COM101: Fundamentals of Speaking

Persuasion

Learn how to turn a NO into a YES by Pitching your idea!

Collaboration

Work with your classmates to revise presentations.

Confidence

Use techniques to conquer speech anxiety.

Lift up your Voice!

In this course, students will prepare and deliver oral presentations on various topics. Topic selection, message development, outline and visual preparation will be covered, as well as how to engage the audience through appropriate delivery skills. Students will also learn essential listening and organizational skills useful in communication and applicable to the real world. This course is intended to help students become better overall communicators.

Course Materials

All your course materials are available for free on our Blackboard site. To access our online course site, you will need a reliable internet connection and laptop or desktop computer. Do you need a WiFi hotspot or laptop? Contact the Bailey Library at circdesk @ wccnet.edu

Sample Graded Activities

Your Instructor

Hi! I'm your instructor, Claire Sparklin. We'll be on this journey together to explore our class. I'm here to encourage you and guide you through our course.