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Indiana University

Introduction

What Can a Speech Course Do for You?

Course Objectives

Required Textbook and Technology

Course Format

How to Complete the Lessons

Video Submission Instructions

Grading

Introduction

Introduction

Course Format

This is a project-based course. Much of your work will focus on analyzing speeches as well as creating and delivering your own speeches. You will also read selections from the textbook and online materials.

The lessons cover the following topics:

Lesson 1: Analyzing Speeches

Lesson 2: Leadership and Interviewing (Part 1)

Lesson 3: Interviewing (Part 2) and Impromptu Speaking

Lesson 4: Persuasive Speeches and Arguments

Lesson 5: Media Messages and War of the Worlds

Lesson 6: Informative Speeches

Lesson 7: Special Occasion Speeches

Lesson 8: Dramatic Performances (Note: You will need to attend a play to complete the assignment for lesson 8.)

Lesson 9: Final Project: Demonstration Speech