1 COMSTD 2 Fundamentals of Effective Speaking, 3 units, #95791 Fall 2017, TTH 2:00 PM 3:20 PM, TA 1J INSTRUCTOR: Brent I. Bracamontes, Ed.D. E-MAIL: brent.bracamontes@chaffey.edu OFFICE: LA-115 PHONE: (909) 652-6912 ADVICE HOURS: M:12:30-1:45 pm; T: 11am-12:15pm; TH: 11am-Noon (online), 3:45-5:15 pm; & by appointment WEBSITE: profbracamontes.wordpress.com FINAL EXAM: Tuesday, December 12 th from 2:15-4:45 PM REQUIRED TEXT: Lucas, S.E. (2015). The Art of Public Speaking (12 th ed.) New York: McGraw-Hill. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course emphasizes preparing and delivering various types of speeches before an audience. Communication theory and speech criticism are included for student application. A variety of situations are provided to prepare the student to speak with greater skill and confidence. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon the successful completion of this course (C or higher): 1. Effective Speaking students will deliver a poised, vocally expressive, cogent, and clearly structured extemporaneous oral presentation 2. Effective Speaking students will produce written organizational patterns for various speaking occasions. 3. Effective Speaking students will develop improved self-confidence in their oral presentation skills CLASS POLICIES Participation This class relies on active participation among students and the instructor. You must be present in class to participate, but simply attending class does not in itself qualify as active participation. Active participation involves being attentive and cooperative during the different components of our class periods, such as lecture, discussion, and group work. Students who attend class but who decline to participate in class activities will not earn participation credit for that day. Similarly, students who fail to come to class prepared with required daily assignments (e.g. SEE-I) will also fail to earn participation credit for that day. Because this is a performance course and class sessions regularly include activities and other interactive experiences, students must be present in class to earn participation credit. More than two absences will result in loss of points from the class participation portion of your grade (2 points per class period). On scheduled speech days, attendance is mandatory. Public speaking is a part of this
2 class--you need a public to speak to, therefore you must be present. Warning: A 10-point deduction from the student s speech grade will occur for every unexcused speech day absence. Every absence on a speech day that is not your own will count as two regular absences. are to be delivered on the assigned day. Speakers who are absent on the assigned speaking day will receive a zero unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor. All make-up speech presentations will take place after the last regularly assigned speech has been given (if time permits). Also carefully observe the speaking order that your instructor provides for each of the speaking rounds. Arrive to class at the beginning of class and be ready to present your speech. Papers and Other Written Work All assignments written out of class MUST be typed, double-spaced, in a 12-point font with one-inch margins on all sides. Your name, the course number, my name, and the assignment name should be single-spaced and centered on a cover page. Papers should be stapled together, but not bound in plastic covers or folders. Papers will be due on the date specified by the instructor and are due at the beginning of class. Late papers will not be accepted. Exams Exams are designed primarily to assess comprehension, retention, and application of central ideas from readings and class (lecture and class discussion). There will be two exams (Midterm and Final), both consisting of multiple-choice and essay questions. Questions for the exams will be drawn from the text, lecture materials, and supplementary readings. Make-up exams will be given ONLY for legitimate cases (e.g., official school travel/medical reasons/emergencies) and made up at the instructor s discretion. Please don t schedule a routine doctor/dentist appointment, etc. on a scheduled exam day. You will need to provide your instructor with appropriate documentation to make-up the exam. You will need to bring a Scantron form 886-E to the exam. Technology Although I am an enthusiastic proponent of technology use, my experiences have led me to conclude that it diminishes meaningful classroom interaction. Students are not permitted to use technological devices during class time unless special accommodations are arranged between the student and the instructor. In most cases, students are expected to keep their devices (e.g. computers, tablets, cell phones) out of sight during class time. You are encouraged to step out of class briefly to make an urgent phone call if necessary, but please do so in a way that does not disrupt the class session. Collegiality and Accountability The term collegiality refers to the shared responsibilities among members of groups. Like nearly all college-level communication courses, this class relies on
3 active participation from students. Based on the frequency of interactions that will occur, it is essential for all persons in class to conduct themselves with respect for each other and for the learning process. The college classroom should represent a space where individuals can discuss important and complicated issues, and where meaningful interaction can occur. Name-calling, insults, and similar behaviors drastically diminish the potential for students to learn. Each student is responsible for ensuring they help to promote a positive learning climate. To be accountable means to take responsibility for your own actions. Students are individually responsible for ensuring they take the steps to understand the material and to complete the assigned work. If you miss a class period, you are responsible for contacting a classmate to understand what you missed. If you are experiencing difficulties in understanding content or how to complete assignments, please be proactive in asking questions far ahead of when an assignment is due. Your instructor will be available during office hours to assist you with questions you may have. Academic Dishonesty / Plagiarism Please refer to the Chaffey College Student Behavior Code for specific guidelines pertaining to academic dishonesty and plagiarism (http://www.chaffey.edu/fachandbook/c/pdf/student_behavior_codesh14-15.pdf). This document explicitly outlines all behaviors that qualify as academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabricating materials, facilitating dishonest behavior, interfering and sabotaging, and plagiarizing. Students who are discovered to be engaging in academically dishonest behaviors will receive a failing grade on the assignment, the course, and will be reported to the Dean of Language Arts for additional disciplinary action. ASSIGNMENTS AND GRADE WEIGHTS* Assignment Total Possible Points Points Earned Journals 50 Informative Speech 75 Persuasive Speech 75 Midterm Exam 75 Final Exam 75 SEE-I Portfolio 100 Participation 50 *Detailed assignment specifications will be provided to students throughout the term. GRADING SCALE Grade % Range Point Range A+ 98-100 490-500 A 93-97.9 465-489 A- 90-92.9 450-464 B+ 87-89.9 435-449 B 83-86.9 415-434
4 B- 80-82.9 400-414 C+ 77-77.9 385-399 C 73-76.9 365-384 D+ 67-72.9 335-364 D 63-66.9 315-334 D- 60-62.9 300-314 F 59.9 and below Below 300 CHAFFEY COLLEGE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTERS & SERVICES Chaffey College has created a network of Student Success Centers offering free tutorials, workshops, learning groups, directed learning activities, and computer/resources access to assist students in their academic development and success. Rancho Campus Success Centers Language Success Center: BEB-101; (909) 652-6820 Math Success Center: Math-121; (909) 652-6452 Multidisciplinary Success Center: Library; (909) 652-6932 Chino Campus Success Center Multidisciplinary Success Center: CHMB-145; (909) 652-8150 Fontana Campus Success Center Multidisciplinary Success Center: FNFC-122; (909) 652-7408 Student Health Services Student Health Services is dedicated to assisting students to achieve and maintain optimum physical, mental and emotional health. We are committed to providing quality healthcare at a reasonable cost. All currently enrolled full and part time Chaffey College students on the Rancho Cucamonga Campus or any off campus site may utilize the services of the Student Health Office. Please have your Chaffey ID ready. Rancho Campus MACC-202 (909) 652-6331 Chino Campus CHMB-105 (909) 652-8190 Career Center The Career Center helps Chaffey College students find meaningful careers. The program offers career counseling, career assessments, résumé assistance, interviewing skills preparation, job referrals, student employment, and career related workshops. The Career Center is located on the Rancho Cucamonga Campus in MACC-203. Please call (909) 652-6511 for more information. Veterans and Eligible Family Members Chaffey College s Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is dedicated to assisting veterans and eligible family members in achieving their educational goals efficiently and without impediments. If you are a veteran or eligible family member, please contact the Veterans Resource Center at 909-652-6235 or vrc.staff@chaffey.edu for information regarding educational benefits and opportunities. The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is located in building AD- 125 on Chaffey College s Rancho Cucamonga campus.
5 Disability Programs & Services Chaffey College s Disabled Students Programs and Services, or DPS, serves an estimated 1500 students across all Chaffey campuses. DPS serves students with physical, learning, and psychological/psychiatric disabilities by providing accommodations based on the type of disability and verifying documentation. Services include academic counseling, disability related counseling and referral for community resources, test accommodations, tram services, adapted computer lab, assistive technology training, assessment, and equipment loan. For more information please contact the DPS general phone line at (909) 652-6379. Health Services Chaffey College s Student Health Services Center is dedicated to assisting students to achieve and maintain optimum physical, mental and emotional health. The Student Health Service team is made up of medical doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, counselors, secretaries, student educators, and student workers who are trained to assist you with medical information and problems in a professional and confidential manner. Contact Health Services by calling (909) 652-6331. The Honors Program The Honors Program provides an intellectual and cultural community for students at Chaffey College. Program benefits include smaller classes, creative and challenging coursework, academic enrichment activities, and scholarships. Students also have opportunities to present research at scholarly conferences, build social responsibility through community service, and receive ongoing personalized academic advisement as well as support during the transfer process. Students who complete the Honors Program may take advantage of our transfer agreements with prestigious institutions like UCLA. Visit http:///www.chaffey.edu/honors or SSA-122 for more information and admission requirements. EOPS and CARE Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is designed to ensure student retention and success through academic support and financial assistance for eligible students. Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) is a program that serves a limited number of EOPS students who are single heads of household parents. It provides additional support services beyond those available through EOPS. The ultimate goal is completion of a certificate program, an associate degree, and/or transfer to a four-year college. For more information call (909) 652-6345. Faculty Advisors Faculty Advisors provide the opportunity for students to obtain valuable major and career information regarding their chose field of study. Faculty Advisors are located in various locations across Chaffey College s campuses. For more
6 information go to: http://www.chaffey.edu/counseling/faculty%20advisor%20referrals%20for%20 Spring%202015.pdf Transfer Center The Chaffey College Transfer Center offers a variety of helpful services and resources to help students navigate the transfer process, such as assistance with university applications, computers with Internet access, catalogs and brochures for other schools and campuses, and transfer mentors. The Transfer Center is located in SSA-120. Tentative Course Schedule* Date Topic Chapter Assignment 8/15 Syllabus Overview / Introductions 8/17 Class Policies / SEE-I overview 8/22 Speaking in Public 1 8/24 Speaking in Public 1 SEE-I: The most important element of the speech communication process is 8/29 Ethics 2 SEE-I: One way to be unethical when creating a speech is 8/31 Ethics 13 9/5 Delivery 13 SEE-I: The element of delivery that I perceive is most difficult for me is 9/7 Speaking to Inform 15 9/12 Speaking to Inform 15 SEE-I: The most important guideline for informative speaking is 9/14 Gathering Materials 7 9/19 No Class 7 9/21 Gathering Materials 7 SEE-I: Academic databases are helpful for conducting research because /
7 9/26 Supporting Your Ideas 9/28 Supporting Your Ideas Abbreviated Informative Outline due / 8 8 SEE-I: Statistics can make a speech more effective because 10/3 Midterm Exam 10/5 Listening 3 SEE-I: The cause of poor listening that most often affects me is / 10/10 Informative Speech Conferences 10/12 Informative Speech Conferences 10/17 Informative 10/19 Informative 10/24 Informative 10/26 Informative 10/31 Speaking to Persuade 11/2 Speaking to Persuade 11/7 Methods of Persuasion 11/9 Methods of Persuasion 16 Full-Text Informative Outlines due Full-text Informative Outline due 16 SEE-I: Questions of fact differ from questions of value in that they / 17 17 SEE-I: One way to appeal to audience members emotions is to / Abbreviated Persuasive Outlines due /
8 11/14 Speaking on Special Occasions 11/16 Persuasive Speech Conferences 11/21 Persuasive Speech Conferences 11/23 NO CLASS THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 11/28 Persuasive 11/30 Persuasive 12/5 Persuasive 12/7 Persuasive 18 Understanding the occasion is helpful for speakers because / Full-Text Persuasive Outlines due Full-Text Persuasive Outlines due