SPCH-1315-01 - Public Speaking
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
House Bill 2504
Summer II 2018 Course Syllabus
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| Semester | Summer II 2018 | ||||||||||||
| Instructor | Stafford, Laura Johnson | ||||||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6331 | ||||||||||||
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| Course Number | 70009 | ||||||||||||
| Course 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 studentsďż˝ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations. | ||||||||||||
| Course Prerequisites |
None. However::: Use either Internet Explorer, Chrome, or Firefox as the browser only. You will need the current Flash Player to hear and see lectures. |
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| Required Textbooks |
2 Textbook Requirements: * O’Hair, Dan. A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking. 5th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s , 2016. ISBN: 978-1-4576-7040-4 . *Working Guide to Communication Success. Dr. Laura Stafford, 15th ed. 2018.    The lecture packet pages has all the required format guidelines and critique sheets that are necessary for each assignment. (The Lecture packet pages will be on the Lamarpa.edu Blackboard course site in each weekly Learning Module. Some pages are modified for the online class.) Use a 3 –Ring binder to put your Lecture packet pages in because you use it each day and have it in front of you when listening to online lectures. |
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| Attendance Policy | Attendance & Make-Up Policy: Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Multiple assignments are due each week. If you miss 4 days I recommend you drop the class because you will have missed too much to succeed. After a student has missed the submission of 2 speeches or more than 4 written assignments the professor may drop the student officially from the class with the grade you have earned, which may be an “F”. This may affect your financial aid status and if this instructor initiated drop occurs after the first two weeks you can receive an “F” for insufficient work. Attendance is a required aspect of this course and the student is responsible for the work that is due on the specific dates, which appear on the agenda calendar. This course recognizes court appearance and personal hospitalization as excused absences, not work, or doctor’s appointments, Or waking up feeling “under the weather”, or the Internet went down. Course work is still due on assigned dates (Use computers on campus or at local shops with WiFi service. There are 140 pts assigned to your total Audience Conduct Attendance/Participation and when you violate the expectations of the approved behavior in class you will lose points at the discretion of the Professor. Attendance = 80 points of your total grade. 20 class days @ 4 point each: Late to class you lose 2 points for that day. (3 Quizzes total 20 points; & Participatory points from participation on 4 discussion board Forums are worth 40 points.) | ||||||||||||
| Course Grading Scale | 900-1000=A 800-899=B 700-799=C 600-699=D below 599=F | ||||||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Oral: There will be 5 opportunities for you to experience different public speaking situations including: special occasion/informative (100),persuasive with visual support (150), Group persuasive to motivate to take action (200) & Acceptance of an Award (100) & and Exit speech (50). Typed analytical outlines will be required for all of the presentations and are due on the day of presentation submission. Late outline submission will not be accepted. Specific instructions will be given before each assignment and the specific points for each part of the assignment. Written: There will be 3 written exercises to be completed. These are designed to demonstrate your knowledge of listening skills and self-evaluation skills through critical thinking reflection. (20 pts. each) 2 Self-Critique Forms that are filled out when you observe your recorded speeches and 1 outside of class Listening Observations Report over live speeches not recorded events. A 2nd Listening Report is Optional Bonus (10pts) Exams: There will be 2 exams, a mid-term and a final. Both will be objective tests questions taken on-line. It is a requirement to take both exams. The midterm has two parts: Part I is over the Lecture material (audio lectures and Lecture Packet pages 3-43) and Part II is over the textbook material covered in the Pre-Test (Use Pre-Post Test Textbook Review Sheet to study and prepare). The Final Exam has three parts and you are required to take all three parts. 2 parts Textbook and 1 part last Lecture material. In Dr. Stafford's class you will be graded with actual points not percentages. Punctual completion of each assignment earns you a number of real points which you will add up to total your final grade. There will be no curving. You’re My Grades in Blackboard will show you a total of your acquired scores. There are NO RE-TESTS or Re-taking of quizzes or exams. As a performance class it is vital that you are prepared to submit your presentation on the day of the assigned round. All Written Assignments (Typed Outlines, Self-Critiques, Listening Reports, Audience Participation Forms, ) will be submitted through Blackboard Assignments as word documents doc or docx and not wordpad, apple note, notepad, or rtf files. If there is any student in this class who has need for test-taking accommodations, please contact me with the appropriate documentation from the Special Populations Office (984- 6241). Oral Assignments 600 points 900-1000 A Written Assignments 60 points 800-899 B Exams 200 points 700-799 C Attendance / Participation/Quiz 140 points 600-699 D 1000 points total less than 600 F No Incompletes |
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| Final Exam Date | August 14, 2018 - 8:00 AM Through August 14, 2018 - 10:00 AM | ||||||||||||
| Major Assignments |
See Below for the brief overview. A detailed day by day will be given in class. Week 1 (Read TB Ch. 1,2,3,5,6,22) T: Pre Test / syllabus overview/ Unit 1: Chapter 1 /LP 3 &4 W: Unit 2: LP 5 & 6/ Unit 3 dyadic interviews / Instructions for S-1 R: Meet in Gates Library computer Lab / DB ch. 1 and Ch. 3/ type outlines Week 2 (Read TB CH. 7,8,11,12,13,14,16) M: S-1 Informative T: LP 27-29 / Quiz 1 online/LP 31 lecture online W: Self-Critique #1 Due/LP 30, 32, 41 /lecture online LP 33-34 R: LP 40 & MLA citations LP 47-48& TB 256+/ DB Ch. 11-13 Week 3 (Read TB CH. 15,17,18,19,20,21) M: Listening Report #1 Due / LP 38 and 45 Visual Support/ LP 33, 37, 39 online lectures T: Outline sample LP 42/ Citation Page due/ creating speaker notes/ LP 35-36 online lecture / Quiz 2 due by 11:59pm W: Midterm Exam over Lecture Pages LP 3-43 & Pink Textbook Questions 1-20/ LP 46 & 49 prep for S-2 R: LP 58-59 and 60-62 Persuasive theory/ Bonus SOAR Training video discussion Board Due by 11:59pm Week 4 (Read TB CH. 4,9,10,17,18) M: S-2 Persuasive speech Due/ T: S-2 cont./ LP 63 Refutation / Groups formed for S-3 LP 53 topics considered/ Quiz 3 Due by 11:59 pm W: LP 68-70 Group Persuasive Outline Instructions / LP 65 completed by end of class/ DB Ch. 4 Due Monday. R: Self-Critique #2 Due/ LP 66-67 Ethics analysis / LP 71-72b instructions of group analysis and LP 54-56/ Week 5 (Read TB Ch. 23,24,25,26,27,28) M: Bonus Listening Report due/ Group Prep at Gates Library computer Lab/ Meet at library and bring ear buds. T: Group Prep at library computer lab/ Ethics Analysis Due/ Teamwork chart due/ by end of class W: S-3 group persuasive presentations R. S-3 cont. / Instructions for S-4 LP 81 Week 6 M: S-4 Acceptance speech due/ S-5 Exit speech begins T: S-5 cont./ Final exam Covers Textbook Review Questions and LP 56-60 & 63 Need a scantron. |
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| Calendar of Lecture Topics and Major Assignment Due Dates |
Week 1 (Read TB Ch. 1,2,3,5,6,22) T: Pre Test / syllabus overview/ Unit 1: Chapter 1 /LP 3 &4 W: Unit 2: LP 5 & 6/ Unit 3 dyadic interviews / Instructions for S-1 R: Meet in Gates Library computer Lab / DB ch. 1 and Ch. 3/ type outlines Week 2 (Read TB CH. 7,8,11,12,13,14,16) M: S-1 Informative T: LP 27-29 / Quiz 1 online/LP 31 lecture online W: Self-Critique #1 Due/LP 30, 32, 41 /lecture online LP 33-34 R: LP 40 & MLA citations LP 47-48& TB 256+/ DB Ch. 11-13 Week 3 (Read TB CH. 15,17,18,19,20,21) M: Listening Report #1 Due / LP 38 and 45 Visual Support/ LP 33, 37, 39 online lectures T: Outline sample LP 42/ Citation Page due/ creating speaker notes/ LP 35-36 online lecture / Quiz 2 due by 11:59pm W: Midterm Exam over Lecture Pages LP 3-43 & Pink Textbook Questions 1-20/ LP 46 & 49 prep for S-2 R: LP 58-59 and 60-62 Persuasive theory/ Bonus SOAR Training video discussion Board Due by 11:59pm Week 4 (Read TB CH. 4,9,10,17,18) M: S-2 Persuasive speech Due/ T: S-2 cont./ LP 63 Refutation / Groups formed for S-3 LP 53 topics considered/ Quiz 3 Due by 11:59 pm W: LP 68-70 Group Persuasive Outline Instructions / LP 65 completed by end of class/ DB Ch. 4 Due Monday. R: Self-Critique #2 Due/ LP 66-67 Ethics analysis / LP 71-72b instructions of group analysis and LP 54-56/ Week 5 (Read TB Ch. 23,24,25,26,27,28) M: Bonus Listening Report due/ Group Prep at Gates Library computer Lab/ Meet at library and bring ear buds. T: Group Prep at library computer lab/ Ethics Analysis Due/ Teamwork chart due/ by end of class W: S-3 group persuasive presentations R. S-3 cont. / Instructions for S-4 LP 81 Week 6 M: S-4 Acceptance speech due/ S-5 Exit speech begins T: S-5 cont./ Final exam Covers Textbook Review Questions and LP 56-60 & 63 Need a scantron. |
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| General Education/Core Curriculum Student Learning Outcomes |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills ďż˝ Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills ďż˝ Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely. PSLO 6: Personal Responsibility Skills ďż˝ Integrates choices, actions and consequences in ethical decision-making. Recognizes ethical issues when presented in a complex, multilayered (gray) context; recognizes cross- relationships among the issues; discusses in detail/ analyzes core beliefs; the discussion has greater depth and clarity showing the independent application of ethical perspectives/ concepts to an ethical question accurately; and is able to consider full implications of the application. |
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| Course Student Learning Outcomes |
Course Student Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational models of communication.(PSLO Alpha) Measured by embedded test questions; Pre-test/post-test 2. Apply elements of audience analysis.(PSLO 2 & 6) Measured by Oral Presentation Rubric; Written Outlines or Speeches; Audience Ethics Statement on Written Outline or Speeches 3. Demonstrate ethical speaking and listening skills by analyzing presentations for evidence and logic.(PSLO 1,2, & 6) Measured by Audience Ethics Statement on Written Outline or Speeches 4. Research, develop and deliver extemporaneous speeches with effective verbal and nonverbal techniques.(PSLO 1,2) Measured by Oral Presentation Rubric; Written Outlines or Speeches 5. Demonstrate effective usage of technology when researching and/or presenting speeches.(PSLO 1 & 2) Measured by Oral Presentation Rubric; Written Outlines or Speeches 6. Identify how culture, ethnicity and gender influence communication.(PSLO 6 & Alpha) Measured by Audience Ethics Statement on Written Outline or Speeches; Pre-test / Post- Test 7. Develop proficiency in presenting a variety of speeches as an individual or group (e.g. narrative, informative or persuasive).(PSLO 1,2, & 4) Measured by Measures: Oral Presentation Rubric; Written Outlines or Speeches; or Teamwork Rubric |
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| 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 |
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| Additional Information | Check your Blackboard Class Announcements for messages from me about class materials. Check your MyLamarpa email often for campus updates. You must be able to access the Lamarpa.edu site and Blackboard to complete this course. You must have access to a printer to complete assignments. The Gates Library Computer Lab is available to all students with current ID cards. | ||||||||||||
| 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 Special Populations Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||||
| Copyright Violations |
Some material in this course may be copyrighted. They may be used only for instructional purposes this semester,
by students enrolled in this course. These materials are being used fairly and legally.
No one may distribute or share these copyrighted materials in any medium or format with anyone outside this class,
including publishing essays with copyrighted material, uploading copyrighted material to Facebook or YouTube, or
painting or performing copyrighted material for public display.
Copyright violation is not the same thing as plagiarism. Plagiarism is intellectual dishonesty. Offenses of plagiarism result in lower grades or failing scores, and professors and the college strictly enforce plagiarism rules. There is never any acceptable use of plagiarism. Copyright violation is a legal offense, punishable by large fines and penalties. Copyrighted material can be used if permission from the material’s creator is obtained, or if its use meets the standards of fair use in an educational setting. For example, a student can quote a line from Shakespeare’s Hamlet in a report without violating copyright but still be guilty of plagiarism if the quotation is not properly documented. If you are in doubt about what material can be freely used, ask your professor or contact the Dean of Library Services, at (409) 984-6216. |
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| Assessment Statement |
Assessment is a process by which LSCPA can help you learn better and gauge the level of progress you have made to
attain knowledge, skills, beliefs, and values. It also helps your professors understand how to improve teaching
and testing methods in your classes, and it helps each department understand and improve degree and certificate
programs.
Periodically LSC-PA will collect assessment data for research and reporting purposes, including statistical data and sometimes copies of your work. Be assured that all material the college uses for assessment purposes will be kept confidential. To ensure anonymity, your name will be removed from any material we use for assessment purposes, including video-recorded performances, speeches, and projects. If you object to allowing LSC-PA to use your material for assessment purposes, submit a letter stating so to your professor by the 12th class day. You will still be required to participate in whatever assessments are being done; we just won’t use your data. What’s the difference between assessment and grades? The grades you get on papers, projects, speeches, and assignments are specific types of focused assessment. LSC-PA’s assessment efforts include class grades, surveys, standardized tests, and other tools. |
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| Privacy Notice |
Federal privacy laws apply to college students. This means that college employees, including instructors, cannot
divulge information to third parties, including parents and legal guardians of students. Even if the students are
minors, information about their college work cannot be shared with anyone except in very limited circumstances.
Anyone requesting information about a student should be referred to the Registrar. Instructors will be notified in writing by that Office about what information may be released and to whom. Please remember that releasing private information about a student, however innocuous it may seem, can be a violation of federal law, with very serious consequences. Circumstances under which information may be released:
An adult student may submit, to the Registrar, a handwritten, signed note granting permission for release of
information. The note must specify what information may be divulged, and it must specify the name of the person
to whom the information may be given.
The Registrar’s office is located in the Student Center room 303B, and can be reached at (409) 984-6165. |
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| College-Level Perspectives |
This course helps add to the students’ overall collegiate experience in the following ways:
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| Degree Plan Evaluation |
A Degree Plan Evaluation will help you determine which classes you need to complete your program.
All of the classes that you have taken that apply to your declared major will be listed on the right. If you have a class that still needs to be completed, a “NO” will be listed on the right next to the required class. |
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| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA’s efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||||
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