Advanced Public Speaking

This course is designed to build and expand upon COM 2010: Public Speaking. The chief emphasis is placed upon the understanding and application of the principles of effective speech communication and public speaking by preparing carefully delivered speeches that are appropriate for your audience, the speech purpose, and the assignment. Attention will be given to public speaking strategies, research, the "3 Vs" of message impact (visual, vocal, verbal), supplemental media use (e.g. PowerPoint), and the effective delivery of different types of speeches used extensively in business and the professions.Prerequisite: COM 2010.