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Thornton SPEECH
1610 2007-08
FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
SYLLABUS
COURSE
DESCRIPTION: In this course students will be introduced to the basic
principles of speech communication, such as anxiety reduction, selection of
topics, audience analysis, research techniques, organization and
presentation skills including the use of computer technology and
presentation software. Assignments may include informative speeches, group
discussions, oral readings, and persuasive speeches.
TEXT:
Public Speaking for College and Career by Hamilton Gregory, 8th
edition
REQUIRED
MATERIALS:
One
(1) DVD + RW PRE FORMATTED Recordable disc
A
three ring binder
Three (3) Scantrons – form No. 886 – E ‘Mini Essay Book’
COURSE
GOALS:
1. Develop confidence in your ability to communicate.
2.
Recognize your strengths and weaknesses in oral communication.
3.
Develop skills in organization and speech preparation.
4.
Develop listening skills.
5.
Develop vocal and nonverbal speech skills.
6.
Develop skills in evaluating oral communication.
7.
Develop an understanding of and respect for individuals and their ideas.
GENERAL
EDUCATION ATTRIBUTES:
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to communicate effectively
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to think critically
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to acquire interpersonal and personal development skills
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to learn independently and collaboratively
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to be technologically and scientifically literate
- to appreciate diversity and
commonality.
ATTENDANCE:
Attendance is necessary in a speech class as speakers need an audience.
Please do not arrive late or leave early as it will disrupt the speakers and
will affect your absences. High absenteeism will result in a loss of your
participation points. (More than 6 hours of absence is ‘high’.) Students
with high absenteeism risk being withdrawn from the class (WF). If you
are absent please call another member of the class to get notes and to make
sure our schedule has not changed.
LATE
ASSIGNMENTS: Class time is very precious. If an emergency prohibits
you from giving your speech on the assigned date, you must call the
instructor before class begins to make arrangements to make up your
speech.
If you are
unprepared for a speech or simply do not show up on the day that you are
scheduled to speak, you will be able to make up the speech but your grade
will be lowered by one grade. You may not make up more than one late
speech.
Final speeches
not delivered on the assigned day will require documentation of an emergency
which prohibited you from attending class. Failure to prepare and
present the final speech will result in a failing grade for the course.
WRITTEN
ASSIGNMENTS: All written assignments including outlines must be typed.
Typed outlines are to be used for all speeches and must be turned in to me
before you deliver your speech. Prepare a brief version of your
outline as your speaker’s notes to use when practicing and delivering your
speech. Speeches delivered without a typed outline and bibliography (when
appropriate) will be reduced by one grade. Several self-analysis essays are
also required. If you are unable to come to class, email your assignments
or drop them off at my office.
NO HANDWRITTEN PAPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
TESTS:
There will be three (3) tests which will be a combination of objective
questions (true/false, multiple choice, matching), short answer and essay.
THERE WILL BE NO MAKE UP TESTS.
TUTORING:
Free tutoring is available in the Academic Support Center (ASC) in K 100.
(248)
522-3435. In addition to tutoring in subject areas, and drop-in writing
tutoring the ASC also has a computer lab and offers help with computer
programs including PowerPoint which you are required to use in
this course. Always bring a copy of your assignment along with your rough
draft when meeting with a tutor.
ADA
NOTIFICATION: Students requiring special assistance (including those
affected by the
American
Disabilities Act) should contact the PASS office which will inform the
instructor of any special conditions pertaining to their learning. For more
information, contact the Orchard Ridge PASS Department (K 111) 248-522-3480.
EVALUATIONS:
After each speech you will receive written evaluations and a grade. Save
all speech evaluations, papers and recordings until the end of the semester
so your can review your progress (and write your self analysis essay).
GRADES &
MARKS: Grades will be based on a point system and your total number of
points for the semester will determine your final grade. A through F grades
will be assigned to all students who complete the class, or who do not
officially withdraw.
GRADING
SCALE:
88 to 89 % = B+ 78
to79 % = C+ 68 to 69 % = D+
92 to 100% = A 82 to 87 % = B 72 to 77 % = C 60
to 67 % = D
90 to 91 % = A- 80 to 81 % = B- 71 to 72 % = C-
Below 60% = F
W – Student
initiated withdrawal: The student is responsible to submit appropriate
documents to withdraw officially from the course during the time specified
for the academic period.
WF and WP –
Faculty initiated withdrawal: These marks must be requested by the
student and will be considered, under emergency circumstances to indicate
insufficient class work to merit a passing grade. It will not be
automatically assigned in place of an F.
INCOMPLETE:
A student must have completed about 75% of the class and have a valid reason
for being unable to complete the class. Students must request the mark from
the instructor before the end of the last week of classes. To make up an
Incomplete, see the instructor during the next semester and make an
appointment to complete the missed work. If the work is not completed in
the allotted time, the I will become a WP.
PLAGIARISM:
“Cheating – No student shall engage in behavior which, in the judgment
of the instructor of the class, may be construed as cheating. This may
include, but is not limited to, plagiarism or other forms of academic
dishonesty such as the acquisition (without permission) of tests or other
academic materials and/or distribution of same. This includes students who
aid and abet, as well as those who attempt such behavior.” OCC Student
Information & Services Guide.
Students who plagiarize or cheat on a test, paper or speech will receive a
FAILING GRADE for that work and, based on the severity, risk failing the
entire class.
SPECIAL
NOTES:
Baseball caps, hats and hoodies are NOT appropriate attire
in the business world or in a communication class. If others can not see
your eyes and face they can not communicate effectively with you – and you
can not communicate effectively with them. Plan on having ‘good hair days’.
Ear jacks, buds and other electronic audio devices are also not
appropriate in a communication setting.
All cell phones and pagers need to be turned OFF during
class as a courtesy to classmates and the instructor. Failure to do so will
result in a loss of participation points. Repeated offenses may result in a
failing grade.
No firearms, weapons or alcohol may be brought on campus or to
class.
SPE 1610
ASSIGNMENTS AND POINTS
POINTS YOUR
POSIBLE SCORE
Brainstorming
Guide
5 _____
Great Moment Speech
15 _____
Visual Aid Speech with
PowerPoint
20 _____
Oral
Reading
20 _____
Library
Hunt
20 _____
Sales Speech to a Special Audience with
Analysis 50 _____
Oral Final:
Symposium
50 _____
Final
Outline
25 _____
TESTS:
There will be three (3) tests during the semester,
50 _____
covering text readings, lectures and class
activities. Only 2
tests will count. There are NO make-up
tests.
_____ _____
_____
SELF ANALYSIS
ESSAY
20 _____
ATTENDANCE /
PARTICIPATION
25
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EXTRA CREDIT (10 points
maximum)
_____
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE 300 _____
To calculate
your grade, add together your points and divide by the possible points
(300). This will give you the percentage. The instructor reserves the right
to add or delete assignments during the semester.
SELF-ANALYSIS TESTS: Starting
Score End of semester score
Communication Apprehension Survey 1 _____ 1 _____
Listening Self Evaluation Sore 2 _____ 2
_____
Listening Profile Score 3
_____ 3 _____
VOICE and EMAIL COURTESY PROCEDURES
1.
For information about class lectures and activities, please check
with another student / study buddy from the class.
2.
Please include the following information when you are leaving a voice
message:
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Your name – first and last
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Your course (Speech 1610)
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Your section (day and time - ex: Thursday morning at 9
o’clock)
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Your specific message
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Your phone number – including the area code
3. For missed assignments, essays or papers:
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Written assignments may be emailed – or dropped off at my
office.
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E-mail: include SPE 1610 in the subject
line .
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Be sure to indicate your NAME, COURSE NUMBER and SECTION (day
and time).
4. I try to respond to E-mail the same day – remember I am only on campus M
– TH.
PHONE NUMBER: 248-522-3693
OFFICE: G 109
MAILBOX: G 110
EMAIL: sethornt@oaklandcc.edu
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