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HSS1090 Speaking & Presenting

Introductory · 1 credit · HRH - Health, Recreation, and Human Services

Description
Students examine effective communication, public speaking and presentation skills. Students develop and deliver a speech or presentation and apply the principles of effective communication to the evaluation of significant speeches.
Prerequisite
None
Supporting courses
COM1015: Media HSS1030: Communication Skills for Health Professionals HSS1080: Leadership Fundamentals 1

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 explain basic principles of effective communication

    • 1.1 define effective communication

    • 1.2 describe the following verbal and nonverbal components of effective communication:

      • 1.2.1 eye contact

      • 1.2.2 facial expressions

      • 1.2.3 characteristics of voice, including tone and clarity

      • 1.2.4 pace of speech

      • 1.2.5 physical proximity

      • 1.2.6 gestures

    • 1.3 explore traditional understandings related to verbal and nonverbal communication for different cultures

    • 1.4 apply the principles of communication theory to oral presentations

    • 1.5 describe current media and materials available for effective presentations; e.g., audio, visual, digital

    • 1.6 describe key characteristics of the effective use of media in a presentation

  • 2 evaluate significant speeches from history

    • 2.1 summarize the main ideas of each speech

    • 2.2 compare and contrast significant speeches, including:

      • 2.2.1 content of presentation (clarity, accuracy, achievement of purpose)

      • 2.2.2 delivery (speaking style and effectiveness, gestures)

      • 2.2.3 effective use of technology, if applicable

    • 2.3 summarize the strengths of each speech

    • 2.4 recommend strategies for strengthening speeches

    • 2.5 compare personal speaking styles to the styles of significant speakers

    • 2.6 select goals for personal development as a speaker

  • 3 prepare an effective oral presentation

    • 3.1 differentiate between a speech and a presentation

    • 3.2 describe the characteristics of the intended audience

    • 3.3 select a purpose, such as informing, instructing, motivating or persuading

    • 3.4 compose an effective presentation, including:

      • 3.4.1 an engaging introduction

      • 3.4.2 content with clearly organized main ideas

      • 3.4.3 accurate details and references to support main ideas, where appropriate

      • 3.4.4 an effective conclusion

    • 3.5 select effective audiovisuals and/or gestures to emphasize the main points of the presentation

    • 3.6 prepare for possible disruptions in technology

    • 3.7 describe strategies for overcoming stage fright

    • 3.8 modify the presentation based on practice sessions, including considerations for:

      • 3.8.1 clarity of content

      • 3.8.2 appropriate use of body language and/or visual aids

      • 3.8.3 eye contact

      • 3.8.4 tone and pacing of voice

      • 3.8.5 effective use of pauses and/or rhetorical questions

      • 3.8.6 maintaining existing time constraints

    • 3.9 describe the characteristics of the venue, including considerations for:

      • 3.9.1 sound quality

      • 3.9.2 lighting

      • 3.9.3 equipment needs

      • 3.9.4 orientation to the audience

    • 3.10 prepare responses to anticipated questions from the audience

  • 4 apply principles of effective speaking in a variety of contexts

    • 4.1 deliver a short speech or presentation, including the use of technology where appropriate

    • 4.2 demonstrate impromptu speaking skills on a variety of topics

    • 4.3 evaluate personal presentation skills, including considerations for:

      • 4.3.1 choice of topic

      • 4.3.2 content of presentation (clarity, accuracy and achievement of purpose)

      • 4.3.3 delivery (speaking style and effectiveness, gestures)

      • 4.3.4 effective use of technology

      • 4.3.5 fulfillment of school and/or community standards

    • 4.4 assess the presentations of peers, including considerations for:

      • 4.4.1 choice of topic

      • 4.4.2 content of presentation (clarity, accuracy and achievement of purpose)

      • 4.4.3 delivery (speaking style and effectiveness, gestures)

      • 4.4.4 effective use of technology

      • 4.4.5 fulfillment of school and/or community standards

  • 5 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 5.1.1 communicate

      • 5.1.2 manage information

      • 5.1.3 use numbers

      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 5.2.2 be responsible

      • 5.2.3 be adaptable

      • 5.2.4 learn continuously

      • 5.2.5 work safely

    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 5.3.1 work with others

      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 6.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 6.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

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