Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: SPCH-1315- Section: 50 Public Speaking

Instructor Information
Instructor	Mary Dubois
E-mail	duboismr@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6330
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 131 Hours: Wednesday's Before or after class. Also by appointment.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	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.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: 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 nonverbal techniques. 5. Demonstrate effective usage of technology when researching and 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.
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. * Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of the content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	n/a
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Textbook will be available in blackboard on the first day. Additional Materials: Notebook for writing and taking notes Materials for creating Visual Aids or access to Powerpoint. Must have ability to print documents for class. Must have access to Blackboard.
Lecture Topics Outline	Late work is not accepted. All work must be typed using correct grammar and spelling. Work not following directions provided for each assignment will not be graded and will receive a zero. To present a speech, you must have a complete typed formal outline and works cited page. Outline and works cited will be part of your speech grade. Plagiarism, written or oral, will result minimally in the failure of the assignment (1st offense) and failure of the course (2nd offense). Appropriate dress is expected for speech days. This will be discussed in class. Late Work Policy: Students are specifically warned that all assignments must be turned in on or before the due date. Absolutely no late written assignments or exams will be accepted. Warning, if a student misses TWO of the major speeches this results in an automatic failure of the course. You cannot make up the Group Speech. Attendance: For evaluated activities such as tests or presentations no absences will be allowed. Excuses will be considered only where conditions are clearly beyond the student's control and must be documented. Participation: Class attendance and participation is strongly encouraged. Attendance will be taken regularly. Your active participation in all class discussions and activities is very important to the success of this course and is expected. I measure class participation based on the following criteria: arriving to class on time; paying attention during short lectures; attentive watching and listening to screenings of films, songs, or other media; respectful listening when I or your peers are speaking; your ability to be fully engaged in your learning without texting, checking your phone or email, or participating in other digital distractions; your ability to stay awake, etc. It is expected that students will display mature behavior in the classroom. Be responsible for your actions and treat your classmates, instructor and yourself with respect at all times. Failure to do so may result in your removal from the classroom. I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you need to discuss your grades, please come to my office or make an appointment to discuss in person. Communicating with Professor Dubois: My preferred method of contact is email. ?    Please email me at duboismr@lamarpa.edu I check email regularly. When you email, please include your first and last name and the class and section in which you are enrolled. ?    If you do not receive an email reply from me within 24 hours please email again. Occasionally emails do not come through or put in clutter file and I want to be certain I get your message! ?    DO NOT MESSAGE ME THROUGH BLACKBOARD! SEND ALL EMAILS TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS LISTED ABOVE. The instructor will deal with non-compliance of above issues and other situations which may arise on a case-by- case basis.
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 Course Intro Week 2 Introduction to Communication, Public Speaking Week 3 Ethics, Free Speech, Audience Analysis Week 4 Introduction Speeches Week 5 Preparing the Speech, Informative Speaking Week 6 Crafting A Speech, Organizing, Developing Outlining Week 7 Midterms Week 8 Delivering A Speech, Presentation Aids Week 9 Informative Speeches Week 10 Principals of Persuasion Week 11 Speaking on Special Occasions, Problem Solution, MMS Week 12 Persuasive Speeches Week 13 Thanksgiving Holiday Week 14 Communicating in Groups and Group Work Week 15 Group Presentations Monroes Motivated Sequence Week 16 Final Exams
Final Exam Date	December 9, 2021 - 9:0 AM   Through  December 9, 2021 - 10:0 AM
Grading Scale	This course will be graded on a point scale. 1000-900 = A 899 - 800 = B 799-700=C 699 - 600 = D 599 or below = F Speech Presentations: 125 each = 500 points (speeches: Introduction, informative, persuasive, and group presentation) Exams: (Midterm, Final)= 200 points Written Assignments= 300 points
Determination of Final Grade	Speeches 50% Exams 20% Written Assignments 30%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Late work is not accepted. All work must be typed using correct grammar and spelling. Work not following directions provided for each assignment will not be graded and will receive a zero. To present a speech, you must have a complete typed formal outline and works cited page. Outline and works cited will be part of your speech grade. Plagiarism, written or oral, will result minimally in the failure of the assignment (1st offense) and failure of the course (2nd offense). Appropriate dress is expected for speech days. This will be discussed in class. Late Work Policy: Students are specifically warned that all assignments must be turned in on or before the due date. Absolutely no late written assignments or exams will be accepted. Warning, if a student misses TWO of the major speeches this results in an automatic failure of the course. You cannot make up the Group Speech. Attendance: For evaluated activities such as tests or presentations no absences will be allowed. Excuses will be considered only where conditions are clearly beyond the student's control and must be documented. Participation: Class attendance and participation is strongly encouraged. Attendance will be taken regularly. Your active participation in all class discussions and activities is very important to the success of this course and is expected. I measure class participation based on the following criteria: arriving to class on time; paying attention during short lectures; attentive watching and listening to screenings of films, songs, or other media; respectful listening when I or your peers are speaking; your ability to be fully engaged in your learning without texting, checking your phone or email, or participating in other digital distractions; your ability to stay awake, etc. It is expected that students will display mature behavior in the classroom. Be responsible for your actions and treat your classmates, instructor and yourself with respect at all times. Failure to do so may result in your removal from the classroom. I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you need to discuss your grades, please come to my office or make an appointment to discuss in person. Communicating with Professor Dubois: My preferred method of contact is email. ?    Please email me at duboismr@lamarpa.edu I check email regularly. When you email, please include your first and last name and the class and section in which you are enrolled. ?    If you do not receive an email reply from me within 24 hours please email again. Occasionally emails do not come through or put in clutter file and I want to be certain I get your message! ?    DO NOT MESSAGE ME THROUGH BLACKBOARD! SEND ALL EMAILS TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS LISTED ABOVE. The instructor will deal with non-compliance of above issues and other situations which may arise on a case-by- case basis.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Attendance is expected and on-time. You are allowed three absences for day section, one absence for evening section. Students are responsible for all information presented in the course regardless of attendance record. Absences on scheduled presentation dates will result in a zero on the assignment. Late work is not accepted.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	Blackboard: We will access and use Blackboard for this course. Various documents, videos, discussions and assignments, quizzes and exams will be uploaded into Blackboard. All grades will be kept in the Blackboard "grade book". Please check it frequently as I post messages, documents and assignments regularly. For help with accessing Blackboard please call Contact the HelpDesk for assistance by E-mail HelpDesk@lamarpa.edu or by phone (409) 984-6150 during normal business
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.