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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.
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Course Title: Public Speaking
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Course Prefix & Number: SPCH1315
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Section Number: 101
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Term Code: 162S
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 48
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural diversity, and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations.
[Rev. Fall 2012 THECB]
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Course Type:
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o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
X - Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o - WECM Course
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Name of Instructor:
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Jill Swarner
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville – 502B
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731 ext. 4301
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E-mail Address:
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jswarner@nctc.edu
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Kristen Weinzapfel
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Office Location:
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Gainesville, Room 502D
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, Ext. 3342
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E-mail Address:
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kweinzapfel @nctc.edu
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
No Required Textbook
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Points Values
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1
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Demonstration Speech
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60
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2
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Group Speech
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60
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3
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Persuasive Speech
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60
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4
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Informative Speech
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60
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5
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Peer Speech
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10
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6
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Impromptu Speech
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10
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7
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In-class exercises
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5-10
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8
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Quizzes
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5-10
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9
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TED Speech
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40
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Students who successfully complete Speech 1315 will meet the following learning outcomes:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational models of communication.
2. Apply elements of audience analysis.
3. Demonstrate ethical speaking and listening skills by analyzing presentations for evidence and logic.
4. Research, develop, and deliver extemporaneous speeches with effective verbal and non-verbal techniques.
5. Demonstrate effective usage of technology when researching and/or presenting speeches.
6. Identify how culture, ethnicity, and gender influence communication.
7. Develop proficiency in presenting a variety of speeches as an individual or group (e.g. narrative, informative, or persuasive).
[Rev. 8-2012 THECB]
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION and TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
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SLO
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Topic
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General Description of Subject Matter
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1,3
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Peer Speeches/Outlining
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Assign Peer Intro Speech
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3
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Outlining Lecture
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1,2,3,4
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Intro Speeches
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3
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Demonstration Speeches/MLA format/Delivery/Visual Aids/Impromptu Speeches
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Assign Demonstration Speech
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2,3,4
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Library/Research/MLA Session
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Speaker Anxiety Lecture
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Delivery Lecture
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5
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Visual Aids/PowerPoint Lecture
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Impromptu Speeches
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3
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Demonstration Outlines
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1,2,3,4,5
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Demonstration Speeches
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Supporting Materials Lecture
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Group Speeches
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Assign Group Speech
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Group Lecture
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6
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Group Exercises
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Group Outlines
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1,2,3,4,5,7
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Group Speeches
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Persuasive Speeches
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Assign Persuasive Speech
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Persuasive Lecture
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3
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Persuasive Outline
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1,2,3,4,5
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Persuasive Speeches
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Informative Speeches
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Assign Informative Speech
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3
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Informative Outlines
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1.2,3,4,5
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Informative Speeches
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1,2,3,4,5
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Final Exam
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TED Speech
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Last day to Withdraw
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For the Spring 2017 semester, the last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 6, 2017.
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Student Rights & Responsibilities
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NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.
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Scholastic Integrity
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Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
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Disability
Accommodations
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The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc.
On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).
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Core Objectives
- Critical Thinking Skills - to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information
- Communication Skills - to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication
- Teamwork - to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal
- Personal Responsibility - to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making