COM 357 - Public speaking Syllabus - Spring 2014

Public SpeaKing COM 357 - Syllabus

Why are we so scared of public speaking?

Mission POSSIBLE: Objectives and Policies.

What type of audience member will you be? & Much MORE! Spring 2014 Edition

Public Speaking

From the Editor

Why are we so scared of public speaking?

Contents Break it Down!

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A breakdown of assignments, points, and grade scale

Mission: Possible!

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Learn about the mission of this class and the objectives.

P4 Ask Adam!

Adam tackles the tough questions about policies and success!

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Quiz Time!

What type of audience member will you be?

P5 Credits Special Thanks: “The Dream Team� for coming up with the idea for a magazine style assignment in COM 353.

Steven Ledsworth - for all his help with colors/design/inspiration for this project.

All former students for being innovative and inspiring me to do the same!

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FROM the EDITOR

hy are we so scared of PUBLIC SPEAKING? The better question is, why are we afraid of the words we speak in front of people when we rarely give a second thought to the words we post online? The reality is simple: If your scared of “public speaking,” you probably don’t know what it is. If you think you are not “a good public speaker” you probably haven’t practiced.

That said, put your fears aside. The reality is you shouldn’t know what public speaking is NOR what it entails. That’s why you’re reading this right now. Do yourself a favor, keep reading. In order to understand public speaking and begin practicing correctly you have to understand what this class entails. Most people do poorly in this class simply becuase they never take the time to understand the expectations. I will lay them out CLEARLY in this magazine in the most creative way that I can given the nature of a syllabus. The reality is although this “looks” and “reads” like a magazine, it is a BINDING CONTRACT. Treat it as one. Also, treat this class as more than just a means to end. Your life could be changed if you set aside your preconceived notions of what public speaking is as well as what you think is expected out of you.

Fixed-Term Faculty

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Central Michigan University

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Speech 4: MOVE us Speech: 44 Objective: Design a speech points that celebrates the life or acOutline: 9 points complishments of someTotal: 53 Points one close to you.

Speech 3: PERSUADE us Speech: 75 points Objective: Sell your audience Outline: 25 points on an idea that we would Total: 100 Points normally disagree with.

Weeks 9 -13

(LEFT): Each speech builds off where the last speech left us. It is in your best interests to see the connections, similarities, and sometimes differences in each speech.

Weeks 14 -16

Speeches & Outlines

Objective: Explain a new idea/concept that is relevant to your audience and in a way they can understand.

Speech: 64 points Outline: 36 points Total: 100 Points

Speech 1: ENLIGHTEN us Objective: Learn the basics Speech: 35 points to delivering a speech by Outline: 27 points explaining a well known Total: 62 Points proverb/quotation and arguing it’s truth in today’s society.

Weeks 1-3

Weeks 4-7

Speech 2: INFORM us

Speech Point Total: 315 Points

All Other Assignments Speech Reflections

2 Reflections Total @ 10 points each (Information provided via BlackBoard). = 20 points

Class Total: 468 Points

Homeworks 18 HW’s Total @ 3 points each (minus 2 free missed homeworks) = 48 points

Peer-Reviews

Final Exam

Speech Day Attendance

4 Peer-Reviews 1 Final on “Final MWF - 3 free absences @ 5 points each Examination Day” TR - 2 free absences (See Schedule for Loss of 5 points from (Day before time/day) FIRST SPEECH TOTAL after each DAY) missed speech day = 60 points = 20 points after freebies.

A (94-100%) B+ (87-89%) C+ (77-79%) D+ (67-69%) E (0-59%) A- (90-93%) B (83-86) C (73-76%) D (63-66%)

B- (80-82%) C- (70-72%) D- (60-72%)

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Mission:POSSIBLE YOUR

MISSION

CHOOSE TO

ACCEPT IT

MAJOR OBJECTIVE: Create and deliver powerful speeches that are memorable by learning how to....

1. ORGANIZE four different speeches in the appropriate manner keeping in mind the setting and audience.

2. OUTLINE speeches to highlight your major arguments in a logical and credible fashion.

3. CRITICALLY EVALUATE your own work as well as others.

4. ADAPT your communication in regard to your preferred ethical perspective.

OTHER OBJECTIVES:Course Policies 1. SPEECH DAY ATTENDANCE: You are allowed TWO speech day absences. Doctors notes are not excusable. Please use absences for emergencies and sickness and NOT SKIPPING. 2. HW: Homework is to be done BEFORE class and IN COMPLETE sentences. Each HW is “credit/ no credit.� If homework is not completed and/or incomplete sentences you will not receive credit.

3. BEREAVEMENT: In the unfortunate case that you lose a loved one contact Adam immediately.

4. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: I will not tolerate the use of speeches created by others and/or plagiarism. Failure to do so will result in a failed grade.

CMU provides students with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in educational programs, activities or services. Students with disabilities requiring (LEFT) I will not forbid electronic accommodations to participate in class activities or meet course devices in my classroom. However, requirements should contact me (privately) immediately.

I do ask that you refrain from using them DURING SPEECHES. As the infographic shows, electronic devices distract you in class much more than they help. At times I WILL ASK YOU TO PUT AWAY electronic devices as it does not only distract YOU but also those around you.

What type of Audience member will you be in this class?

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Which scenario BEST represents you In most of your classes

BORED & PASSIVE

SOMEWHAT ENGAGED

ACTIVE PARTICIPANT

ATTENDANCE: When you do show up, you’re rarely prepared and do not take notes.

ATTENDANCE: You show up prepared and ready to take notes most of the time.

ATTENDANCE: You show up prepared, ready to take notes, and willing to learn all of the time.

PARTICIPATION: You sit back and rarely participate with questions and comments if at all.

PARTICIPATION: You offer valuable input and strong questions from time-to-time.

PARTICIPATION: I ask others to participate since you offer so many great ideas!

(LEFT) How would you feel if you had to deliver speeches to this crowd?

Be an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT and see how you are

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changed!

Dress for SUCCESS! MEN 1. Shirts should be ironed and tucked in.

2. Faded T-shirts, shorts, or torn clothing attire are NOT appropriate.

3. Suit jacket is NOT required. Tie is recommended.

4. Black or brown dress shoes should replace street shoes.

WOMEN 1. Please dress comfortably and appropriate.

2. Dress pants and “dressy” shirts are acceptable.

3. Leggings are not appropriate dress pants (unless worn as tights under a dress or a skirt).

(ABOVE): According to Forbes Magazine in 2013,“Respect, confidence, and self empowerment can ALL START with your diligence to apparel.

Prepare yourself as if you were planning to interview or your next big promotion. Dress in a way that is comfortable to you and in a stylistic manner that makes you feel fresh, professional, and well put together.”

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COMMON QUESTIONS

I waited until the last minute to do my speech and due to a family emergency I cannot prepare my speech in time - what will happen?

- Lisa

from COAST to COAST

I got sick after missing two speech days, will I lose points if I have a doctors note for my third absence? -Nick

Dear Doctor’s Note Nick, You are supposed to use your Dear Last Minute Lisa, absences wisely so that when you get sick you If you did not upload your outline the day have absences. You will lose points. Rememit was due you will not be able to give your ber, class time is important - save your speech speech. BUT, if you did upload your out- day absences for emergencies. Get well soon! line on time via blackboard, we will How can I be successful in this class if I disccuss a penalty given the severiam bad at public speaking? - Annie ty of the situation. The sooner you contact me the better your chances!

Dear Anxious Annie, Fear of public speaking is COMPLETELY What’s the best way to contact you? I have NORMAL! Did you know it takes 10,000 an emergency! - Katie hours of DEEP PRACTICE to become an exDear Communicate Carefully Katie, pert at something? How many hours have you Great question, I’m so glad you asked. The best logged in public speaking? way to contact me is through E-mail. Please Winston Churchill had keep in mind UNLESS IT IS A WEEKEND I a very bad stutter and will get back to you within 24 HOURS. If I do as a result had to pracNOT, e-mail me again. In the case you e-mail tice for hours on end. me on a Saturday or Sunday, expect to hear Don’t fear practice, it’s back from me Monday Morning, first thing. the best way to get better!

Real Questions from real students. Answered by Adam! READ CAREFULLY.

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