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Course Name: Public Speaking
Course Number: SPC-112

Course Department: Communication
Course Term: Fall 2018
Last Revised by Department: Fall 2017
Total Semester Hour(s) Credit: 3
Total Contact Hours per Semester:
Lecture: X Lab: Clinical: Internship/Practicum:
Catalog Description: This course is designed to develop the basic skills of speech
communication by studying the process from topic selection through delivery. Emphasis
is placed on the preparation and delivery of presentations.
Pre-requisites and/or Co-requisites: ENG-105 Must receive a C or better.
Textbook(s) Required:
Lucas, S. (2015). The Art of Public Speaking, 12th Edition. McGraw-Hill: New York City,
NY.
ISBN: 978-0073523910
Access Code: N/A
Required Materials: N/A
Suggested Materials: N/A
Institutional Outcomes:
Critical Thinking: The ability to dissect a multitude of incoming information,

sorting the pertinent from the irrelevant, in order to analyze, evaluate, synthesize,
or apply the information to a defendable conclusion.
Effective Communication: Information, thoughts, feelings, attitudes, or beliefs

transferred either verbally or nonverbally through a medium in which the intended
meaning is clearly and correctly understood by the recipient with the expectation
of feedback.
Personal Responsibility: Initiative to consistently meet or exceed stated
expectations over time.
Department/Program Outcomes:
Students will analyze diverse perspectives.
Students will demonstrate their ability to solve problems creatively.
Students will examine cultural similarities and differences.
Students will demonstrate personal accountability both in and out of the
classroom.
Students will evaluate different strategies used in writing, speaking, and/or
thinking.
Student Learning Outcomes:

As part of fulfillment of Iowa Central student outcomes, the student will meet the
minimum competency requirements of this course by completing four (4)
speeches including informative and persuasive. Note: If you fail to deliver the
required speeches and to submit them to Turnitin.com on time, you will
automatically fail the course.
Create presentations for a variety of purposes

Demonstrate effective delivery techniques
Evaluate online sources for credibility
Integrate information from credible sources into presentations
Demonstrate ethical behavior as a speaker and as a listener
Course Objectives:
1. Create presentations for a variety of purposes
1.1. Select topics that are appropriate for the audience and purpose of the
assignment
1.2. Construct a viable central idea
1.3. Choose relevant, factual information from sources to support the central
idea
1.4. Organize a presentation logically
1.5. Prepare thoroughly for each presentation by creating a manuscript and
practicing extemporaneous delivery from notecards
2. Demonstrate effective delivery techniques
2.1. Employ presentation software or other visuals to enhance a presentation
2.2. Demonstrate appropriate volume, pace, eye contact, tone of voice, and
facial expression
2.3. Use note cards effectively
3. Evaluate online sources for credibility
3.1. Assess a source’s reliability based on function, authorship, currency,
accuracy, and objectivity
3.2. Specify what makes a particular source acceptable for college-level
research
4. Integrate information from credible sources into presentations
4.1. Synthesize a variety of valid, useful sources—beyond an Internet search
engine
4.2. Apply current Modern Language Association format
4.3. Employ both quotations and paraphrasing
4.4. Use correct citation methods.
5. Demonstrate ethical behavior as a speaker and as a listener
5.1. Analyze an audience to determine wants, needs, and interests
5.2. Demonstrate preparedness, honesty, and accuracy
5.3. Demonstrate respect for an audience’s time, culture, values, and dignity
5.4. Practice speaker responsibility by accurately crediting sources both orally
and in writing
5.5. Practice listener responsibility by eliminating distractions and focusing on
the speaker
5.6. Evaluate peers’ presentations by employing active listening and offering
constructive criticism
College Procedures: All college-wide procedures are located in the Iowa Central
Community College Student Handbook.
Assessments: See Instructor Class Policies for specifics.
Non-discrimination Statement:
It is the policy of Iowa Central Community College not to discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender
identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its
programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§ 216.6
and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and
2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational
Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29
U.S.C. § 794), Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (34 CFR Part 110), and Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).
If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please
contact Kim Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, phone number 515-574-1138,
[email protected]; or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S.
Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL
60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576.
Disability/Accommodation Services:
If you have a request for an accommodation based on the impact of a disability, it is

Iowa Central’s policy that you contact the Academic Assistance & Accommodations
Coordinator to discuss your specific needs and to provide supporting information and
documentation, so we may determine appropriate accommodations. The office for
accommodations is located in the Academic Resource Center, and it can be reached by
calling 515-574-1045. For online information about accommodations, please go to
www.iowacentral.edu/accommodations.
Bias-Free Classroom Statement:
Public Speaking maintains high standards of respect in regard to individual beliefs and
values when selecting classroom materials including textbooks, project activities, power
points, videos, presentations, and classroom discussions.
It is our belief that all people have the right to obtain an education within our
department/program courses free of bias, with full respect demonstrated to all who
enroll in the courses of this department/program.

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Course Name: Public Speaking

Course Number: SPC-112

Lecture: X Lab: Clinical: Internship/Practicum:

Pre-requisites and/or Co-requisites: ENG-105 Must receive a C or better.

Access Code: N/A

Required Materials: N/A

Suggested Materials: N/A

Critical Thinking: The ability to dissect a multitude of incoming information,

Effective Communication: Information, thoughts, feelings, attitudes, or beliefs

Student Learning Outcomes:

Create presentations for a variety of purposes

Assessments: See Instructor Class Policies for specifics.

If you have a request for an accommodation based on the impact of a disability, it is

Bias-Free Classroom Statement:

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