Foundations of Public Speaking
Issued by
Florida International University (FIU)
Developed by the School of Communication, this badge recognizes fundamental principles of ethical and effective public speaking. Through hands-on practice and peer feedback, earners will learn how to construct, organize, and deliver original speeches with confidence and clarity. Earners of this badge are equipped with valuable tools to enhance their diction, structure their arguments logically, and engage their audience with compelling narratives.
Skills
- Career Management
- Confidently Interact With Professionals
- Content Knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Develop New Ideas
- Digital Technology
- Effective Presentation Of Persuasive Speech
- Effective Presentation Of Technical Speech
- Effective Public Speaking
- Innovate
- Lead A Team
- Oral Communication
- Problem Solve
- Research
- Written Communication
Earning Criteria
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Successful completion of SPC 2608: Fundamentals of Public Speaking and SPC 3602: Advanced Public Speaking.
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Successful completion of an effective persuasive speech, addressing the learner’s knowledge on various topics within public speaking.
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Successful completion of a speech, presentation, and outline addressing the learner’s knowledge on various topics within public speaking.
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Successful completion of a reflection paper where learners demonstrate how the competencies gained can be utilized to further personal, professional and/or academic goals.