COURSE ID: EN020SYNA01

Public Speaking

Current 2025-26
Start Date: August 18, 2025
End Date: May 21, 2026
District: Niobrara County School District #1
Grade Levels: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Provider: WYVA

Students are introduced to public speaking as a vital skill for academic, work, and social settings. They learn to be fair and critical listeners of spoken information and persuasion. The course covers various speech types—informative, persuasive, dramatic, and special occasion—and students study, prepare, and present speeches to diverse audiences. They practice choosing topics, adapting content, researching, and using listener feedback. Instruction includes using visual and multimedia aids, maintaining credibility online, understanding speaking ethics, and managing communication anxiety.