This practical study-unit provides students with tools to develop and manage public speaking presentations within a diversity of contexts. In the first part of the study-unit, students will practice specialized techniques in public speaking, including articulation, projection, posture, breathing, stage presence and audience engagement. The study-unit will also offer techniques for content development and how to cater this depending on each context and its particular purpose.
In the second part, these techniques will be adapted to different contexts of public speaking, including academic presentations, online conferences, radio interviews and tv appearances. Throughout the process, students will be directed to reflect critically on their practice, verbally and in writing.
Main Reading List
- Anderson, C. J (2016) TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking. London: Headline. (not available at UoM library)
- Lucas, S.E (2009) (10th ed.) The Art of Public Speaking. New York: McGraw-Hill.
- Sprague, J., Stuart, D. and Bodary, D. (2016) (11th ed.) The Speaker's Handbook. Gengage Learning.
Supplementary Reading List
- Albuquerque, U.P. (2014) Speaking in Public about Science: a quick guide for the preparation of good lectures, seminars, and scientific presentations. New York: Springer.
- Beebe, S. and Beebe, S. (2000) (4th ed.) Public Speaking: An Audience-Centered Approach. USA: Allyn and Bacon.
- Duck, S. and McMahan, D. T. (2015) Communication in Everyday Life: the basic course edition with public speaking. CA: Sage.
- Grice, G.L. and Skinner, J.F. (2001) (4th ed.) Mastering Public Speaking. Massachusetts: Allyn and Bacon.
- Kelly, S.F. and Kelly, R. J. (2002) Speaking Naturally: your guide to confident successful public speaking. Wellness Institute.
- McCarthy, P. and Hatcher, C. (2002) Presentation Skills: the essential guide for students. CA: Sage.
- Reimold, C. and Reimold P.M. (2003) The Short Road to Great Presentations: how to reach any audience through focussed preparation, inspired delivery, and smart use of technology. New Jersey: Wiley.