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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. This course will examine communication patterns and differences existing between males and females. Gender and communication will integrate theory and practice and heighten student's awareness of the importance of gender as a communication variable. Communication problems relating to gender are addressed with emphasis on listening, perception, verbal and nonverbal communication in interpersonal, small group and public settings. Assertiveness and conflict management styles will also be addressed as they are reflected in male and female communication. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Advisory: SPE-51 or 52 or qualification for ENG-1A. Study of literary genres and their applicability to various Readers' Theatre methods of presentation. Application of literary research and selection of material. Preparation of scripts and oral presentation while adhering to the particular Readers' Theatre style, including Interpreters'Theatre and the various approaches and techniques of each. 54 hours lecture. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)
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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Advisory: SPE-51 or SPE-52 or qualification for ENG-1A. Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Honors Program. Prepares students to compose (develop outlines and research) and present a minimum of six speeches, including informative and persuasive presentations in front of a live audience. Emphasis will include the enhanced exploration of: different purposes of speaking, types of speeches and organizational patterns, topic choice and audience adaptation, rhetorical principles, development and support of sound reasoning and argument, theories of persuasion, application of ethics in public speaking, listening skills, and theory and principles of effective delivery. Students will speak formally for a minimum of 30 total semester minutes. Students may not receive credit for both SPE-1 and SPE-1H. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU Prerequisite: SPE-1. Develops persuasion from a rhetorical perspective with emphasis on the Ciceronian Canons of Rhetoric and the Aristotelian forms of proof: ethos, pathos, and logos. Includes practical application of these rhetorical theories in understanding and analyzing classical, post renaissance, and contemporary public address. Also incorporates presentation on persuasive issues, rhetorical analyses, and role play. Students will deliver a minimum of three oral presentations. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
UC*, CSU ( CAN SPCH 6) Prerequisite: None. Advisory: SPE-51 or 52 or qualification for ENG-1A. Fundamentals of argumentation and debate: research, logical analysis, case construction, refutation/rebuttal basics and persuasive presentations, including cross examination debate. Emphasis is placed on the application of logic to problems in contemporary society and will also include focus on rhetorical principles, types of persuasive speeches and organizational patterns, development and support of sound reasoning and argument, theories of persuasion and debate, application of ethics in public speaking, listening skills, research methods, theory and principles of effective delivery. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
CSU Prerequisite: None. The nature and function of deliberative speaking in public meetings and parliamentary bodies. Rules of parliamentary speaking. Critical analysis of speaking and parliamentary discussion on contemporary public issues. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None. Advisory: ESL-55 or qualification for ENG-50. A pre-collegiate introduction to basic public speaking in preparation for Speech Communication 1. Attention to development and organization of ideas within various speech genres/types, research and outlining methods, as well as techniques for presentation with a particular focus on managing speech anxiety. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None. Advisory: ESL-55 or qualification for ENG-50. A pre-collegiate introduction to interpersonal, small group and public communication. Attention is given to basic skills of two-person communication, group dynamics, and public speaking with emphasis on listening, conflict resolution, and reducing speech anxiety. 54 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU ( CAN SPCH 10) Prerequisite: None. Advisory: SPE-51 or 52 or qualification for ENG-1A. Provides an introduction to the dynamics of communication in taskoriented small groups. Develops student competence and confidence as a group member and leader. Practical experience and theoretical knowledge of group development, problem-solving, decision-making, discussion, interaction and presentation. Oral group presentations required. 54 hours lecture. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)
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3.00 Credits
UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. A course in the oral reading of prose, poetry and drama. Principles and techniques of interpreting the printed page are related to effective audience communication. This course provides opportunities for cultural enrichment, literary analysis, creative outlet, articulate expression, and improved speaking ability. 54 hours lecture.
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