Course Description

In this course students will learn the Five Canons of Rhetoric focusing on memory and delivery techniques as they write and present a minimum of five speeches: self-introductory, narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu. In addition, students will evaluate speeches both recorded and presented by classmates in preparation for self-evaluation. The intent of the course is to empower students to become competent and confident speakers.

To be successful in this class:

Students must be able to stay on the assignment schedule as laid out in JE, be able to think critically, be prepared to research topics as necessary, be willing to give and receive constructive criticism, and be able to face whatever fears of public speaking they may have utilizing the tools provided in the course.

Grades: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade

Course Tuition and Enrollment Fees can be found HERE. If applicable, see below for additional course fees (supply, lab, textbook, etc.)

Course Credit: 0.5 CP Elective Credit. Course can also be taken for honors credit. View Honors Public Speaking Course Description for details on honors requirements.