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Persuasive Skills (SPCH0400 (UG11))

Term: Spring Term 2012 (UNDG)

Faculty

Beverly B. Brennan
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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 1:00 PM - 2:20 PM (1/7/2012 - 5/5/2012) Location: MAIN (Henry Givens Admin Bldg 313 - Lecture Only)

Description

In this course the focus will be upon techniques of convincing and motivating others to action. Reinforcements will be made of the principles and skills introduced in SPCH 0109 and SPCH 0200, with emphasis upon the role of logical thinking, audience analysis, and careful preparation in the development of effective persuasive speech strategies. Some attention will be given to the use of visuals in the development of such strategies.