Public Speaking

Introduction to public speaking in a diverse society; from start to finish - your first speech; addressing cultural diversity; listening; speakers and pluralistic audiences; selecting your topic and purpose; researching your speech in the electronic age; choosing supporting materials; organizing your ideas; beginning and ending your speech; outlining your speech; visual aids - from chalkboard to computer; choosing effective language; delivering your speech; informative speaking; methods of reasoning and persuasion; persuasive speaking.