Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Speech Communication
Course Code
KSK_046
Branch of Science
Media and communications
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Communication Science
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ruta Siliņa
Structure Unit Manager
Ieva Puzo
Structural Unit
Faculty of Social Sciences
Contacts
Dzirciema street 16, Rīga, szf@rsu.lv
About Study Course
Objective
The course is designed to introduce students not only with the theoretical basis that influences the speech communication/ public speaking process, but to develop the skills of each student through practical tasks and training, paying special attention to the specificity of speech communication/ public speaking.
Preliminary Knowledge
Not required.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Of speech communication and its various forms and specific character.
Skills
1.Prepare and use materials for public presentation (speech, presentation, telephone conversation, e-communication, presentation of research papers) considering the specificity of the relevant target audience and the particular situation.
Competences
1.Ability to prepare for public speaking and to use the prepared public communication materials according to the particular situation and its specific nature.
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Individual work |
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-
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Practical assignments for seminars, homework, examination.
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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-
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Homework, practical training, examination – ability to prepare public speech, presentation, discussion and put it into practice.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Introduction
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Face to face communication. Greeting, introducing and farewell phrases.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Public speech
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Preparing a presentation and using it while giving a public speech
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Articulation, vocal variety and body language
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Communication via telephone and e-mail
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical trainings
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical trainings
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical trainings
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical trainings
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
20 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Anderson C. (2016) The Official TED Guide to Public SpeakingSuitable for English stream
2.
Szilágyi L.( 2014) Put English Phonetics into PracticeSuitable for English stream
3.
Manktelow J. (2014) Presentation Skills Workbook: Mind ToolsSuitable for English stream
4.
Cuddy A. (2012) Your body language may shape who you areSuitable for English stream
5.
Chase J. (2012) Books to Work on Articulation SoundsSuitable for English stream
6.
Nikitina A (2011) Successful Public SpeakingSuitable for English stream
7.
Hale J. R. (2010) The Art of Public Speaking: Lessons from the Greatest Speeches in History: Course Guidebook
8.
TEDx Speaker GuideSuitable for English stream
9.
Illustrated Speaker Guide - TED.comSuitable for English stream
Additional Reading
1.
Keigals T.Dž. Uzstāšanās māksla : droši paņēmieni, kā pārliecināt auditoriju un patikt klausītājiem. – Rīga, Atēna, 2008
2.
Montefjors S.S. Runas, kas mainīja pasauli : stāsti par brīžiem, kas veidojuši vēsturi. - Rīga: Avots, 2011
3.
Bredberijs E. Izcilas prezentācijas prasmes : ko teikt un kā izturēties prezentācijā, lai panāktu vēlamo rezultātu. – Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2008
4.
Mendziņa D. Vārds, doma, runa. – Rīga, Sol Vita, 2004
5.
Kleiser G. Successful methods of public speaking. – USD, CreateSpace, 2013Suitable for English stream
6.
Apele A. Prasme runāt publiski. – Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2011
7.
Tongue exercise for ArticulationSuitable for English stream
Other Information Sources
1.
Jaunākie zinātniskie raksti, kas pieejami RSU Bibliotēkas abonētajās zinātnisko rakstu datubāzēs (piemēram, EBSCO, SAGE Publications, Science Direct, Scopus u.c.).Suitable for English stream