AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE East Rizal Campus

Effectivity Date: January 14, 2013 Course Code: ENGLO309 Course unit: 3.0

COURSE MODULE
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES SPEECH COMMUNICATION 1
1.0 Course Description This course covers the basic principles of effective speech communication such as pronunciation, articulation, enunciation, intonation and vocal flexibility; it also includes theories, mechanics, and techniques of speech composition and delivery with emphasis on practical speaking experiences and awareness of audience psychology that will be used in any varied speech situations. 2.0 Course Objectives At the end of the term, the students should be able to: 1. Express ideas, feelings, and emotions clearly and effectively. 2. Understand the major concepts concerning speech communication. 3. Gain access to a range of communication skills. 4. Participate in and enjoy various oral communication activities through effective listening and speaking. 5. Establish the habit of distinct articulation and the use of well-modulated, conversational and natural tone in oral expression. 3.0 Course Requirements a. b. c. d. e. Individual graded recitation Participation in group dynamics Quizzes, written outputs, papers Seat works, assignments, Projects Major Examinations PRELIM 40% 10% 50% 100% MIDTERM 40% 10% 50% 100% FINALS 40% 10% 50% 100%

4.0 Grading System: Quizzes Participation / Attendance Major Exam TOTAL

FINAL GRADE = PRELIM (30%) + MIDTERM (30%) + FINALS (40%) 5.0 Course Program Time Frame (No. of Hours) WEEK 1 Topics I. Introduction and orientation to the course II. Nature of Language, the Symbol System a. Definition of Language b. Features of Language c. Characteristics of Language Specific Objectives The students should be able to appreciate the subject The students should be able to appreciate the subject and get familiar with the requirements. Strategies Lecture Discussion Reference or instruction to be used Evaluation

Lecture Discussion

AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE East Rizal Campus

Effectivity Date: January 14, 2013 Course Code: ENGLO309 Course unit: 3.0

COURSE MODULE
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES SPEECH COMMUNICATION 1

Time Frame (No. of Hours)

Topics III. The Communication Process a. The Communication Cycle b. Theories and Levels of c. Communication Barriers to Communication d. Verbal and NonVerbal Communication

Specific Objectives The students should be able to identify the elements of communication and show how it takes place; differentiate the theories & levels of communication; identify the barriers to effective communication and compare verbal & non-verbal communication

Strategies

Reference or instruction to be used

Evaluation

WEEK 2

Lecture Discussion Workshop

WEEK 3

IV. Speech Terms Resonance, Pitch, Range, Volume, Intensity, Rate, Pronunciation, Inflection, Poise, Flexibility, Posture, Emphasis, Gesture, Pause, Audience Contact, Enunciation, Delivery V. The Effective Voice a. Intelligibility 1. Volume 2. Rate 3. Enunciation 4. Pronunciation b. Variety c. Stress Patterns d. Vocal Emphasis e. Pauses f. Controlling Emotional Quality PRELIM EXAM VI. Public Speaking a. Stage Fright and Speaker's Block b. Building SelfConfidence c. The Audience d. What the Audience Sees

The students should be able to familiarize themselves to the different speech terms and be able to apply them to speech situations.

WEEK 4

The students should be able to recognize the characteristics of an effective voice and apply these principles to speech situations.

WEEK 5

WEEK 6

The students should be able to distinguish the causes of stage fright & the ways on how to overcome them by developing self-confidence and being able to analyze their audience.
Effectivity Date: January 14, 2013 Course Code: ENGLO309

AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE East Rizal Campus

COURSE MODULE Course unit: 3.0

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES SPEECH COMMUNICATION 1

Time Frame (No. of Hours)

Topics VII. Methods of Speaking a. Speeches According to Purpose & Function 1. To Inform 2. To Convince 3. To Persuade 4. To Actuate

Specific Objectives The students should be able familiarize themselves to the different purpose and function of speech & be able to employ proper language, speech development and delivery in achieving the purpose of their speech. The students should be able to differentiate the types of speeches according to manner or mode of delivery and state the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

Strategies

Reference or instruction to be used

Evaluation

WEEK 7

Lecture Discussion Workshop

WEEK 8

b. Speeches According to Manner or Mode of Delivery 1. Impromptu 2. Extemporaneous 3. Read or Manuscript 4. Memorized

c. Speeches According to Occasion 1. Welcome Speech 2. Speech of Introduction 3. Presentation Speech 4. Nomination Speech 5. Acceptance Speech 6. Other Special Types d. The Program VIII. Steps in Speech Preparation a. Selecting the Topic b. Scanning the Audience c. Determining the Specific Speech Purpose d. Organizing and Outlining the Speech c. Gathering the Supporting materials d. Giving the Speech impact through language and style e. Giving the Speech impact through audiovisual aids. MIDTERM EXAM

The students should be able to employ multiple techniques in delivering speech according to occasion; and be familiar with the proper set-up of a program.

WEEK 9

The students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the essential steps in speech preparation, and be able to prepare a speech using an appropriate method of presentation

WEEK 10