COM 114-10 Fundamentals of Speech Communication
10:00-12:20 MTR
Neff 141
Summer II 2006

Course Description
A study of communication theories applied to speech; practical communicative experiences ranging from interperesonal communication and small-group process through discussion to speaking in standard speaker-audience situations. (3 credits)

Course Goals and Objectives
Upon completion of Com 114 students should be able to:

1. Speak precisely, clearly, and persuasively
2. Listen actively and with comprehension
3. Formulate and assess their own arguments as well as the arguments of others
4. Understand basic principles of small group communication, interpersonal communication and public speaking
5. Work in an increasingly diverse society
6. Demonstrate computer literacy

Texts

• Communication in Our Lives, Fourth Edition by Julia T. Wood
• Student Companion to Communication in Our Lives, Fourth Edition by Christine North and Julia Wood
  The Student Companion contains materials that enhance the text and the class in general. You can read and use it in conjunction with the text readings. You can bring the Companion to each class to help you contribute to class discussions and exercises.

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Course Assignments
All assignment must be completed.

1. Informative Speech: 5 minutes in length. Students will provide an outline on the day of the speech.
2. Persuasive Speech: 7 minutes in length. Students will provide an outline and a bibliography/reference list on the day of the speech.
   
   The Speech Evaluation form indicates the criteria on which the speech will be evaluated. Use the form to guide you in preparing your speech. Each student must fill out speech evaluation forms for two (2) speeches given by classmates for each presentation. Failure to turn in the evaluation forms will result in a 10% reduction in your grade for that speech
   Speech Evaluation Form (html version)
   Speech Evaluation Form (Word version)
   Speech Evaluation Form (WordPerfect version)
   Informative Speech Order
   Persuasive Speech Order

3. Interpersonal paper - a short essay utilizing the concepts of interpersonal communication to assess a specific interaction (real or fictional).
4. Group presentation - a project designed to involve and to articulate the principles of group communication. The results of the project will be delivered in an oral presentation in which all members of the group will participate. Each group member will be responsible for documenting their participation. The Group presentation will include preparation of a Web site

Grading
Course assignments and examinations will be weighted as follows:

Course Policies

1. You are expected to attend class.
2. All assignments must be completed in order to earn a passing grade.
3. Class presentations are scheduled in advance. Failure to appear on a day when you are assigned to perform will result in a grade of "F" for that assignment (see above).
4. Grading: Exams count for 40% of you final grade. However, you must have a passing average (60%) on exams and a passing average (60%) on non-exam assignments in order to pass the course overall. This requirement has been determined by the COM 114 Course Director at IPFW. It is not negotiable.
5. No late assignments will be accepted. Due dates for assignments are stated on the syllabus.
6. All assignments should be typed or computer printed except by instructor's permission.

Campus Services

• In making the transition from novice to experienced college student, the Center for Academic Support and Advancement (CASA) an make the critical difference. CASA offers study-skills assistance, free tutoring, supplemental instruction, and free computer-technology courses (STEPs). The center is also the advising unit for students studying English as a Second Language.
• Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) coordinates IPFW’s programming for people with disabilities, as required by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons with qualifying disability conditions per these regulations are eligible for specialized academic support services and other assistance through SSD.
• For questions about how the University experience will enhance your life and potential career, please contact Academic Counseling and Career Services.
• For help with writing, please contact the Writing Center. In free one-on-one conferences, knowledgeable writing consultants will talk with you about your writing for any class, wherever you are in the writing process — understanding assignments, brainstorming and planning, revising, and polishing final drafts. Consultants help you focus, organize, develop and analyze your thoughts, revise, and work on issues of editing and style. (Consultants will not edit or proofread for you but will help you learn how to edit and proofread your own papers.) .

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URL:http://users.ipfw.edu/tankel/Syllabi/Summer 2006/COM 114/114-summer06.htm
Revised:22 July 2006