UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PANGASINAN

2ND Semester
School Year 2013-2014

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Course Number : English

Course Title
: Speech and Oral Communication
Course Description :
This course gives the students an understanding of the basic principles of speech and voice production and proficiency in their use; speech
skills common to all forms of oral communication; the selection and evaluation of materials for speech, and organizational thought, voice,
action, and speaker-listener relations. Emphasis is given on the development of oral communication skills for effective presentation and
debate, both formal and informal.
Rationale :
Being able to speak and communicate well are just as important as being able to walk or to see. However, man fails in his endeavor to express
himself clearly. Hence, the need for the student to undergo formal training is considered to enable him to communicate his thoughts, feelings,
desires, and aspirations to his fellowmen with whom he interacts using the English language.
Course Objectives :
At the end of the semester, the student should have recognized the importance of communication in their everyday life and have developed a
high level of confidence in oral communication that may aid them in their future line of work. Specifically, the students are expected to;
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Gain basic cognitive, affective and manipulative skills related to their rhetorical and practical needs as English Learners.
Enunciate properly and distinguish correctly the different speech sounds in the English language.
Develop mastery of communication skills and proficiency in the transmission of ideas.
Identify the various stages/processes involved in the cycle of communication and public speaking.
5. Exercise dynamism and proper expression needed in various situations.
6. Write and deliver various speeches needed in various situations.
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Course Outline
Specific Objectives

Subject Matter

Strategies
Teaching

Instructional
Materials

Evaluation

Time
Frame

Methodologies
Define
communication
Recognize the
importance and
values of
communication

Lectures
Socialized
recitation

books
panels
video tapes

Recitation

1st week

Lectures
Discussion

books
handouts

Group work

2nd week

Audio
presentations

audio player

Group activity,
games

3rd week

tv
vhs
tapes

Oral report

4th week

I. Communication
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A. definition of communication III.
B. value of good
communication
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C. function of communication

Discuss the
functions of
communication
Differentiate written
from oral
communication
Employ active
listening techniques
in recognizing
missing words.

II. Communication Process

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The Listening Process

Comprehend audio
materials presented
in class
Observe the different
types of
IV. Types of Communication
communication

Film Showing

5th - 6th week

Comprehend the role IV. Communication and
of language in
languages
communication
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A. the vocal organs
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B. the voices

Oral reading of
poem and
speeches

video
camera
tape
recorder
voice
recorder

Oral drill
Quiz

7th - 8th week

Pronounce the
vowels, consonants,
and diphthongs

V. Instructional Phonetic
Alphabet (IPA)

Recitation
Oral reading
of selections

Chart
Voice tapes

Oral drill
9th -10th
week

Recognize stress and

intonation patterns

VI. Stress and Intonation

Compare the small

VII. Group Communication
group and large group
a. small group
communication
communication
b. large group
communication

Conversation
by twos
using stress
and
intonation to
convey
desired
meaning
Group
activity
Lecture

Illustration
board

Visual aids

Oral conversation

11th week
Group presentation
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Voice tapes
Desktop

12th week
Demonstrate the
different kinds of
sound

VIII. Verbal Symbolization

- Characteristics of sound

Lecture

Books
Video tapes
on various
speeches of
speakers

Recitation

13th -14th

week
Identify various
speeches and deliver
them applying proper
voices, gestures, and
emotions

Community
Involvement:
Provide speech
enhancement through
oral delivery

IX. Speech Delivery

Lectures
Recitation
Video tape
viewing

Speech delivery

Speech Delivery
Speech Delivery

Participation of
the community
in the activity

15th -17th

week

Course Requirements:
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Interview
Panel forum
Quiz
Oral interpretation
Informative speech (Lecture, sales, case presentation)
Individual speech writing and delivery
Oral and written examinations
Regular attendance
Compilation of all speech activities before Final Exam.

References:
1. Fundamentals of Speech Communication by Efren Abulencia and Clarita A. Aban, 2009
2. The Art of Speaking by Avelina M. Aquino, 2006
3. Speech and Oral Communication by Theresa M. Flormata-Ballesteros, 2003
4. American Accent Training 2nd edition by Ann Cook, 2000
Grading System:
TERM Grade: 40% Major Exam + 60% Class Standing
CS Breakdown : 30% Quiz + 20% Project + 10% Recitation
FINAL GRADE = (Prelim Term Grade + Midterm Grade + Pre-final Term Grade + Tentative Final Term Grade) 4
Prepared by

Checked by:
CLARITA EMILIO EDDIO, MAEd.
Instructor

NESTOR C. PARAGAS
Program Head