COMM C1000 - Introduction to Public Speaking

    Recent Professors
    Christopher Lowry, Lisa Wertin, Holland Smith, Kristin Smith, Sara Norval, Brandan Whearty, Marjan Vena, Robert Long and 18 more
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    2–42 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1C · IGETC Area 1C · CSU GE Area A1
    Description
    In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. Emphasis will be placed on the collection, analysis, and organization of material appropriate to typical public address situations, as well as on the linguistic, vocal, and physical skills needed for effective delivery.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 7:50am–9:15am, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue 6:00pm–9:10pm