Sprachpraxis III: Public Speaking and Speech Writing

Speaking clearly and confidently in public is an essential skill for numerous professions, including teaching. This course aims to give students the theoretical background needed to understand spoken forms of rhetoric and to offer them the opportunity to present and prepare examples of public speaking. In the class students will learn how to analyse and model speeches and how to improve their skills in argumentation, formulation, and delivery. Perhaps most importantly the class will aim to provide a friendly environment where students will feel comfortable speaking in front of others and receiving feedback.