Forbes magazine reports that nearly 70% of employed Americans say that presentation skills are critical to their job.  Yet experts say that approximately 77% of people experience anxiety about speaking in public. However, one can gain confidence and skill in the ability to speak publicly. 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 aid in seeking a job and/or college scholarships. Students will be introduced to a variety of strategies to improve their memory as well as their confidence in public speaking.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $400. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The $350.00 balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $175 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Cash, check, PayPal, and Zelle

Recommended credit: 1.0 credit

Course Meets: Tuesdays

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/   AND  Public Speaking Quick Study Academic Card from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1423224337/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

All Payments are non-refundable