Independent Study in Speech I, II, III

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. I – OTIS1A

Course No. II - OTIS2A

Course No. III - OTIS3A

Semesters: 2-6; Credits: 1-3

Prerequisite: Debate I

Concurrent Enrollment in Advanced Debate; Instructor Approval

This course taken with Debate II or III has the same goals, obligations, and requirements. Activities are individually tailored for high-achieving students. Students complete individual research assignments using a variety of sources. Local university and community resources are used in completing projects. Students continue refinement of advanced speaking and writing skills in a specific area of interest. Peer tutoring is used for students to share their work. Cooperative efforts with feeder programs will utilize student projects. All activities are used in competitive or community forensic presentations. This course does not fulfill the graduation requirement for Speech.