UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Course Title:
Speech and Voice Improvement
Course Catalog SPCH 2153
Number:
Course
Description:
Term/
Semester/Year:
Spring, 2010
Instructor:
Nancy A. Merrigan
Training in vocalization, enunciation, and pronunciation as well as the organization of ideas
and effective delivery of speech before an audience.
Prerequisites
(If any):
Goals and
Objectives:
Students will study the mechanics of voice, self-evaluation of voice, pronunciation, vocal
pattern and rate of speech.
Course Topics:
In addition to the study of the mechanics of voice, self-evaluation of voice, pronunciation,
vocal pattern and rate of speech, students will also explore how to be a stress-free
speaker, how to hold an audience’s attention through their voice, the art of vocal
persuasion, and the importance of a powerful telephone voice.
The Art of Public Speaking, by Stephen E. Lucas
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