Course: The Art of Public Speaking

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Does speaking in public make you feel nervous? If so, you've come to the right place.
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  Announcements Forum
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  Introductory Video Video Time
Lecture 1: Introduction & Importance of Speaking
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  Discussion #1: Why is learning how to speak important? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
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  Discussion #2: What are the different functions of speech? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
- How Public Speaking Can Benefit Your Life
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  Explanation: Importance of Oral Communication Video Time
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  Reflection: What are the consequences of not being able to speak in public? Forum
  
  Due: Monday, 20 May 2024, 12:00 PM
Lecture 2: Problems & Solutions
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  Discussion #1: What are some common problems students face when speaking in public? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
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  Discussion #2: What solutions can you come up with for the problems you mentioned above? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
- Presentation: Good vs Bad Examples
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  Explanation: Most Common Problems Video Time
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  Explanation: Solutions Video Time
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  Exercise: Video Evaluation #1 Assignment
  
  Opened: Tuesday, 28 May 2024, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 12:00 AM
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  Reflection: What problems have you personally experienced when giving a presentation and what solutions do you think work best for you? Forum
  
  Due: Monday, 20 May 2024, 9:00 AM
Lecture 3: Characteristics of Great Public Speakers
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  Discussion: What are some characteristics of great public speakers in your opinion? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
- 7 Presentation Tips to Leave an Impression
- 3 Tips to Boost Your Confidence
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  Explanation: Top 12 Tips for Becoming a Better Presenter Video Time
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  Exercise: Video Evaluation #2 Assignment
  
  Opened: Tuesday, 28 May 2024, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 12:00 AM
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  Reflection: What is your strongest characteristic as a speaker and what area do you need to personally work on? Forum
  
  Due: Monday, 20 May 2024, 12:00 PM
Lecture 4: Importance of Listening
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  Discussion: Why is listening important? Is there a difference between "listening" and "hearing"? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
- 4 Things All Great Listeners Do
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  Explanation: The Importance of Listening Video Time
- Assignment
  
  Exercise: Video Task Assignment
  
  Opened: Tuesday, 28 May 2024, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 12:00 AM
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  Reflection: What can you do to personally become a better listener? Forum
  
  Due: Monday, 20 May 2024, 12:00 PM
Lecture 5: Application & Feedback
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  Reflection: After going through all the previous lectures, what can you personally do to start giving better presentations? Where can you start? Forum
  
  Due: Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 8:40 PM
- How to Start a Speech
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  Exercise: Four-Minute Presentation Assignment
  
  Opened: Tuesday, 28 May 2024, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 12:00 AM
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