.
d.
Disruptions are not allowed during presentations (interfering with speeches
in any way). Students may not enter nor leave the classroom while a speech
is being given.
e.
-4Any electronic devices are prohibited and may not be used in class.
(No cell phones). Speak with the instructor if an exception needs to be made.
VI. COURSE OUTLINE:
Description of the Course Activities including due dates, schedules, and deadlines are
provided on a separate schedule - See attached Instructor-specificTentative Schedule.
All assignment explanations will be distributed on printed instruction sheets and will
also be discussed in class.
VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING:
A.
Assignments will be evaluated according to the folloowing scale:
A=90-100 – Work obviously exhibits the highest degree of excellence and overall mastery
of concepts.
B=80-89 – Work is above average in presentation and indication of understanding, but
which lacks somewhat in attaining the highest degree of excellence.
C=70-79 – Work that is average in preentation and indication of understanding
D=60-69 – Work is below average in preentation and indication of mastery, but which
indicates enough understanding to be considered acceptable
F = 59 and below – Work that does not meet acceptable standards due ot incompleteness or
failure to properly address the specific criteria for the assignment.
B.
Determination of grade: (Percentages of each assignment for the final average).
C.
The final grade will be according to the following breakdown:
40% - all speeches and their support (except the persuasive speech)
20% - the persuasive speech with its support
20% - three tests over the text (first written test, midterm and final - scantron tests)
10% - Critical thinking entries in journal throughout the semester
10% -
Daily grades - one-point speeches, rough drafts that are due, classwork, etc.
The instructor may modify the provisions of this syllabus to meet individual class needs by informing the class in
advance as to the changes being made. Students will sign a verification sheet in class to indicate the receipt
of this syllabus.