Communications & Public Speaking - I Am Confident!
In this 12 week course, learners will work on increasing confidence in public speaking and communicating with others.
Ronda Doster, MS, LPC
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(59)
What's included
12 live meetings
11 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Speech activities will be worked on outside of class - 1 hour per week out of class should be sufficient for activitiesAssessment
Letter grade will be issued as well as a certificate of completion. Assessment will be based on weekly activities, a persuasive speech activity and giving an informative speech in the class.Grading
includedClass Experience
I generally allow my learners to keep their cameras off but in this class because it is a public speaking class, cameras being on at certain times such as when speeches or other speaking activities are occurring cameras will be strongly encouraged as that is part of becoming comfortable with giving presentations.
Course Outline
Week #1 - Evaluation of public speaking skills; discussion of social anxiety, especially when it is performance based
Week #2 - Steps to combat communication apprehension when engaged in public speaking/delivery of presentations
Activity 1 - Self-Introduction Speech
Week #3 - Perception of self including self-concept and self-esteem; accuracy and distortions of self-perceptions
Activity 2 - Impromptu Speech
Week #4 - Interpersonal communication; Different types of communication; use of the Johari Window for increased self-awareness
Activity 3 - Johari Window Activity
Week #5 - Interpersonal communication; Managing interpersonal conflict and the different conflict management styles
Activity 4 - Conflict Management Activity
Week #6 - Discussion of persuasive speeches - Activity regarding persuasive speeches
Activity 5 - Persuasive Speech Activity
Week #7 - Public Speaking - Topic selection and development; organizing your speech
Activity 6 - Topic Selection Activity for Informational Speech
Week #8 - Public Speaking - Language and four characteristics of effective oral style
Activity 7 - Analysis of anxiety regarding speech preparation
Week #9 - Discussion of Informative Speaking - Preparation of speeches
Week #10 - Continue working on Informative Speeches
Week #11 - Informative speeches presented; miscellaneous information about speaking and presentations
Week #12 - Informative speeches presented; miscellaneous information about speaking and presentationsLearning Goals
• Evaluate public speaking skills - Recognize social anxiety in regards to presentations
• Identify perception of self including self-esteem, self-concept and accuracy and distortion of self-perceptions
• Demonstrate how to establish and maintain relationships through the use of interpersonal communication - Managing interpersonal conflict with different conflict management styles
• Identify different types of communication styles and appropriate disclosure - How teens use the Johari Window for increased self-awareness
• Develop, research, organize, and deliver formal public speeches including an informational and a persuasive speech
• Recognize how to communicate within diverse environments
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No concerns with content. If a learner brings up content that is disturbing to other learners then I will make sure to intervene and will let the parents know if necessary. In all of my classes I let the learners know up front that if any of the topics make them uncomfortable, they are welcome to leave the class and I will schedule a make-up with them to cover another topic of interest to them. I have never had a problem with this as the learners know that I am sensitive to their needs and they generally feel free to talk to me if they are uncomfortable.
Supply List
I will provide handouts and powerpoints that I create myself.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
5.0
59reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from Wright State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Wright State University
My degrees are a BS in Psychology, an MS in Mental Health Counseling and all but dissertation for a PHD in Psychology. I was a counselor for 10 years and have taught psychology courses and courses in communications & public speaking for the past 20 years. I have a passion working with teenagers both in the counseling setting and as a teacher sharing my knowledge of a variety of different psychology courses. In public speaking and communications I have focused on increasing confidence, public speaking skills and conflict resolution among many other areas that help to increase a teen's comfort level in public speaking and giving presentations. I am currently a Director of Education and Compliance for an educational facility. Reviews
Live Group Class
$200
for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-9 learners per class
