Amy F. London
"In our everyday lives we speak differently to diverse audiences. We communicate best by choosing that way of speaking that is informed by the particularity and uniqueness of whom we are speaking to and with" -- bell hooks
Contact Info: email: alondon@vcccd.net
phone: 805)986-5800 x 1943
office: LS "C"
Spring 2005 Office Hours: M.T.W.Th. 2:00-3:00pm
Spring 2005 Course Times:
Speech 101: MWF 11am, 12pm, & 1pm
TR 11am & 12:30pm
Speech 101: MWF Syllabus
TR Syllabus
Speech 101 Course Information:
Course Description
This course is designed as an introduction to the study of the human communication process with an emphasis on effective public communication. The course includes intensive practice in public speaking, reasoning, critical thinking, and critical listening. Speech 101 is an essential general education course teaching effective use and understanding of written and spoken forms of communication.
Student Learning Objectives
I have designed this course to give students the basic skillls needed to survive in the realm of public speaking. Ideally, you will be more comfortable speaking in front of an audience learning to use such tools as visual aids and eye contact. Students will develop effective listening, thinking, and analytical skills while learning to accurately and clearly convey messages in a public venue. This course also highlights the importance of organization, research, and responsibility in academia. It is my hope that students will leave this course with positive feelings toward public speaking and will be able to effectively use and understand basic skills and concepts.
Required Textbook
Devito, J. (2003) The essential elements of public speaking.
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