COMM 1A - Introduction to Speech

    Recent Professors
    Mariella Thaning, Daniel DeVere
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    38–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of COMM 1A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1C · IGETC Area 1C · CSU GE Area A1
    Description
    Interactive course introducing the theory and practice of communication, rhetoric, and public speaking. Students will deliver informative and persuasive speeches, learn about key areas in communication studies, such as speaking in a democratic society, rhetorical theory, active listening, intercultural and interpersonal communication, and small group communication, and provide peer speeches. Focus on confidence building.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:00pm–8:50pm, Mon Wed 10:00am–11:15am, Thu 9:30am–12:20pm, Tue 1:30pm–4:20pm