SYLLABUS
Tulsa Community College, TCC Glenpool
Spring Semester, 2013
Course: Speech 1113
Day(s) and Time(s): Thursday 6 p.m. – 8:50 p.m.
Semester Begins: January 14, 2012 Ends: May 12, 2012
Instructor: Dennis Smiley, M.A.
Office Hrs: By Appointment
Section No: 441
Call No: 23221
Class Location:
Glenpool
TO CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Office: TCC West Campus
Phone: (918) 232-0276 (cell)
Email: dennis.smiley@tulsacc.edu
(Note: e-mail is preferred.)
TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE
Division Name: Liberal Arts Division
Division Associate Dean: Karen Harmon
Division Office Number: L-114
Division Phone Number: (918) 595-8079
PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE
None
COURSE DESCRIPTION
SPCH 1113 - Speech Communication I (3 Credits). An introductory course in oral communication,
emphasis is on improving applied communication skills. Special attention is given to critical thinking
skills and the anatomy of the communication process: audience analysis, research, organization, logic,
ethical use of evidence, delivery, and listening. Required for B.A. and B.S. degrees in most professional
majors; i.e. Business, Law, Education, Medical, English. 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, Effective Communication,
Engaged Learning, and Technical Proficiency.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion Speech Communication 1113, students will learn to:
 Identify the presence of anxiety in speaking situations and more effectively control behavior.
 Demonstrate the basic skills needed to prepare, organize and deliver informative, persuasive,
commemorative/occasional and impromptu speeches.
 Effectively analyze an audience prior to communicating.
 Improve listening skills.
 Increase critical thinking skills.
 Use ethical means of conducting researching and citing sources.
 Effectively interact in small group discussion and decision making.
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Develop habits of accurate personal assessment, vocal articulation, and delivery style when
speaking.
Proper use of visual aids, props and demonstration techniques.
Increase awareness of the value communication plays in business, professional, social and
personal relationships.
TEXTBOOKS, & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL
Required textbook:
The Art of Public Speaking (with optional access to the Connect Lucas website) by Stephen E. Lucas, 11th
Edition, ISBN#9780073406732.
Supplemental Materials:
Other relevant materials will be provided through handouts, Blackboard postings, and video
demonstrations in class.
TEACHING METHODS
Speech 1113 will be presented through in-class lecture, directed class discussion and group exercises,
evaluated presentations, video examples and demonstrations. Student participation is critical.
All speech topics—except those pertaining to introductory, impromptu and group presentations—must be
approved in advance by the instructor. Video recording of presentations may be used on selected
occasions as aid to students’ personal evaluations of their performances.
ATTENDANCE & STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Speech 1113 requires student attendance and participation in class discussion, exercises and presentations.
A substantial portion of the class requirements are performance based. It is essential that each student be
present and participates. Attendance is included in each student’s class participation evaluation.
Absences are recorded, and eight (8) points are subtracted from the class participation evaluation for each
120-minute class unit that a student is absent. Students absent from six class units are subject to
administrative withdrawal.
Attendance is recorded at the beginning of each class. Students are recorded as absent if they do not
respond to roll call. If tardy, it is the student’s obligation (after class) to inform the instructor of his or her
attendance.
Students are considered tardy when they are not seated in the classroom when class begins or resumes
after a break. One point is subtracted from the class participation evaluation for the first tardy, two points
for the second, three points for the third, etc. Four or more incidences of being tardy are considered
disruptive and subject to disciplinary action. If a student arrives late to class, he or she should take care
not to enter the room while another student is speaking. Wait in the hall until the student speaker
completes his or her presentation. When making presentations, students are encouraged to dress in the
manner that best complements their communication objective.
Requests for consideration of extenuating circumstances regarding tardiness or absence must be made in
person and verified by official medical or professional documentation.
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Assignments: All assignments must be submitted on time or they will be considered late. Missed
assignments, exams or late work will be accepted at the discretion of the instructor. Speeches may only
be made up in class, if time permits. If accepted, a late penalty will apply—10 percent for the first late
assignment and 20 percent for the second late assignment. No more than two late assignments will be
accepted. Additional missed assignments or late work will receive “0” points. All elements of an
assignment (i.e., outlines, manuscripts, research, etc.) must be submitted on the day and time required or it
will be considered late. A typed outline or manuscript should be submitted prior to each student
presentation. All make-up work must be completed prior to the date a student delivers his or her final
speech.
WITHDRAWAL & ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL
Withdrawal requires student initiative. Students seeking to withdraw should initiate an official
withdrawal. The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class.
Contact the Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course (“W” grade) or to
change from Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop
participating in the course and fail to withdraw will receive a course grade of “F,” which may have
financial aid consequences for the student.
The instructor may initiate an academic withdrawal after a student is absent for six classes or after being
warned regarding disruptive behavior.
EVALUATION AND GRADING
Student grades are based on in-class presentations, two examinations, a written assignment and class
participation. Presentations will be evaluated on effective preparation, organization, standard
performance criteria and submission of the outline or manuscript required for the speech. The two
examinations will be primarily objective and may include short answer or essay requirements. All
questions on the examinations are drawn from assigned chapters in the course text. The written
assignment will be assessed on content and MLA style. Class participation is evaluated on attendance and
an in-class exercise. The class participation score is reduced in points by student tardiness and absence
from class.
Maximum points for assignments are allocated as follows:
* Points will be deducted from
the scores of speeches that are
under or over the allotted time
limit. Time penalties, calculated
in 15 sec. increments, apply at
the following levels for speech
assignments designated below:
Introductory Speech
50 points
Informative Speech*
100
Persuasive Speech*
150
Commemorative Speech*
100
Impromptu Speech (1)
50
Midterm Examination
100
Written profile/essay
50
Final Speech*
200
Final Examination
100
Class participation**
100
Total Points
1,000
Introductory
0 point
Informative
.5 point
Persuasive
1 point
Commemorative 1.5 points
Final
2 points
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Grading Scale
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**Class participation includes 50 points for an assigned,
in-class group discussion exercise and 50 points for attendance
and punctuality.
Students falling slightly short of their desired grade level at the end of the semester must meet the
following criteria to be considered for the next higher grade:
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Be ten (10) points or less from the next higher grade level;
Score 70 points or more on each examination;
Score 70 points or more of the written assignment;
Not be guilty of plagiarizing any assignment; and
Have no more than 3 unexcused absences.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND CLASS REQUIREMENTS
To fully participate in class discussion and exercises, students are expected to read the assigned chapters
in the text prior to attending each class session. All assignments submitted to the instructor must be
typed.
Session 1, January 17:
Course Overview—Discuss course goals and objectives, review course syllabus, explain grading,
attendance and class policies. Review text and Connect Lucas resources. Complete student information
sheet and make personal introductions. Discuss history and practice of public speaking.
Speaking in Public—Lecture and discussion regarding text Chapters 1 and 4, “Giving Your First
Speech”. Review and evaluate video of introductory speeches.
* Introductory speeches assigned.
Session 2, January 24:
Introductory Speeches—Class members make 2- to 3-minute introductory speeches.
Ethics and Public Speaking—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 2.
Session 3, January 31:
Selecting a Topic and a Purpose—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 5.
Analyzing the Audience—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 6.
Session 4, February 7:
Speaking to Inform—Lecture and discussion regarding types of informative speeches and guidelines for
making informative speeches, as covered in text Chapter 15. Review and evaluate video of informative
speeches. Review speech evaluation criteria.
* Informative speeches and outlines assigned.
Organizing the Body of the Speech—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 9.
*Informative speech topics due.
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Session 5, February 14:
Beginning and Ending the Speech—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 10.
Outlining the Speech—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding the text Chapter 11.
Session 6, February 21:
Delivering the Speech—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding the text Chapter 13.
Informative Speeches—Class members make 5- to 6-minute informative speeches and turn in outlines.
Session 7, February 28:
Gathering Materials—Review and discussion of research techniques and opportunities as shown in text
Chapter 7.
Supporting Your Ideas—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 8.
Review for Midterm Examination
Session 8, March 7:
Midterm Examination
(Make-up speeches, as time permits)
Using visual Aids—Lecture and discussion regarding text Chapter 14.
Session 9, March 14:
Return and Review Midterm Examinations
Speaking to Persuade—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 16. Review video
examples.
March 18 to 24, Spring Break, No Class
Session 10, March 28:
Methods of Persuasion—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 17. Review video
examples.
* Speaker profile or essay assigned.
* Persuasive speeches and outlines assigned.
Using Language Effectively 1—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 12.
* Persuasive speech topics due.
Session 11, April 4:
Using Language Effectively 2—Students conduct analysis of speech language used in “I Have Dream,”
Martin Luther King, text pp. A02-A05
Speaking on Special Occasions—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text
Chapter 18. Video examples.
Session 12, April 11:
* Commemorative speeches and manuscripts assigned
Persuasive Speeches—Class members make 7- to 8-minute persuasive speeches and turn in outlines.
Listening—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 3.
Session 13, April 18:
The Final Speech—Lecture and discussion regarding key elements that students will need to review prior
to preparing final speeches.
* Final speeches and outlines assigned. * Commemorative speech topics due
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Speaking in Small Groups—Lecture, discussion and exercises regarding text Chapter 19.
* Final speech topics due
Session 14, April 25:
Small Group Decision Making—Class members will analyze and resolve a problem in small groups.
(Graded exercise for class participation)
* Speaker profile or essay due
Impromptu Speeches—Students will make impromptu 1:30- to 2-minute speeches on assigned topics.
Exercises for improving speech performance. (Make-up speeches, as time permits)
Session 15, May 2:
Commemorative Speeches—Students make 4- to 5-minute commemorative speeches and turn in
manuscripts
Great Speeches in History—Lecture and discussion regarding significant historical speakers and
speeches.
Review for Final Examination
(Make-up speeches, as time permits)
(Last opportunity for make-up work.)
Session 16,. As determined by TCC Finals Schedule.
Final Speeches—Students Deliver 8-10 minute Final Speeches.
Final Examination
SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS
To avoid penalties, all assignments must be fully completed and submitted on time in class. Speeches
must be presented on the assigned day with the required outline or manuscript, unless advance
arrangements are made with the instructor. Due dates for topic approval, speech presentation, and outline
or manuscript submission are in the Tentative Schedule of Activities and Class Requirements. When
required, fully organized and typed preparation outlines must be submitted when speeches are presented.
The speaking manuscript, when required, must be typed double space. The written paper should be typed,
double-spaced and is subject to evaluation under MLA style. It should be submitted prior to or at the
beginning of class on the assigned date. All tests will be administered in the assigned classroom. The
instructor reserves the right to require the submission of all materials used in a student presentation.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and perspectives during
classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher learning
and to the ability to learn from each other. All discussion is to be conducted in a civil manner. Students
should refrain from tardiness, all social conversations, cell phone use, texting and distractive behavior
during class. Disruptions during lectures and student presentations will result in a reduction of class
participation points or potential administrative withdrawal.
COMMUNICATION
E-mail: TCC provides free email for students. Your college email address is automatically entered in
your Blackboard courses. All communication from your instructors will be sent to this email address. You
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will not be able to change your email address in the Blackboard system. The URL for the college e-mail is
http://www.tulsacc.edu/office365/students. Personal meetings can be arranged by appointment.
Inclement Weather: Check TCC website for institutional announcements regarding inclement weather
or emergency situations. Any other changes in class schedule regarding this course will be sent via email.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT
Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, the TCC
Student Policies & Resources Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule. All
information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu.
ADA POLICY
DISABILITY RESOURCES: 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.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY – PLAGIARISM
Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about one’s own work or about the
work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the
Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College has a policy of delegating certain forms of
authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions delegated to the faculty include,
but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students from classes. In the case of
academic dishonesty, a faculty member may:
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Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a
substitute assignment or test;
Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively
withdraw the student from the class;
Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester. Faculty may request that
disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by submitting such a
request to the Dean of Student Services.
SYLLABUS CHANGES:
This syllabus constitutes the student’s contract for participation and evaluation for Speech 1113. Should a
change or revision in the syllabus be required to accommodate TCC policy or calendar changes or class
scheduling needs, students will be notified in writing and via Blackboard posting.
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