The best aspects of this course included the development of public speaking skil s and the caring instructor. Students reported that the assignments were practical and valuable, and that they facilitated noticeable progress over the course of the semester. A significant amount of preparation went into student presentations every week. Suggestions for improvement included spacing out the presentations and adding more group projects. Prospective students wil find this course an enjoyable way to improve public speaking skills. This course with this instructor were highly recommended.

The best aspects of this course included the knowledgeable instructor who taught applicable communication skills and gave individualized feedback. A significant amount of preparation went into student presentations every week. Students felt that the professor had a tendency to go off topic during lectures taking away from class discussion time. Suggestions for improvement included spacing out the presentations more, organizing smaller groups for projects, and having more feedback from peers for each student presentation. Prospective students are encouraged to take this course to improve public speaking skills and should be prepared to allocate a significant amount of time outside of class to complete assignments.

The best aspects of this course included the knowledgeable instructor who taught applicable communication skills, gave individualized feedback, and fostered a relaxing classroom environment. Some students felt that there were subjective aspects to grading, and that feedback was not given in a timely manner. Weekly student presentations required a significant preparation. Suggestions for improvement included having an advanced oral presentation class, providing more opportunities for group work, and having feedback from peers and the instructor directly after a student presentation. Prospective students will find this course an enjoyable way to improve public speaking skills. Prospective students should be open minded and ready to learn from the instructor and peers.

The best aspects of this course included the immediate feedback on presentations, amount of in class practice, comfortable class size and environment, and overall improvement of skills. Students felt that the quizzes and assigned chapter readings were not beneficial. Suggestions for improvement included spreading the work load more evenly throughout the semester and providing more detailed information on the guidelines for grading. Students also suggested having more feedback from the instructor, having more relevant course work on quizzes, and shortening or moving up the class time. Prospective students are encouraged to take this course to improve public speaking skil s and should be prepared to allocate a significant amount of time outside of class to complete weekly assignments.

The best aspects of this course included the knowledgeable instructor who taught applicable communication skills and gave individualized feedback. A significant amount of preparation went into student presentations every week. Students felt that the professor had a tendency to go off topic during lectures taking away from class discussion time. Suggestions for improvement included spacing out the presentations more, organizing smaller groups for projects, and having more feedback from peers for each student presentation. Prospective students are encouraged to take this course to improve public speaking skills and should be prepared to allocate a significant amount of time outside of class to complete assignments.

The best aspects of this course included the smal , intimate class size and the opportunity to develop and practice public speaking skills tailored to personal interests. Students appreciated the practicality of the course as well as the marked progress made over the course of the semester. Some students found the coursework to be too demanding and the grading too harsh. Suggestions for improvement included lightening the course load, meeting more frequently during the week at shorter class times, and having grades reflect improvement. Prospective students are encouraged to take this course to improve public speaking skil s and should be prepared to allocate a significant amount of time outside of class to complete assignments.