DMJN313/OL313
Public Speaking
0.5 Credit

Hours per week:
  • Lecture/Discussion: 3

This course teaches students the principles and practices of speech writing and public speaking. Social scientific research related to effective messaging and persuasion is discussed and applied to the construction and delivery of the students' speeches. In addition to impromptu speeches, students will be required to research, write and deliver prepared speeches to the class. Speeches will focus on communicating to audiences in such contexts as: social gatherings, academic fora, community and business meetings, and press conferences. (Cross-listed as OL313.)

Additional Course Information
Prerequisites
Registration status: senior student.
Exclusions
JN313, OL313.