COMS 1361. Public Speaking. 3 Hours. [TCCN: SPCH 1315]
Students develop essential communication skills by researching, organizing, and delivering informative and persuasive speeches for a variety of audiences and occasions. The course emphasizes strategies to manage speaker apprehension, analyze audiences, and use effective verbal and nonverbal techniques. Students build skills in critical thinking, message design, and professional presentation. These skills are valued in business, education, public service, civic life, and beyond.
