ENG 124 Oral Communications

In this course, students will implement active listening and oral communication skills to deliver and analyze ethical presentations.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: ENG 102

See Course Syllabus

Course Number and Title:

ENG 124 Oral Communications

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Georgetown
  • Stanton
  • Wilmington

Effective Date

2024-52

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: ENG 102

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

In this course, students will implement active listening and oral communication skills to deliver and analyze ethical presentations.

Additional Materials

USB drive or other storage device

Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Disclaimer

None

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Apply speech principles to develop and organize presentations. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
  2. Deliver informative and persuasive speeches. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
  3. Evaluate presentations based on speech principles. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Apply speech principles to develop and organize presentations.
    1. Prepare main and supporting ideas for presentations.
    2. Incorporate transitions into presentations to show connection of ideas.
    3. Incorporate presentation aids to reinforce concepts.
    4. Cite sources as appropriate.
  2. Deliver informative and persuasive speeches.
    1. Use ethical codes of conduct and communications.
    2. Implement appropriate verbal and nonverbal skills.
    3. Adapt communication to audience needs.
  3. Evaluate presentations based on speech principles.
    1. Use active, ethical, and empathetic listening skills.
    2. Develop feedback.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Formative/Summative;

Percentage of Final Grade

Percentage of final grade

Informative Presentation

Formative: Planning materials, peer evaluations, self reflections, feedback, and/or discussions related to Informative Presentation assessments

9%

24%

Summative: Informative Presentation

Six to eight (6-8) minutes

Must include a visual aid and APA-formatted references page

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

15%

Persuasive Presentation

Formative: Planning materials, peer evaluations, self reflections, feedback, and/or discussions related to Persuasive Presentation assessments

9%

24%

Summative: Persuasive Presentation

Six to eight (6-8) minutes

Must include a visual aid and APA-formatted references page

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

15%

Ethical Listening Skills

Formative: Planning materials, peer evaluations, self reflections, feedback, and/or discussions related to Ethical Listening Skills assessments

8%

34%

Summative: Peer evaluations on presentations

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric


Summative: Video Response to Podcast

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

26%

Speech Principles

Formative: Sample speech evaluations and quizzes related to Speech Principles

13%

18%

Summative: Self-reflection form based on Speech Principles

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

5%

TOTAL

39% Formative

61% Summative

100%

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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