PUBLIC SPEAKING
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Course Code
Credit
Equivalent Course
Prerequisite
Coordinator
Program Level
Instruction Language
Applicable for TESOL Program
Requirement in TESOL Program
Semester in TESOL Program
Applicable for Translation & Interpretation Program
Requirement in Translation & Interpretation Program
Semester in Translation & Interpretation Program
Overview
This course is intended for year-4 students of English major at UTE-HCMC. It is designed to assist students in developing public speaking skills. Students are trained in selecting and organizing ideas; adapting a message to a particular audience; supporting ideas clearly, vividly, and logically; and delivering an effective message with self confidence and enthusiasm.
During the course, attention will be focused upon providing an atmosphere of positive reinforcement and constructive feedback. Students are encouraged to help each other with suggestions for improvement. The basic philosophy of this course is that public speaking involves skills which can be mastered by anyone with motivation and determination.
Objectives
Objectives | Description |
G1 | Purpose and fundamental knowledge of public speaking |
G2 | Selecting and organizing ideas; adapting a message to a particular audience; supporting ideas clearly, vividly, and logically; and delivering an effective message with self confidence and enthusiasm |
G3 | Communicative skills; team work skills. |
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes |
Description |
G1 |
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G2 |
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G3 |
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Materials
Coursebook:
Lucas, S. E. (2010). The Art of Public Speaking (10th ed.).
References:
Clark, R. W., & Clinton, B. L. (1994). Effective Speech Communication. New York: Glencoe.
Simmons, C. (1996). Public Speaking Made Simple. New York: Doubleday.
Assessment
Assignments | Percentages | |
Mid-term |
In-class discussion |
10% 20% 20% |
Final tests | Evaluating a speech | 50% |
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