| Course Name |
(中) 演說技巧(3073) |
| (Eng.) English Speech and Debate |
| Offering Dept |
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures |
| Course Type |
Elective |
Credits |
2 |
Teacher |
CHEN YOU-TING |
| Department |
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures/Undergraduate |
Language |
English |
Semester |
2025-FALL |
| Course Description |
This semester, we will focus on enhancing students’ public speaking abilities. This course will equip students with the essential skills needed to excel in two major public speeches: informative and persuasive speeches. Students will learn to organize their thoughts coherently, present arguments clearly, and use persuasive techniques to influence their audience effectively. Through practice and feedback, students will improve their delivery, including voice modulation, body language, and overall presentation skills. By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in the essentials of public speaking, empowering them to excel in various communication contexts and enhance their effectiveness as public speakers. |
| Prerequisites |
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self-directed learning in the course |
Y |
| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
| This two-semester course is designed to enhance students’ abilities in public speaking and debating in English. Through various exercises and activities, students will develop effective communication skills, master debate techniques, and build confidence in informing and persuading their targeted audience. |
| 1.Foreign language skills |
| 3.Communication and presentation skills |
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| Exercises |
| Discussion |
| Lecturing |
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| Attendance |
| Oral Presentation |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
9/9
Overview of the course and expectations
Warm-up activity
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| Week 2 |
9/16
Introducing speech types and delivery skills
Brainstorming speech topics
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| Week 3 |
9/23
Organizing and developing the body of the speech |
| Week 4 |
9/30
Beginning and ending the speech |
| Week 5 |
10/7
Outlining the speech |
| Week 6 |
10/14
Speaking to persuade |
| Week 7 |
10/21
Practicing speech 1 |
| Week 8 |
10/28
Giving feedback and constructive criticism |
| Week 9 |
11/4
Speech 1 (persuasive speech) |
| Week 10 |
11/11
Peer feedback |
| Week 11 |
11/18
Sharpening delivery skills |
| Week 12 |
11/25
Using visual aids |
| Week 13 |
12/2
Speaking to inform |
| Week 14 |
12/9
Practicing speech 2 |
| Week 15 |
12/16
Speech 2 (informative speech) |
| Week 16 |
12/23
Peer feedback |
self-directed
learning |
Preparation of speeches |
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| Evaluation |
20% Attendance and in-class performance
30% Persuasive speech
30% Informative speech
20% Peer feedback *2
1. Attendance is mandatory, and all absences must be excused with advance notice and for verifiable reasons. All leaves will negatively impact attendance scores.
2. Students’ performance will be determined by their participation and overall effort in class. Since this course focuses on training students to speak in public, students are expected to actively participate and engage in various activities during each class.
3. Students must deliver two individual speeches for informative and persuasive purposes, respectively. The length of these speeches will vary depending on the number of students enrolled. Students can choose their own topics but will not be able to make up any missed speeches.
4. Students must respond to two speeches given by their classmates, both in written and oral form. The evaluation of all speeches will be based on the structure of the speech, the development of the ideas, the smoothness of delivery, and the effectiveness of verbal and nonverbal communication.
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| Textbook & other References |
| This course does not require a textbook. |
| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
| The instructor will prepare supplementary course materials and upload them to the course page on iLearning before or after class. Hard copies will only be distributed in class if necessary. |
| Office Hours |
| Thursday, 15:00-17:00 (by appointment) |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL) |
| include experience courses：N |
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