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ENG111: Speech Communications

Summer2024

TR 9:00 AM-1:00 PM /Room Location: President's Place 409

3 Credits

 

Course Syllabus

Instructor Information

Instructor Name:  Professor Steven Dooner

Office Location:  President's Place 413

Office Hours: By Appointment in Summer.

Phone: 617-405-5921

Instructor Email: sdooner@quincycollege.edu

Mailbox Location: President’s Place Fourth Floor Office Suite

Dean’s Office Phone: Liberal Arts & Professional Programs: 617-405-5920

Course Description

Special attention is given to developing self-confidence and skill in oral communication by affording each student an opportunity to participate in a maximum number of speech situations. Practice situations include extemporaneous speeches, panel discussions and evaluative listening. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Present will present speeches that persuade. (C.O. # 2)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Practice approaches for impromptu speeches. (C.O. # 5)
  • Participate in panel discussions and in-class debates. (C.O. # 6)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

Prerequisites and Co-requisites:

ENG101 or permission of instructor. 

Course Materials and Resources

Sprague, Jo, Douglas Stuart and David Bodary.  The Speaker's Handbook.  12th

Edition.  Boston: Cengage, 2018. ISBN: 978-1-3375586-1-7

Course Delivery Format

On Campus (C): This course meets on campus according to the schedule posted above. Most of the course content will be delivered through lectures and other activities conducted during class meetings. Additional course resources are available via the Canvas Learning Management System to supplement the textbook or provide interaction with the content and/or assessment.

Communication and Feedback

  • For fastest communication with your instructor, use your Canvas Messenger.
  • Students should use their QC email for all important communications, to schedule office appointments, and to request extra help. I will reply to emails within 48 hours.
  • Feedback for assignments will be posted within a week after the due date.
  • Please refer to the 2023-2024 Student Handbook for information about using your QC email.

Attendance/Participation

  • Attendance is not to be graded; however, attendance will affect academic performance through the class participation grade. 
  • Please, check in with me about your class participation grade (five points) and any quizzes that will affect your grade.
  • Excused absences are granted for medical or family emergencies. 

Class Cancellation Policy

  • In case of weather emergencies, the college will announce on its website.
  • If your instructor cannot conduct class for any reason, class cancellation announcements will be made at least one week in advance.

Grading Policy

 Say “Hello” (Introduce Yourself)                                                                     2%

Impromptu/Extemporaneous Speech (Round One)                                     5%

Inspirational Speech or Motivational Speech                                               10%

Impromptu/Extemporaneous Speech (Round One)                                     5%

Persuasive Speech w/General Outline                                                           15%

Informational Speech w/Expanded Outline                                                  15%

"TED Talk-Style" Presentation with PowerPoint                                            20%

Midterm Quiz                                                                                                     10%

Final Quiz                                                                                                            10%

Class participation and In-Class Debate                                                          8%                                 

 

Letter Grade

Percentage (%)

Grade Point Average (GPA)

A

93 and above

4.0

A-

90-92

3.7

B+

87-89

3.3

B

83-86

3.0

B-

80-82

2.7

C+

77-79

2.3

C

73-76

2.0

C-

70-72

1.7

D

60-69

1.0

F

59 and below

0.0

I

Incomplete

0.0

W

Withdrawal

0.0

AUD

Audit

0.0

Make-Up Policy

I allow make-ups when arranged in advance or for documented medical emergencies. 

Please request an extension for a written submission, and I will grant one (usually 1-3 days).  Let me know exactly how much extra time you will need at the time of your request. 

Additional Information

Canvas Learning Management System (LMS):

If you have any questions about Canvas, please email the IT Help Desk at itsupport@quincycollege.edu or submit a Help Ticket.

Quincy College strongly recommends you use the Firefox or Google Chrome web browser to access and participate in its online and hybrid courses. Internet Explorer is NOT recommended.

Academic Integrity:

Quincy College fosters a high standard of academic honesty for students, faculty, and staff, and expects all to adhere to the basic values of mutual respect and responsibility as well as individual and institutional integrity.

To promote the best environment for learning, courses utilize test proctoring and Turnitin, similarity/plagiarism software to maintain integrity of tests and coursework. Please contact your instructors for specific information about the academic integrity software used in your courses.

Our test proctoring software, Respondus Lockdown Browser, does require a working microphone and webcam. A student guide to Respondus Monitor will be made available during the course.

Please refer to the 2023-2024 Student Handbook for more information on our Academic Integrity Policy, Policy 5.15.

Turnitin:

Written assignments in the course may be submitted to Turnitin for a similarity/plagiarism review. This can be done by you or your instructor.

Turnitin generates a similarity report of your writing by comparing it with a database of journals, books, websites, student papers and other work. This report can help determine when the sources are used fairly, cited properly, and paraphrased effectively. Detection of similarities does not necessarily mean plagiarism has occurred, as the copied text might be properly referenced.

Turnitin helps to foster academic integrity and encourages you to produce original academic work.

The Use of AI Tools:

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, via website, app, or any other access, is not permitted in this class. Representing work created by AI as your own is plagiarism and will be prosecuted as such.

PLAGIARISM POLICY:

This is a college course that requires original thinking and accurate handling of source material, so no A.I. software (such as CHATGPT) or A.I. predictive writing assistance should be used in this course. All assignments will be processed through plagiarism and A.I. detection software.  If you are found to be in violation of this policy, you will have violated the course’s academic integrity policy.  In this course, one incidence of plagiarism or A.I.-composed text that is presented as your own writing will result in a ZERO on the assignment.  Two incidents will result in no passing grade for the entire course.

 

Course Accessibility Statement:

Quincy College is committed to providing access and inclusion for all persons with disabilities. Students with disabilities who need access to course content due to course design limitations should contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) sas@quincycollege.edu or by phone (617) 984-1682.

Please refer to our 2023-2024 Student Handbook for more information about Student Accessibility Services.

Title IX Policy:

Title IX prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual misconduct, sexual violence, sexual harassment, and retaliation. If you or someone you know has been harassed or assaulted, click here for more information about QC’s Title IX Policies and Procedures.

Course Schedule

WEEK1

CLASS 1-(July 9)-INTRODUCTION

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome)

Introductions and Syllabus

  1. Discussion of the kinds of speeches that students will present (Extemporaneous, Inspirational/Motivation, Persuasive, Informational, Formal Presentation/”TED TALK”)
  2. Student Introductions: Say "Hello" but follow this format
    1. Say generally who you are and where you are from (be funny or interesting when describing where you are from)
    2. Say something memorable and interesting about you (hobbies, interests, favorite music, favorite video games, favorite movies, sports you watch, sports you play, dance you perform, musical instruments you play, ROTC, clubs, travel, interesting things about the way you were raised or live, etc.)
    3. Tell the class what you 5, 5would like to learn in this class and what you hope the class will do for you,
  3. Prep Time and Delivery of Extemporaneous Speeches (Class handouts on Possible Topics and Possible Organizational Patterns: PREP Pattern, Problem-Solution Pattern, Cause/Effect/Remedy, Pros and Cons, Before Event/During Event/After Event, Local/National/Global, Past/Present/Future)
  4. Discuss the speeches, which were most effective and why.
  5. Assignments for next class: Read/Review chapters 5, 6, 9, 11, 13, and 21 in our textbook.
  6. Prepare an inspirational or a motivational speech for your fellow students (see the two video clips below)
  7. View and Discuss Amanda Gorman’s poem, “The Hill We Climb”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz4YuEvJ3y4

 

  1. View Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk, "Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are": 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc&t=721s

 

CLASS 2-(July 11)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome)

  1. GRADED SPEECH!

Presentation of 4-5 minute INSPIRATIONAL OR MOTIVATIONAL SPEECH

  1. USING THE COURSE TEXTBOOK TO DEVLEOP YOUR APPROACH TO SPEECH-MAKING

Work Through Readings Together: Chapter 5 (Planning) p. 60, Chapter 6 (Topic Selection) p. 67, Chapter 9 (Speech Points) p. 125, Chapter 11 (Outlining), Chapter 13 (Introductions) p. 163, and Chapter 21 (Informative Speeches—delivered next class) p. 279

 

  1. LECTURE/DISCUSSION: Speech Points, Outlining (Simple and Expanded), Conquering Speech Anxiety

 

  1. Assign readings for next class: Chapters 8 and 23

 

  1. SPEECHES TO VIEW AND DISCUSS:

World Champion Public Speaker, Mohammed Qahatani: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqq1roF4C8s

 

Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream Speech": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP4iY1TtS3s

Leo Buscalgia, Psychologist: 

PART 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8tw9ontdc0

PART 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNKTffbwCyc

PART 3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4abtZgv-qUE&t=4s

 

WEEK 2

CLASS 3-(July16)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome)

 

  1. PREP FOR NEXT CLASS: THE INFORMATIONAL SPEECH

 

  1. USING YOUR COURSE TEXTBBOK:

Review and Work Through Readings: Chapter 8 (Research) p. 99, Review Chapter 23 (Modes of delivery) p. 310

  1. SPEECHES TO READ, VIEW AND DISCUSS:

In Our Textbook: Readings: Kamakil, Harriet. "The Masai Initiation Ceremony" pg. 426-429; Dunlavy, Nathaniel. "The 54th Massachusetts," pg. 429-431

  1. Speeches to View and Discuss: 

Sophie Scott, "Why We Laugh": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxLRv0FEndM

Dan Pink on Motivation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrkrvAUbU9Y&t=41s

 

CLASS 4-(July 18)

COURSE LEANRING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)
  • (C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

 

  1. GRADED SPEECH!

INFORMATIONAL SPEECHES IN CLASS (5-7 Minutes)*

Students Should Use a Formal “Expanded” Outline on this Speech

  1. USING OUR COURSE TEXTBOOK:

REVIEW AND WORK THROUGH READINGS: Chapters 17 (Language and Style) p. 235, 18 (attention and Interest) p. 252, and 19 (Credibility) p. 262

  1.  Handout Study Sheet for Midterm Quiz on Terminology

 

  1. Assign readings on Persuasive Speeches; Chapters 15, 22, and textbook essay on pollution, p. 456

 

 

WEEK 3 

CLASS 5-(July 23)-PREPARING FOR THE MIDTERM QUIZ AND PERSUASIVE SPEECH

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Participate in panel discussions and in-class debates. (C.O. # 6)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome)

 

  1. REVIEW SESSION: All Terms for Midterm Quiz

 

  1. USING THE COURSE TEXTBOOK:
    Readings: Chapter 15 (Supporting Materials) p. 187, Chapter 22 (Persuasive strategies) p. 286, and Cohen, Diana. "Tough Truths About Plastic Pollution," p. 456

 

 

  1. Informal Class Debate

 

  1. SPEECHES TO VIEW AND DISCUSS:

Orson Welles playing lawyer, Clarence Darrow, in the film, Compulsion:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrjbL4eedkQ

            Leonardo DiCaprio on Climate Change: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTyLSr_VCcg

Tim Urban on Procrastination: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arj7oStGLkU

 

 

CLASS 6-(July 25)

Course Learning Outcomes

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Present will present speeches that persuade. (C.O. # 2)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Practice approaches for impromptu speeches. (C.O. # 5)
  • Participate in panel discussions and in-class debates. (C.O. # 6)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

 

  1. MIDTERM QUIZ

 

  1. ARGUMENT SPEECHES IN CLASS (5 minutes each)

 

WEEK 4

CLASS 7-(July 30) EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES ROUND TWO and FINAL

PRESENTATION “TED Talk” PREP

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome)

 

  1. USING THE COURSE TEXTBOOK:
    Readings: Chapters 12 (Connectives) p. 158, and 16 (Reasoning) p. 205

 

  1. Directions and Preparation for TED Talk Presentations

 

  1. Handout on Reasoning in Speeches and Essays

 

  1. Assign readings: Chapters 25, 26, 27, and “Cyberbullying” essay, pg. 441-448

 

  1.  Prep-Time and Delivery of EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES (Round Two)

 

  1. Impromptu Speeches to View and Discuss:

 

Speech 1: University of Kentucky Speech and Debate Team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVilJUulnjQ

 

 

Speech 2: Stanford School of Business Students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FMB6xtQdjM

 

CLASS 8-(August 1)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Present will present speeches that persuade. (C.O. # 2)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

 

  1. PREPARATION FOR FINAL PRESENTAIONS

 

  1. USING THE COURSE TEXBOOK
    Review and Work Through Assigned Readings: Chapter 25 (Vocal Delivery) p. 332, Chapter 26 (Physical Delivery) p. 345, Chapter 27 (Presentation Aids) p. 352; and Parrish, Adam.  "Together, We Can Stop Cyber-Bullying," pg. 441-448

 

  1. Speeches to View and Discuss:

 

Bill Gates on the danger of a Pandemic in 2015: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Af6b_wyiwI&t=30s

 

 

Parody of TED Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZBKX-6Gz6A

 

TED parodies their own talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8S0FDjFBj8o&t=7s

 

 

WEEK 5

CLASS 9-(August 6)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Present will present speeches that persuade. (C.O. # 2)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

 

FINAL PRESENTATIONS (Approximately 12-15 Minutes)

Preparation for the Final Quiz on all terms.

 

CLASS 10-(August 8)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Present speeches that inform. (C.O. # 1)
  • Present will present speeches that persuade. (C.O. # 2)
  • Create an extemporaneous speech based on a simple outline. (C.O. # 3)
  • Develop a formal speech with a substantial outline and/or manuscript. (C.O. # 4)
  • Practice approaches for impromptu speeches. (C.O. # 5)
  • Participate in panel discussions and in-class debates. (C.O. # 6)
  • Develop and apply evaluative listening skills discussed in class. (C.O. # 8)

(C.O.=Course Learning Outcome) 

 

ADDTIONAL FINAL PRESENTATIONS

and

FINAL QUIZ

 

 

This syllabus is subject to change at the instructor’s discretion.

 

Course Summary:

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