SPC 285 - Advanced Public Speaking

Class: 3 Credits: 3
This course continues the study of principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills. Emphasis will be placed on a deeper understanding of communication theory and on attainment of skills in incorporating media in presentations.

Prerequisite(s): Take SPC 205 and ENG 101 with a minimum grade of “C”.

Course Topics:

Speech Development
Presentation Aids
Speech Organization
Topic Selection
Language and Delivery
Types and Styles of Public Speaking
Group and Interpersonal Communication

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:
None

Grading System:
A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Produce, use, and evaluate tools that enhance a presentation.
Compose, outline, and deliver a speech that includes a presentation aid.
Research, synthesize, and cite in MLA format supporting material utilized in a speech.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Proctored Exams

Face Covering Requirements:
All faculty, staff and students must wear a face mask/covering at all times (absent a medical condition) on all SCC campuses when safe social distancing measures are not possible or difficult to follow. For further details, refer to the Student Guidelines for Face Coverings and Social Distancing on the SCC Coronavirus COVID-19 Information page.

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Academic Misconduct
Add/Drop period
Appeals Process
Class Attendance
Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
Classroom Conduct/Expectations
Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Withdrawal Policy

Official Course Syllabus
2020-2021