Course Outline
- Introduction
- The Nature and Significance of Speech
- Primacy of Speech
- Features of Speech
- Uses of speech
- Avenue of speeches
- Speech and Communication
- Elements of Speech
- Use of Language in Speech
- Behavioral Skills of Public Speaking
- Pronunciation Vs Articulation
- Speech Delivery Formats
- Varieties of Public Speeches
- The Four Stages of Learning
- Four Stages of Speech
- Audience Analysis
- Revision/Study Questions
Introduction
Lecture Notes on ENG 304: Art of Public Speaking deals with principles of effective extemporaneous and prepared text speaking practice in preparation and delivery of speeches for different occasions. Emphasis of the course is on delivery, style, organization and selection of materials. Development of skills in voice, articulation and pronunciation are also discussed.