COM 225: Public Speaking
ASU Fall 2013 • T/Th 4:30-5:45 PM • SL #70374

Instructor: Dr. Karen Stewart Office: Stauffer Hall 220
E-mail: Karen.A.Stewart@asu.edu Office Hours: Monday and Tuesday 1:30-3:00pm
Phone: 480-965-5095 (HDSHC main office) and by appointment

WELCOME TO COM 225!

The purpose of this course is to enable you to better understand theories and practices of public speaking. This course is designed to improve not only your delivery techniques but also your speech-writing and persuasion abilities. Additionally, this course is arranged to develop the skills necessary for you to critically evaluate both written and spoken speeches of others and to enter the public dialogue on issues that are important to you and your life.

I am confident there is much to gain from the study of public speaking. The skills developed by engaging in this course work have practical applications in each of your lives. Although your participation may take place in various forms and environments, each of you will inevitably face the task of delivering, constructing, or consuming speeches. Developing your public speaking skills will prepare you for school or work presentations, job interviews, political campaigns, community meetings, and many other situations as well.

BENEFITS OF THIS COURSE

The objectives of this course are to: • Improve your speech delivery • Understand the ability to create effective speeches • Improve your listening skills • Improve your ability to think critically on a variety of subjects and genres • Improve your research skills • Develop skills to analyze your own and other’s speeches • Build greater confidence in yourself when speaking in front of others • Develop greater physical and psychological comfort when speaking in front of others • Improve your