COMM 103P Public Speaking Proficiency Test

General

• Learn the basic structures of oral presentations through audience analysis, persuasion, organization, and delivery using ethos, pathos, and logos.
• Deliver at least five speeches, including informal introduction speeches for another in class.
• Know the difference between ad lib, extemporaneous, memorized and read presentations, when to use which format, and how to make each format as strong as possible.
• Learn the difference between informative and persuasive speeches and other types of presentations including eulogies, demonstrations and speeches of recognition.
• Present presentations that are short, medium, and long (10 minutes with audience Q&A following for 5 minutes).
• Understand the elements in delivery including effective and appropriate audio-visual aids.