GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12 | SCORE: Non-Weighted | PHS CREDIT: 1 | SEMESTER | ELECTIVE
The emphasis of Speech is becoming a more effective communicator. The course covers the fundamentals of speech making. Students write and give multiple speeches throughout the semester, including speeches of introduction, demonstration speeches, informative speeches, impromptu speeches, special occasion speeches, review, and persuasive speeches. The course covers some of the basics of human communication including nonverbal communication, listening, and interpersonal communication.