Public Speaking

The following discussion question assesses the course outcome and module learning objectives below:

Course Outcome:

• Manage fear and reduce anxiety during presentation.

Module Learning Objectives: 

• Manage fear and reduce anxiety during presentation. 
• Establish confidence in delivering public presentations.
• Use physical techniques to manage fear and reduce anxiety.
• Use mental techniques to manage fear and reduce anxiety
• Employ rehearsal strategies.

Your [first] post is due on [day of week] by [time] CST. Your response to another students is due on [day of week] by [time] CST. [Adjust for number of posts. To be updated by instructor.]

Your responses including responses to other students' posts should be at least a paragraph or 150 words long. Respond to 2 peers posts with a substantial and meaningful response. A simple “I agree” or “Yes” or “LOL” will not count. Please think about the questions and your peers' responses and reply thoughtfully and courteously, according to netiquette rules. Use good English grammar, correct punctuation, and complete sentences.

Discussion Question:

Presentation aids can be very helpful in a speech to give the audience more information or share important emotional connections with the audience, however they can also detract from a speech.  Think about 3 tips that you might share with someone who will be using presentation aids in their speech to make it more effective.  Be specific about your tips and explain why your tip will help the speaker and the speech.