IPS: Introduction to Public Speaking. Course Description: Forbes reports that nearly 70% of employed Americans say presentation skills are critical to their jobs.  Yet experts say that approximately 77% of people experience anxiety about speaking in public. However, one can gain confidence and skills in public speaking. In this course, students will learn how to organize and clearly present different types of information as they deliver impromptu, informative, narrative, and persuasive speeches to their classmates.  

Additionally, students will learn interviewing skills to help them seek jobs and/or college scholarships. Students will be introduced to a variety of strategies to improve their memory and their confidence in public speaking. 

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $450. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The $400.00 balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Payment Methods: Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal. (If you are paying by PayPal, please request an invoice. A 3 percent convenience fee will be charged. Cash or Check

Recommended credit: 1.0 credit

Class Size: Min 8/Max 12

Course Meets: Tuesdays, 10:30 am - 11:25 am

Required Materials: Speech I  student workbook (digital product), which students should print out and place in a three-ring binder; $5.99 from 7 Sisters https://www.7sistershomeschool.com/product/speech-student-workbook/  

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Public Speaking: QuickStudy Laminated Reference Guide (QuickStudy Academic)https://a.co/d/08Pnn0A

All Payments are non-refundable