Valencia: Fundamentals of Speech SPC 1608 CRN: 16346 Fall 2015

Valencia: Fundamentals of Speech SPC 1608 CRN: 16346 Fall 2015

Instructor: Dr. Council- Ph.D.

Department Office: Building 5

Department phone: 407-582-1313

Email:

COURSE INFORMATION

- Class meeting time and location: Tue/Th 4-5:15pm,

Building 5, Room 228

-Teaching styles and instructional methods used:

-Lecture, speech performance evaluations, writing evaluations, text readings and workshops .

-Lecture/lab- 3 credit hour course.

- Course Description: Students explore a range of communication concepts and topics from interpersonal communication, to small group communication, to public speaking. Students develop skills to put the communication principles to work.

- Valencia College Core Competencies

“The faculty of Valencia College has identified four core competencies that define the learning outcomes for a successful Valencia graduate. These competencies are at the heart of the Valencia experience and provide the context for learning and assessment at Valencia College. You will be given opportunities to develop and practice these competencies in this class. The four competencies are:

1. Think- think clearly, and creatively, analyze, synthesize, integrate and evaluate in the many domains of human inquiry
2. Value- make reasoned judgments and responsible commitments
3. Communicate- communicate with different audiences using varied means
4. Act- act purposefully, effectively and responsibly.”

-Required Text:A Pocket Guide To Public Speaking 4th ed. by Dan O’Hair, Hannah Rubenstein and Rob Stewart. Publisher: Bedford St. Martin’s. ISBN: 978-1-4576-0184-2.

Refund of Fees:Drop/Refund Deadline (11:59 p.m.) Sep 8

Faculty/Student Communication

-If you have any problems or questions please email me. During the week you can expect a response with 24-48 hours. If there is a true emergency please contact the department.

-For technical problems you encounter on assignments I recommend that you document the technical issues by copying emails to alternative emails addresses, taking and saving screen shots, etc.

-Check your emails every other day, at least.

-“Valencia College is committed to providing each student a quality educational experience. Faculty members have set high standards of instruction for themselves and for you. If you have a problem in a class, your first step is to talk to your instructor. If you are still dissatisfied, you may talk with the academic dean of the division for your class. We will work together to resolve any issues that arise.”

Academic Dishonesty Policy Statement: (from Student Policy Handbook)

1. All forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited at Valencia College. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, acts or attempted acts of plagiarism, cheating, furnishing false information, forgery, alteration or misuse of documents, misconduct during a testing situation, facilitating academic dishonesty, and misuse of identification with intent to defraud or deceive.
2. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the students' individual thoughts, research, and self-expression. Whenever a student uses ideas, wording, or organization from another source, the source shall be appropriately acknowledged.
3. Students shall take special notice that the assignment of course grades is the responsibility of the students' individual professor.

Policy History

Adopted 4-24-85; Amended 11-18-92; Amended 12-11-07; Formerly 6Hx28:10-16

Procedure Effective Date: 12/11/2007 Procedure Statement:

Anyone observing an act of academic dishonesty may refer the matter to the professor, as an academic violation, and/or to the Dean of Students or designee, as a violation of the Student Code of Conduct (6Hx28:8-03). When the professor has reason to believe that an act of academic dishonesty has occurred, the professor may proceed in one of three ways:

1. The professor may choose to consider the act of academic dishonesty to be an academic offense, and using his/her academic judgment may assign an academic sanction to the responsible student, following a discussion of the matter with the student and any other appropriate persons. Academic penalties may include, without limitation, one or more of the following: loss of credit for an assignment, examination, or project; withdrawal from course; a reduction in the course grade; or a grade of "F" in the course. If the student disagrees with the decision of the professor, the student may seek a review of the decision subject to and in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-10, Student Academic Dispute and Administrative Complaint Resolution.
2. The professor may choose to consider the act of academic dishonesty to be a violation of the Valencia Student Code of Conduct, and may refer the matter for resolution in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-03. Disciplinary penalties for academic dishonest may include, without limitation, warning, probation, suspension and/or expulsion from the College. Any appeal of disciplinary sanctions will occur subject to and in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-03.
3. The professor may choose to consider the act of academic dishonesty as warranting both an academic and disciplinary sanction. In this case, a professor should refer the matter for resolution in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-03, Student Code of Conduct, and when appropriate, should withhold any academic sanctions until such time as the disciplinary process is concluded and the student has been found responsible for violating college policy. If the student is found responsible for violating the Student Code of Conduct, the professor may then assign academic sanction in addition to any assigned disciplinary sanction. Any appeal of disciplinary sanctions will occur subject to and in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-03, and any review of academic sanctions will occur subject to and in accordance with Policy 6Hx28:8-10.

CLASS POLICY ON ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

“Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states ‘group project.’”

The first offense will result in a zero on the assignment.

The second offense will result in FAILURE (F) for the course and referral to the department and academic board for further actions.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

- (College Policy: 6Hx28: 4-7: Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals)

-You are expected to attend all class meetings of all courses for which you are registered. Regular attendance and regular class participation are significant factors that promote success in college

-Class attendance is required beginning with the first class meeting. If you do not attend the first class meeting, you may be withdrawn from the class as a “no show.” Students who are not actively participating in an online class and/or do not submit the first assignment by the scheduled due date must be withdrawn by the instructor at the end of the first week as a "no show". If you are withdrawn as a “no show,” you will be financially responsible for the class and a final grade of “WN” will appear on your transcript for the course.

-Additionally- Students are expected to attend all class sessions and activities for which they are registered. Any class session or activity missed, regardless of cause, reduces the opportunity of learning and may adversely affect a student's achievement in the course. A student who is absent from class 10 percent of the scheduled class time is subject to be withdrawn without warning by the instructor. A student may not be re-admitted to the class once withdrawn.

-A student who has to be absent because of jury duty or court-mandated appearance needs to contact the appropriate instructors in advance of the absence in order that a plan for making up work missed can be made. When observance of religious holidays of students' own faith interferes with admission and registration; with attendance in class, class activities, examinations and official ceremonies; and with class work assignments, students are required to notify instructors, counselors or other appropriate personnel in advance of such absences.

-Students are held responsible for material covered during their absences, with reasonable time provided to complete make-up assignments. Instructor will devise a plan for making up work missed. When practical, major class assignments, major examinations and official ceremonies shall be scheduled on other than major religious holidays. Students who believe they have been unreasonably denied educational benefits due to their religious beliefs or practices may seek redress through the student appeal procedures.

Baycare Behavioral Health’s Student Assistance Program:

“Valencia is committed to making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help that may assist them with psychological issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. Students have 24 hour unlimited access to the Baycare Behavioral Health’s confidential student assistance program phone counseling services by calling (800) 878-5470. Three free confidential face-to-face counseling sessions are also available to students.”

Students with Disabilities Information:

"Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class; accommodations will not be applied retroactively. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.

"West Campus SSB, Rm. 102 Phone: 407-582-1523 Fax: 407-582-1326

Support Services

Tutoring services are available in bldg. 7-240 (extension 1633)

Writing Center is in 5-155 extension 5454.

Valencia College offers a variety of SkillShops: short seminars covering a variety of topics which deal with student success, goals and purpose., Go to:

Classroom Procedures

Students are required to be on time for class. More than 10 minutes late will result in a late grade for that day. This can impact your overall grade by the end of the term. If you or you child are sick and you need to miss a day of class I will allow you to make up the class during another section that I teach if it is within that week. Thus you will receive your full attendance credit for that class.

Students are required to respect their fellow colleagues opinions and presentations during activities and speeches. This also applies to the instructor and any guests that may be brought in. (Some topics and workshops can deal with controversial topics, therefore this is a mandatory requirement.) Since Valencia is a public college religious topics will not be allowed. (“Separation of church and state.”) This will further discussed on the first day of class.

There is no eating in class. You are allowed to have non-alcoholic beverages in closed containers (cups with lids, thermos cups, and bottles). Due to people having various allergies, please adhere to this to avoid emergencies.

Homework is due at the beginning of class. Do not come late to class to complete homework. There will be a grade deduction of 10 points per day (not class period) of all late work. No late work will be accepted after the following class. Classes that meet only once a week are required to turn the homework into my mailbox no later than 2 days after the assignment was due. You may NOT have an extra week.

There are occasional exceptions especially in regards to illness, accommodations or emergencies. However, since I give you ample time to complete the assignments, there should be no excuse.

You may not skip your scheduled speech day to gain more time to work on it. Missing your scheduled day will result in a 20 point deduction. If you have plans for travel or medical procedures you need to let me know so that I can schedule you on a day that would accommodate you. Occasionally emergencies happen, if you can submit a legal excuse for your absence (doctor’s note, police report, court documents, etc.) you will be allowed to make up the presentation at a later date. Also, if you know one of your classmates who may be willing to switch dates with you, that will be allowed as well.

For all formal speeches you are required to dress up in business attire.

For men: this means a button-up shirt (no polo’s) and tie. Dress pants or khakis (no cargo pants, denim or leather) and a dress shoe (no flip flops or sneakers, boots, Vans, etc.)

For women: this means a straight line dress, not too short, or low-cut (to be discussed in lecture) or a blouse and skirt, or dress pants and a blouse. (Outfits should not be patterned, floral, sequins, polka dots, prints, etc. No denim or leather or leggings or shiny nylon). A dress shoe open or closed toe. (No sneakers, Vans, flip-flops, etc.)

For both men and women: if you opt for a full business suit I will award you 2 extra points under wardrobe on your speech. There are three formal speeches in the semester: Introductory, Informative and Persuasive. There are two non-formal speeches during the semester: Demonstration and Special Occasion.

Grading

90-100 = A89-80 = B79-70 =C

69-60 = D59-0 = F

10%- Attendance/Participation10%- Homework

10%- Introductory Speech10%- Special Occasion (Final)

10%- Research Project10%- Tests and Quizzes

20%- Informative Speech20%- Persuasive Speech

TOTAL- 100

SCHEDULE (subject to change at instructor’s discretion)

All due dates are for the FALL 2015 term.

9/1Introduction of course and expectations. Introduce yourself exercise. HW: Purchase book and bring to class.

9/3Partner exercise. Discuss Introduction speech requirements. Introduce partner presentations. Type or write three names of people you would like to use for your first speech. Due on Tuesday 9/8. Final Book check also due for a full grade. HW: Read p.3-23 of text.

9/8People for speech reviewed. Outlining. HW: Work on Rough Draft. Read p.3-23 of text.

9/10 Review rough drafts, wardrobe questions. Introduction practice in groups. HW: Read p.3-23 of text. . FINAL SPEECH TYPED and PRESENTATIONS ON SEPTEMBER 15th.

9/15Speech Presentations. HW: read p. 23-46.

9/17Speech Presentations. Discuss Informative Speech. HW: read p. 23-46. Type up 3 informative speech topics with one complete non-biased factual sentence for each one. Failure to do so will means you will choose off my list. Quiz on readings up through p. 23.on 9/22.

9/22Listening exercises. Quiz on readings. Ethics workshop. HW: read p. 23-46.

9/24Research lecture. HW: Research Assignment due on 9/29.

9/29SUBMIT RESEARCH PROJECTS. Audience workshop. HW:Read p. 54-93 by 10/26.Read p. 157-169 by due by 10/19

10/1Demonstration Speech lecture. HW: Prepare demonstration speech. Read p. 54-93 by 10/20. Read p. 157-169 by due by 10/15

10/6-15Demonstration Speeches HW: Continue to work on Informative Speech. Rough Draft due on 10/15.Read p. 54-93 by 10/20. Read p. 157-169 by due by 10/15.

10/15Review rough drafts. Informative Speeches begin on 11/2. HW: Have all final drafts and speech components ready for speech.

10/20Informative prep/rehearsal day. HW: Have all final drafts and speech components ready for speech.

10/22-11/3Informative Speeches HW: Prepare for test on readings on 11/5.

11/5Test. Persuasive lecture. HW: Read section 189-217. Type 3 topics with 2 factual sentences each. If not completed you will pick off my list, due 11/10.

11/10Voice exercise. Persuasive review HW: Read section 219-229. Typed Rough draft due on 11/12.

11/12Emotion workshop. Prepare for speech. Speeches are on 11/17.

11/17-12/3Persuasive Speeches. HW: Prepare for test on 12/8.

11/26NO CLASS THANKSGIVING.

12/8Test. Special Occasion lecture. HW: Prepare for Special Occasion Speech.

12/15FINAL EXAM: Special Occasion Speeches- LAST DAY OF CLASS