Critical Thinking and Public Speaking

This course focuses on developing students’ abilities to think critically and communicate effectively in public settings. This course covers the principles of argumentation, logic, and persuasion, alongside practical techniques for preparing and delivering speeches. Students will learn how to analyze complex issues, structure compelling arguments, and present their ideas confidently to diverse audiences. Through a combination of theory and practice, including speech writing, debates, and presentations, students will enhance their public speaking skills and their capacity to think critically.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Critical Thinking and Argumentation: Students will develop the ability to analyze information, construct logical arguments, and evaluate evidence, improving their capacity for critical thinking in both written and spoken formats.
• Speech Structure and Organization: Gain proficiency in organizing and structuring speeches, ensuring clarity and coherence in the presentation of ideas, with a focus on introductions, body content, and conclusions.
• Persuasion and Audience Engagement: Learn techniques for engaging and persuading an audience, including the use of rhetorical devices, emotional appeals, and persuasive reasoning in public speaking.
• Effective Public Speaking Skills: Enhance public speaking skills by practicing voice modulation, body language, pacing, and eye contact to deliver speeches confidently and effectively in various settings.

These outcomes aim to equip students with the skills necessary to analyze complex issues and communicate their ideas effectively in public, preparing them for roles in public relations, leadership, and communication-driven professions.