University of Minnesota
Introduction to Public Speaking--COMM 1101
Instructor: Mrs. Magel Classroom: Room 132
Contact Information: [email protected] Credits: 3 U of M semester credits
Office Hours: 7:30-8:00; 3:00-3:30; my prep; my study hall
Course Description
Introduction to Public Speaking is a course designed to teach students basic public speaking skills. The course helps students develop an understanding of the basic principles of oral communication, with a focus on improving skills in researching, writing, and organizing effective presentations that are appropriate to particular audiences. Students will develop, improve, and gain confidence in basic delivery skills. Students will also learn to critically evaluate speeches and develop an awareness of, and appreciation for, the responsibilities of ethical communication.
Course Outcomes
Although these are U of M outcomes, many of the National Standards are addressed in the CIS course.
Communication is an essential part of human life. Public speaking is one type of communication that is often used to deliver constructed messages to a formal or informal audience. In order to help students better equip themselves to use these communication skills this course will pursue the following objectives:
Required Text and Materials:
Lucas, Stephen E. The Art of Public Speaking (10th ed.). New York: McGraw Hill, 2009. Print. (provided)
Other supplies that are needed: notebook, folder, writing utensil, 4 x 6 white note cards, and access to computer and turnitin.com.
Course Expectations:
Class time will be centered on the learning and practice of text material. Students will have ample chances to speak in a non-graded, informal manner. Discussion and group conversation will be emphasized. This classroom will be a safe zone where RESPECT for one another is expected daily. All students have the right to receive an education free from intimidation and harassment. Therefore, I encourage all students to express viewpoints while maintaining ethical communication through the following:
Attendance
Daily class attendance is expected and critical to your success in this course. If you plan to miss class often, whether excused or not, this is not the class for you. Much of our work in the class will depend on everyone’s presence; as the nature of public speaking requires an audience, attendance is expected on all presentation days, whether you are speaking or not. If you are absent on a presentation day, you will be expected to make up daily points. If you are absent on the day you are assigned to give a speech, your grade for that assignment will drop 50% the first day and 75% the second day. Therefore, attendance is expected unless clear and compelling arrangements are made with me. Each absence is your responsibility. You should contact another student for notes and speak with me if you have further questions. Always contact someone before you come to the next class session so you can complete any assignments given the day you were gone. It is your responsibility to be an active participant at all times. Poor attendance may result in loss of University credit and, according to University policy will result in grade reduction. Please note the University timeline for withdrawal.
If you are involved in extra-curricular activities and know that you must miss class for that reason, notify me immediately. University policy states that you will be excused for school-related absences if you notify the instructor well in advance of the absence and provide proper documentation. Inform me by email as soon as possible if you must miss class for any other legitimate reason (i.e. religious observance, confirmed medical excuse). Avoid scheduling any meetings or appointments that will require you to miss class.
Students should be on time for class. Three tardies equals one unexcused absence as well as a detention.
Grading
Assignments, speeches, papers, and quizzes will be graded on a point system. This system follows the guidelines as established in the “Classroom Grading and Examination Procedures.”
A Achievement outstanding relative to the level necessary to meet course requirements
B Achievement significantly above the level necessary to meet course requirements
C Achievement meeting the basic course requirements in every respect
D Achievement worthy of credit even though it does not fully meet the basic course requirements in every respect
F Performance failing to meet the basic course requirements
I Incomplete; arranged in extreme cases only at the discretion of the instructor
The following scale will be used for grading throughout the semester:
B+ 87-89 C+ 77-79 D+ 67-69
A 94-100 B 84-86 C 74-76 D 64-66
A- 90-93 B- 80-83 C- 70-73 D- 60-63
U of M Grades
The grade you receive in a CIS course is recorded on a University of Minnesota transcript and automatically becomes part of your permanent U of M academic record. The University of Minnesota uniform grading policy states that "University grade definitions establish the qualities of performance expected at different grade levels. Instructors define grade standards for their courses in conformity with their departmental policies."
Grading will be based on the following categories:
Major Work (Speeches, Outlines, Works Cited, Annotated Bibliographies, Papers): 75% of your final grade
This will include two personal speeches, an informative historical analysis speech, an informative speech, a persuasive speech, storytelling, a ceremonial address, an impromptu speech, and a group campaign speech. In order to earn credit for this class, you must turn in all major work and perform all major speeches. A detailed outline must be submitted as assigned prior to presenting the main speeches, or you will not be allowed to give the speech for a grade. All written assignments will be graded for grammar, mechanics, organization, and content. All work submitted for a grade, including speech outlines and works cited, must be in MLA format: word processed in 12-point Times New Roman font with one-inch margins. I will not accept work that is not word processed. All word processed work is due at the beginning of the class period on the scheduled due date and it must be submitted to Turnitin.com on time regardless of if you are in class or not. Work that is late will receive only 50% the first day late and 25% the second day. Speeches must be delivered on the day for which they are scheduled. Extensions will be granted only in the case of severe illness or family emergency. These will be granted on an individual basis at my discretion, and documentation will be required.
Participation: 10% of your final grade
Participation grades will be given based on active involvement in discussions and activities, completion of non-speech assignments, and respectful engagement as an audience member for other speakers. Participation points can be earned by attending class regularly, by actively and respectfully participating in class discussion and activities, by completing non-speech assignments for class, and by attentively listening to and giving appropriate feedback to all classroom speakers, including yourself. Participation points will be lost for the following: absences, tardiness, and talking while someone else in the room is speaking; this includes the instructor, student speakers, and the students participating in class discussion. During student presentations, I fully expect everyone to attentively listen to the speaker. This means no talking, no whispering, no sleeping - I have no tolerance for rudeness.
Tests/Quizzes/Chapter Work: 15%of your final grade
Tests will be scheduled; quizzes may be scheduled or simply occur. To ensure that you are prepared for all quizzes and exams, keep up with all assignments and assigned readings and take detailed notes. You will have one week from the day the test or quiz is given to make it up. All chapter/daily work should be turned in on time for credit.
Complaints and Grade Disputes: Please see me with any questions or concerns about graded assignments, adhering to the following points:
• Wait 24 hours before approaching me with your concern.
• Put together a written, persuasive argument as to why you believe that another grade is warranted.
• Your written appeal, along with the assignment and evaluation form must be submitted within one week of receiving the grade in dispute. Appeals will not be accepted after the one-week period. An appeal does not necessarily mean that there will be a change of grade.
Conduct
The University of Minnesota is committed to creating a positive, supportive environment that welcomes a diversity of opinions and ideas for students. There will be no tolerance of racial discrimination/harassment, sexual discrimination/harassment, or discrimination/harassment based on age, gender, disability, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance or membership in a local commission. Refer to the student handbook for the complete list of student rights, responsibilities, and procedures.
Scholastic misconduct is defined as “any act that violated the rights of another student with respect to academic work or that involves misrepresentation of a student’s own work.”
Scholastic Dishonesty
Students are responsible for maintaining scholastic honesty in their work at all times. Students engaged in scholastic dishonesty will be penalized and their name may be reported to University of Minnesota Student Judicial Affairs. The University’s College of Liberal Arts defines scholastic dishonesty as "any act that violates the rights of another student with respect to academic work or that involves misrepresentation of a student’s own work. Scholastic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to) cheating on assignments or examinations, plagiarizing (misrepresenting as one’s own anything done by another), submitting the same or substantially similar papers (or creative work) for more than one course without consent of all instructors concerned, depriving another of necessary course materials, and sabotaging another’s work." Scholastic dishonesty also includes fabrication, cheating and academic misconduct. Academic Dishonesty in any portion of the academic work for a course is grounds for course failure and may result in reporting to the Student Judicial Affairs Office. Any violation of these guidelines will result in an F on that assignment. In addition, I will file a “Report on Student Scholastic Misconduct” with the Student Conduct Committee at the U of M and with the principal here at Pine City High School. For more information, visit http://advisingtools.class.umn.edu/Multimedia/ Open the link to the CLA Student Handbook. Scholastic dishonesty defined at: http://advisingtools.class.umn.edu/cgep/studentconduct.html
Disabilities
“The University of Minnesota will provide reasonable accommodations to students who have disabilities that may affect their capacity to participate in course activities or meet course requirements.” Please let me know immediately if I should be aware of a particular disability that will affect your success in this class so that we can work together to establish reasonable accommodations for you.
Sexual Harassment
Definition: “Sexual Harassment means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and/or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature...” The policy strictly prohibits sexual harassment by or toward a member of the University community and requires appropriate reporting and investigation of such reports. The definition and policy can be seen in it’s entirety at: http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/humanresources/SexHarassment.pdf.
Mental Health and Stress Management
As a student, you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance and may reduce your ability to participate in daily activities. U of M services are available to assist you. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus via the Student Mental Health Website: http://mentalhealth.umn.edu.
CLE Civic Life & Ethics Theme
This course satisfies the Council of Liberal Education’s Civic Life & Ethics theme. Every act of public communication is an ethical act that advances some values and resists others. The course assignments involve public advocacy and thus requires you to engage two sets of ethical challenges:
1. What are the ethical entailments of one’s public speaking choices?
2. How does one balance the need for “effective” (i.e. persuasive) speaking with the need to address one’s audience ethically?
To engage these questions, you will work with the instructor and your fellow classmates to define ethics, understand the role of ethics in civic life, and explore how ethical principles of society emerge as a result of public advocacy and deliberation. The course requires you to develop, defend, or challenge your personal values, beliefs, and actions as they relate to your life as a resident in the United States and as a member of a global society. You will have concrete public speaking opportunities to identify and apply your knowledge of ethical advocacy, both in solving short-term problems of persuasion and in creating long-term character as engaged citizens.
Cell phones, laptops, iPods, and all other electronic devices must be turned off (not on vibrate) and put away during class time. Additionally, University policy prohibits the use of classroom or lab computers and the Internet for non-class related activities during class time. I will deduct significant points from your participation grade if you choose to violate this policy. We project rudeness when we use them at inappropriate times, and rudeness will not be tolerated.
This is a University of Minnesota Class. A complete list of policies and procedures can be found online at www.cce.umn.edu/cis
or http://www.cce.umn.edu/College-in-the-Schools/index.html. Click on Student and Administrative Resources and then For Student to access the College in the Schools Student Handbook.
Or you may use this address: http://www.cce.umn.edu/pdfs/dcp/cis/CIS_Student_Handbook.pdf
Introduction to Public Speaking--COMM 1101
Instructor: Mrs. Magel Classroom: Room 132
Contact Information: [email protected] Credits: 3 U of M semester credits
Office Hours: 7:30-8:00; 3:00-3:30; my prep; my study hall
Course Description
Introduction to Public Speaking is a course designed to teach students basic public speaking skills. The course helps students develop an understanding of the basic principles of oral communication, with a focus on improving skills in researching, writing, and organizing effective presentations that are appropriate to particular audiences. Students will develop, improve, and gain confidence in basic delivery skills. Students will also learn to critically evaluate speeches and develop an awareness of, and appreciation for, the responsibilities of ethical communication.
Course Outcomes
Although these are U of M outcomes, many of the National Standards are addressed in the CIS course.
Communication is an essential part of human life. Public speaking is one type of communication that is often used to deliver constructed messages to a formal or informal audience. In order to help students better equip themselves to use these communication skills this course will pursue the following objectives:
- To develop an understanding of the basic principles of oral communication
- To improve skills in researching, writing, and organizing effective presentations that are appropriate to particular audiences
- To develop, improve, and gain confidence in basic delivery skills
- To develop an awareness of the consequences of communication and acquire an appreciation of the responsibilities of ethical communication
Required Text and Materials:
Lucas, Stephen E. The Art of Public Speaking (10th ed.). New York: McGraw Hill, 2009. Print. (provided)
Other supplies that are needed: notebook, folder, writing utensil, 4 x 6 white note cards, and access to computer and turnitin.com.
Course Expectations:
Class time will be centered on the learning and practice of text material. Students will have ample chances to speak in a non-graded, informal manner. Discussion and group conversation will be emphasized. This classroom will be a safe zone where RESPECT for one another is expected daily. All students have the right to receive an education free from intimidation and harassment. Therefore, I encourage all students to express viewpoints while maintaining ethical communication through the following:
- discussing and arguing about IDEAS, not individuals, groups, or personalities
- making claims based upon REASONS and EVIDENCE, not unwarranted pleas to fear or prejudice
- attempting to LISTEN and UNDERSTAND viewpoints that differ from our own
Attendance
Daily class attendance is expected and critical to your success in this course. If you plan to miss class often, whether excused or not, this is not the class for you. Much of our work in the class will depend on everyone’s presence; as the nature of public speaking requires an audience, attendance is expected on all presentation days, whether you are speaking or not. If you are absent on a presentation day, you will be expected to make up daily points. If you are absent on the day you are assigned to give a speech, your grade for that assignment will drop 50% the first day and 75% the second day. Therefore, attendance is expected unless clear and compelling arrangements are made with me. Each absence is your responsibility. You should contact another student for notes and speak with me if you have further questions. Always contact someone before you come to the next class session so you can complete any assignments given the day you were gone. It is your responsibility to be an active participant at all times. Poor attendance may result in loss of University credit and, according to University policy will result in grade reduction. Please note the University timeline for withdrawal.
If you are involved in extra-curricular activities and know that you must miss class for that reason, notify me immediately. University policy states that you will be excused for school-related absences if you notify the instructor well in advance of the absence and provide proper documentation. Inform me by email as soon as possible if you must miss class for any other legitimate reason (i.e. religious observance, confirmed medical excuse). Avoid scheduling any meetings or appointments that will require you to miss class.
Students should be on time for class. Three tardies equals one unexcused absence as well as a detention.
Grading
Assignments, speeches, papers, and quizzes will be graded on a point system. This system follows the guidelines as established in the “Classroom Grading and Examination Procedures.”
A Achievement outstanding relative to the level necessary to meet course requirements
B Achievement significantly above the level necessary to meet course requirements
C Achievement meeting the basic course requirements in every respect
D Achievement worthy of credit even though it does not fully meet the basic course requirements in every respect
F Performance failing to meet the basic course requirements
I Incomplete; arranged in extreme cases only at the discretion of the instructor
The following scale will be used for grading throughout the semester:
B+ 87-89 C+ 77-79 D+ 67-69
A 94-100 B 84-86 C 74-76 D 64-66
A- 90-93 B- 80-83 C- 70-73 D- 60-63
U of M Grades
The grade you receive in a CIS course is recorded on a University of Minnesota transcript and automatically becomes part of your permanent U of M academic record. The University of Minnesota uniform grading policy states that "University grade definitions establish the qualities of performance expected at different grade levels. Instructors define grade standards for their courses in conformity with their departmental policies."
Grading will be based on the following categories:
Major Work (Speeches, Outlines, Works Cited, Annotated Bibliographies, Papers): 75% of your final grade
This will include two personal speeches, an informative historical analysis speech, an informative speech, a persuasive speech, storytelling, a ceremonial address, an impromptu speech, and a group campaign speech. In order to earn credit for this class, you must turn in all major work and perform all major speeches. A detailed outline must be submitted as assigned prior to presenting the main speeches, or you will not be allowed to give the speech for a grade. All written assignments will be graded for grammar, mechanics, organization, and content. All work submitted for a grade, including speech outlines and works cited, must be in MLA format: word processed in 12-point Times New Roman font with one-inch margins. I will not accept work that is not word processed. All word processed work is due at the beginning of the class period on the scheduled due date and it must be submitted to Turnitin.com on time regardless of if you are in class or not. Work that is late will receive only 50% the first day late and 25% the second day. Speeches must be delivered on the day for which they are scheduled. Extensions will be granted only in the case of severe illness or family emergency. These will be granted on an individual basis at my discretion, and documentation will be required.
Participation: 10% of your final grade
Participation grades will be given based on active involvement in discussions and activities, completion of non-speech assignments, and respectful engagement as an audience member for other speakers. Participation points can be earned by attending class regularly, by actively and respectfully participating in class discussion and activities, by completing non-speech assignments for class, and by attentively listening to and giving appropriate feedback to all classroom speakers, including yourself. Participation points will be lost for the following: absences, tardiness, and talking while someone else in the room is speaking; this includes the instructor, student speakers, and the students participating in class discussion. During student presentations, I fully expect everyone to attentively listen to the speaker. This means no talking, no whispering, no sleeping - I have no tolerance for rudeness.
Tests/Quizzes/Chapter Work: 15%of your final grade
Tests will be scheduled; quizzes may be scheduled or simply occur. To ensure that you are prepared for all quizzes and exams, keep up with all assignments and assigned readings and take detailed notes. You will have one week from the day the test or quiz is given to make it up. All chapter/daily work should be turned in on time for credit.
Complaints and Grade Disputes: Please see me with any questions or concerns about graded assignments, adhering to the following points:
• Wait 24 hours before approaching me with your concern.
• Put together a written, persuasive argument as to why you believe that another grade is warranted.
• Your written appeal, along with the assignment and evaluation form must be submitted within one week of receiving the grade in dispute. Appeals will not be accepted after the one-week period. An appeal does not necessarily mean that there will be a change of grade.
Conduct
The University of Minnesota is committed to creating a positive, supportive environment that welcomes a diversity of opinions and ideas for students. There will be no tolerance of racial discrimination/harassment, sexual discrimination/harassment, or discrimination/harassment based on age, gender, disability, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance or membership in a local commission. Refer to the student handbook for the complete list of student rights, responsibilities, and procedures.
Scholastic misconduct is defined as “any act that violated the rights of another student with respect to academic work or that involves misrepresentation of a student’s own work.”
Scholastic Dishonesty
Students are responsible for maintaining scholastic honesty in their work at all times. Students engaged in scholastic dishonesty will be penalized and their name may be reported to University of Minnesota Student Judicial Affairs. The University’s College of Liberal Arts defines scholastic dishonesty as "any act that violates the rights of another student with respect to academic work or that involves misrepresentation of a student’s own work. Scholastic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to) cheating on assignments or examinations, plagiarizing (misrepresenting as one’s own anything done by another), submitting the same or substantially similar papers (or creative work) for more than one course without consent of all instructors concerned, depriving another of necessary course materials, and sabotaging another’s work." Scholastic dishonesty also includes fabrication, cheating and academic misconduct. Academic Dishonesty in any portion of the academic work for a course is grounds for course failure and may result in reporting to the Student Judicial Affairs Office. Any violation of these guidelines will result in an F on that assignment. In addition, I will file a “Report on Student Scholastic Misconduct” with the Student Conduct Committee at the U of M and with the principal here at Pine City High School. For more information, visit http://advisingtools.class.umn.edu/Multimedia/ Open the link to the CLA Student Handbook. Scholastic dishonesty defined at: http://advisingtools.class.umn.edu/cgep/studentconduct.html
Disabilities
“The University of Minnesota will provide reasonable accommodations to students who have disabilities that may affect their capacity to participate in course activities or meet course requirements.” Please let me know immediately if I should be aware of a particular disability that will affect your success in this class so that we can work together to establish reasonable accommodations for you.
Sexual Harassment
Definition: “Sexual Harassment means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and/or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature...” The policy strictly prohibits sexual harassment by or toward a member of the University community and requires appropriate reporting and investigation of such reports. The definition and policy can be seen in it’s entirety at: http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/humanresources/SexHarassment.pdf.
Mental Health and Stress Management
As a student, you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance and may reduce your ability to participate in daily activities. U of M services are available to assist you. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus via the Student Mental Health Website: http://mentalhealth.umn.edu.
CLE Civic Life & Ethics Theme
This course satisfies the Council of Liberal Education’s Civic Life & Ethics theme. Every act of public communication is an ethical act that advances some values and resists others. The course assignments involve public advocacy and thus requires you to engage two sets of ethical challenges:
1. What are the ethical entailments of one’s public speaking choices?
2. How does one balance the need for “effective” (i.e. persuasive) speaking with the need to address one’s audience ethically?
To engage these questions, you will work with the instructor and your fellow classmates to define ethics, understand the role of ethics in civic life, and explore how ethical principles of society emerge as a result of public advocacy and deliberation. The course requires you to develop, defend, or challenge your personal values, beliefs, and actions as they relate to your life as a resident in the United States and as a member of a global society. You will have concrete public speaking opportunities to identify and apply your knowledge of ethical advocacy, both in solving short-term problems of persuasion and in creating long-term character as engaged citizens.
Cell phones, laptops, iPods, and all other electronic devices must be turned off (not on vibrate) and put away during class time. Additionally, University policy prohibits the use of classroom or lab computers and the Internet for non-class related activities during class time. I will deduct significant points from your participation grade if you choose to violate this policy. We project rudeness when we use them at inappropriate times, and rudeness will not be tolerated.
This is a University of Minnesota Class. A complete list of policies and procedures can be found online at www.cce.umn.edu/cis
or http://www.cce.umn.edu/College-in-the-Schools/index.html. Click on Student and Administrative Resources and then For Student to access the College in the Schools Student Handbook.
Or you may use this address: http://www.cce.umn.edu/pdfs/dcp/cis/CIS_Student_Handbook.pdf