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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 listening. The main purpose of the communication skills is to sharpen the speaking and
presentation skills of every student. By the end of the course, students should be capable of delivering an
effective speech relating to a specific topic, issue, or question from an academic discipline including subjects
related to the core curriculum and the student’s major field of study.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After completing this course, students will be able to;
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the content accurately.
2. Apply ideas and concepts clearly and logically.
3. Validate an accurate awareness of implications drawn from the information presented.
4. Synthesize arguments of presentations accurately and effectively.
5. Become proficient and skilful in concluding presentations appropriately and professionally.
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1. Narrative Speech:
A 3-5 minute speech in which students will speak of a story from their personal life experience (s). This speech is
a way for students to introduce themselves to the class and commence public speaking. Such speeches will make
them more comfortable with their surroundings making a speech class manageable. The speech carries 05 points
of the total course grade.
2. Oral Interpretation:
A 3-5 minute presentation that focuses on dynamic performance. The overall emphasis of this speech is delivery
and the student’s ability to interpret and convey a message clearly. An original introduction is required for this
speech. This presentation worth 05 points of the total course grade.
3. Persuasive Speech:
A 3-5 minute speech, accompanied by a formal outline, focuses on arguments and reasoning and should be
designed to persuade the audience for or against a question of policy. Students will be expected to advance
formal claims and support them with evidence and reasoning.
Further, each student will be cross-examined by the class for 1-2 minutes following the speech.
This speech is worth 05 points of the total course grade.
Speech Grading:
Speaking assignments and outlines will be graded on content, structure, language, and delivery. Should a student
fail to appear in class the day he/she assigned to speak, the grade and credit associated with the speech will be
forfeited. In other words, an unexcused absence on student’s assigned speech day will result in a ZERO for that
assignment. Documented illness or emergencies are the only exceptions to this policy! If one of these situations
occurs, the student must contact the teacher immediately to not be penalized. NO MAKE UP work will be
accepted without proper documentation and communication with the teacher.
Textbook(s):
Verderber. K.S., Verderber.R.F. (2012) The Challenge of Effective Speaking . Wordsworth USA. 15th edition
Reference Book(s):
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Learning Outcomes (Los):
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Course Outline:
Week Contents Activities
(Case studies, role-plays, movie clips, exercises,
presentations, home assignments)
1 The beginners’ check Class Activity:
Importance of Communication Starter, showing a video clips, ice breaker
skills A quote on oral communication to generate whole class
Tips and the four major discussion
factors involved in
communication
Goals, types, channels, and
barriers in communication
2 The differences between oral Home Assignment:
and written com... Read an article of your choice from any newspaper/magazine
A talk on plagiarism and come prepare to discuss in class what you read (with
THE ART OF CONVERSATION reference)
Verbal and non verbal Class Activity:
Advanced reading article Discussions on the articles read.
3 The Seven Cs of Video watch:
Communication A video on team work will be shown
Non-discriminatory language Class Activity:
Audience Analysis Students will identify the problems and revise the sentences
You attitude using you-attitude.
Home Assignment:
Choose a topic to convey a message using verbal and non
verbal communication
4 PHONETICS Video watch:
Interactive phonemic chart A funny video on English pronunciation
from British Council Website Class Activity: (role play)
Guidelines to Listening and 1. Conveying message through short plays Quiz# 1 (5)
Speaking 5 to 8 min for each play
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Making/ Giving Presentations Brochures will be presented in class (group work)
12 Managing Conflicts Video Watch: This is a hilarious one but at the same time
What is Interpersonal there are great points. It's a win-win video!
Conflict? Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e632M8qEdyw
What are some popular views
of conflict? Home Assignment: Students will work on role plays on
Different Styles of Managing Conflict Management Styles.
Conflicts. Class activity: Communication Skills will be used that
promote successful Conflict Management
13 ETHICS CASE STUDIES Group work will be done
Group discussions
14 Practice Impromptu and Students will be given different topics and asked to present
extemporaneous speaking off the cuff.
15 Mega Presentations Grand Mega Presentations will enable students to deliver and
present group presentations to large audiences in the
auditorium.
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Marks Distribution of 100%:
Quizzes
Assignments/Case Studies: 20
Project/Project presentations: 15
Mid-term 25
Final Exam 40
Total 100
References:
1. Communication skills(2004) by Ferguson Library 2nd edition USA
2. Ellen, K. 2002. Maximize Your Presentation Skills: How to Speak, Look and Act on Your
Way to the Top
3. Mandel, S. 2000. Effective Presentation Skills: A Practical Guide Better Speaking
4. Schwartzman. R., (2014) Fundamentals of Oral Communication Edition 3rd, Kendall
Hunt Publishing company
5. Hybels.S., Weaver.R., (2011) Communicating Effectively Edition: 10th , McGraw Hill
Companies, Inc.,
6. Gallo. C., (2014) Talk like Ted Edition 1st, St. Martin Press, New York