RATIONALE

Professionals and persons employed in certain jobs are expected to be able to speak in public or make professional oral presentations in a formal context, which often necessitates the use of English. Such exposure is necessary in order for them to deliver themselves confidently and competently in their daily professional lives. This course is designed to give students advanced communication skills which will enable them to present well-researched speeches, and to develop the art of speaking in public.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed to integrate theory and practice in preparing professionals for public speaking assignments. Participants will be provided with the opportunity to develop skills in the preparation and delivery of speeches for specific types of professional occasions.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the requirements for effective public speaking

2. Learn the factors involved in listening to a speech

3. Be sensitive to the inter-relatedness of speaking and active listening

4. Understand how to analyze and adapt style, materials and mode to an audience or occasion

5. Demonstrate effective planning and presenting of specific speeches

6. Develop confidence in professional public speaking

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

On successful completion of this course the participants should be able to:

1. Discuss the relationship between public speaking and audience response

2. Discuss the role of the speaker in eliciting active listening