COM 231 Textbook
A Speaker's Guidebook: Text and Reference by Dan O'Hair, Rob Stewart, and Hannah Rubenstein.
Textbook available on reserve at the Library.
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COM 231: Public Speaking
This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support.