Course Syllabus

R110:  THE FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING

 

INSTRUCTOR: Jon Sheldon

Theme:  Taking Responsibility:  “The kind of self-reliance I have in mind goes farther than mere responsibility for oneself.  Each of us, ultimately, is responsible in large part for the welfare of their community, for the kind of government they have, for the world they live in.”  E. Roosevelt, “You Learn By Living,” 1960.

 

Office Hours:  By appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays in CA 313 Cubicle B, 10:30am - 11:30am.

 

Classes: 

Section 22348, 7:30A - 8:45A, TR, CA 231

Section 24643, 9:00A - 10:15A, TR, IP 232

Section 28845, 12:00P - 1:15P, TR, NU 203

Email me only on Canvas.

 

The Speaker’s Lab is located in CA 001G

 

Required Materials:

    

• You must have this text:

First Edition of FUNDAMENTALS OF COMMUNICATION

Edited by LeBeau & Sheeler,

Hayden/McNeil publishers

• One pack of 4X6 index cards.
• One plain file folder with your name and section number on it for me to return papers to you.

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES: See page vi of text.

Basic Class Policies (Read Carefully)

1. You may miss two class days without penalty as long as you are not scheduled to speak, evaluate or are the chairperson. Since we give you 2 free absences, I do not need doctor’s notes and etc.  See Attendance Policy at the end of this syllabus for penalties.  R110 also participates in Administrative Withdrawal—see explanation on page 4 of this syllabus.  You will be responsible to sign an attendance sheet every class session.  No signature equals an absence.  Please note that any student with no absences, has signed in each day, and a B+ or better grade on the last day of class will not have to take the final and        thus receive an automatic 100 points.
2. If you are absent on the day you are scheduled to speak you will receive an F. There are no make-up speeches. You may, however, trade with someone in another group-just let me know about the change.  Unfortunately, because there are 25 of you, there is just no time to make up speeches.
3. On the day you are to speak please be dressed neatly and/or appropriately. (Sunday best)
4. No lectern will be used in this class.
5. There will be no moving of the speaker during speeches except on transitions, signposts, or some other logical thought-shift that your movement will enhance.

6. Use note cards or your grade will be docked a letter grade.
7. Work on eye contact immediately.
8. There will be no talking or studying of other subjects or notes for your speech during a classmate’s Speech. Your speech grade will be cut by one letter grade if you are found doing the above.

9. Never enter the room while a classmate is speaking. Wait for applause, then enter.
10. All speeches are timed. See Time penalties at the end of the syllabus.
11. All work is to be written with college level composition skills and typed with the exception of the listening sheets. If work is not of a college quality level, it will receive an F.
12. Use the MLA Style Sheet for parenthetical notation and sources cited.
13. All written assignments are due on my desk no later than one-minute pass the hour class begins. Otherwise they will be considered late and will have one letter grade deducted if the work is handed in 2 minutes past the hour when it was due. An additional letter grade will be deducted for each day it is late.  No late work will be accepted after 48 hours.  This includes uploaded assignments such as Thesis Statements and Self-Reflections.  Not having a file folder with your name on it by the 3^rd class period will result in a -10 points per day.

14. On Audience Analysis or Outline days, you will only receive points if you are present (in class).  No emailed audience analysis or outlines will be given points or will be looked over by this instructor.
15. Do not use inappropriate language at any time in this university level class.
16. I encourage and recommend that students use word processing software. Please, allow extra time to prepare assignments in case of computer mistakes.  Make backup copies of all work for this class. “My computer lost it,” or “...the printer just won’t work” are not acceptable excuses. Suggestion: print outlines and etcetera 48 hours before they’re due. The material you submit is ultimately your responsibility.

17. You will not be allowed to use the whiteboard as a visual aid.
18. Never say “Thank You” at the end of your speeches in this class. If you do your grade will be docked one letter grade.
19. Do not call me or email me the night before your speech for help. You may email me two nights or three nights before your speech, but never the night before. No emails will be accepted and/or answered on the weekends.  (Exception is the weekend before classes begin.)
20. Those of you over 15 minutes late to class and/or leave more than 15 minutes early will be counted absent for the day.
21. Make sure that all of your paperwork and all uploaded assignments have your name on it or you will receive an F. No Name = F.
22. Never use yourself and knowledge as a source—only for credibility.
23. Turn off all electronic devices before class begins.  “The classroom is designed as a safe haven for all students desiring to become better, more confident public speakers…A supportive, creative and friendly environment is helpful to…overcome uneasiness about speaking to a group of 20 or more.  It is recommended that you treat your fellow students and instructor with respect, support and courtesy throughout the semester” (40).  We will be active listeners throughout the semester, refraining from talking with others and doing unrelated work during class time.  Additionally, this class supports the university policy regarding disruptive behavior.     All electronic devices including laptops, cell phones and mp3 players must be turned off during class and out of sight.  Ten participation points will be deducted for any electronic distractions.  (If a cell phone is needed for an emergency situation, let instructor know before class.) 

24. You will be expected to participate in our Turnitin program for all speech outlines.
25. You are responsible for reading the text. You are also responsible for reading the Specific Evaluation Criteria in the Coursebook for each speech. Please remember that I do not read minds and therefore if you have a question—ask it. It is your responsibility.  Quizzes will be announced.

26. I will not tolerate any plagiarism-see below.
27. I do not do extra credit assignments nor assignments to make up any points or absences.
28. I will not accept any assignment submissions via email. Upload your assignments via the Assignments or Modules tabs in Canvas.

 

Read carefully, POLICIES & PROCEDURES

Academic Integrity

Please refer to the IUPUI Student Code of Conduct: http://www.iupui.edu/code/ for information regarding penalties and procedures in cases of academic misconduct: cheating, plagiarism, etc.

Plagiarism is the violation of academic expectations about using and citing sources. 

The Indiana University Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities (available in CA

401) explains institutional penalties for plagiarism, or you may visit http://www.iupui.edu/code/ for more information. These IUPUI policies will be enforced.

 Adaptive Educational Services (AES) provides accommodations for students with special challenges or disabilities that may affect their classroom performance. If you are eligible you may register with AES by calling 274-3241. Visit http://www.life.iupui.edu/aes/ for more information.

 Academic misconduct and disruptive students may face disciplinary action according to University policy. Visit http://www.life.iupui.edu/help/code.asp for more information.

 Withdrawals must be initiated with a signed schedule adjustment form. See http://registrar.iupui.edu/drop.html,the Schedule of Classes, or the Campus Bulletin for more information.

 Incompletes are rarely given, and then only if at least 75% of the work has been completed at a passing level, and extreme circumstances prevent completion of the remaining work. For more information, see http://registrar.iupui.edu/incomp.html

 Student Advocate Office:  The Student Advocate Office will answer your questions, direct you to the appropriate departments and people, familiarize you with university policies and procedures, and give you guidance as you look at ways to solve problems and make choices. For more information, visit them in UC002  or contact them at 2787594, at stuadvoc@iupui.edu, or at http://www.life.iupui.edu/advocate/

 CAPS: If you find that life stressors are interfering with your academic or personal success, consider contacting Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).  All IUPUI students are eligible for counseling services at minimal fees. CAPS also performs evaluations for learning disorders and ADHD; fees are charged for testing. CAPS is located in UN418. For more information, see the CAPS web-site at: http://www.life.iupui.edu/caps/ or call them at 274-2548.

 

University Writing Center: The UWC provides free assistance to students at any stage of the writing process. Please visit them for friendly advice about your writing assignments. Call 274-2049 or stop by CA 427 to make an appointment. Visit them online at http://www.iupui.edu/~writectr/

 

Diversity: In our classroom we will accept and respect individual differences, seeking to foster an appreciation of diversity. Students are expected to respect other students and their opinions regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, or sexuality.

 

                                                                               

The university may discipline a student for academic misconduct, which is defined as any activity that tends to compromise the academic integrity of the institution and undermine the educational process. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Cheating
   1. A student must not use external assistance on any “in-class” or “take-home” examination, unless the instructor specifically has authorized such assistance. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, the use of tutors, books, notes, and calculators.
   2. A student must not use another person as a substitute in the taking of an examination or quiz.
   3. A student must not steal examinations or other course materials.
   4. A student must not allow others to conduct research or to prepare any work for him or her without advance authorization from the instructor to whom the work is being submitted. Under this prohibition, a student must not make any unauthorized use of materials obtained from commercial term paper companies or from files of papers prepared by other persons.
   5. A student must not collaborate with other persons on a particular project and submit a copy of a written report which is represented explicitly or implicitly as the student’s own individual work.
   6. A student must not use any unauthorized assistance in a laboratory, at a computer terminal, or on fieldwork.
   7. A student must not submit substantial portions of the same academic work for credit or honors more than once without permission of the instructor to whom the work is being submitted.
   8. A student must not alter a grade or score in any way.
2. Fabrication

A student must not falsify or invent any information or data in an academic exercise including, but not limited to, records or reports, laboratory results, and citations to the sources of information.

3. Plagiarism

A student must not adopt or reproduce ideas, words, or statements of another person without an appropriate acknowledgment. A student must give due credit to the originality of others and acknowledge an indebtedness whenever he or she does any of the following:

1. Quotes another person’s actual words, either oral or written;
2. Paraphrases another person’s words, either oral or written;
3. Uses another person’s idea, opinion, or theory; or
4. Borrows facts, statistics, or other material, unless the information is common knowledge.

4. Interference
   1. A student must not steal, change, destroy, or impede another student’s work. Impeding another student’s work includes, but is not limited to, the theft, defacement, or mutilation of resources so as to deprive others of the information they contain.
   2. A student must not give or offer a bribe, promise favors, or make threats with the intention of affecting a grade or the evaluation of academic performance.
5. Violation of Course Rules

A student must not violate course rules as contained in a course syllabus or other information provided to the student.

6. Facilitating Academic Dishonesty

A student must not intentionally or knowingly help or attempt to help another student to commit an act of academic misconduct.

This is just one area of the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct.  See the link above for complete details.

 

Attendance:  Administrative Withdrawal: A basic requirement of this course is that you will participate in class and conscientiously complete writing and reading assignments. Keep in touch with me if you are unable to attend class or complete an assignment on time. If you miss more than half our class meetings within the first four weeks of the semester without contacting me, you will be administratively withdrawn from this section. Our class meets once/twice* per week; thus if you miss more than two/four* classes in the first four weeks, you may be withdrawn. Administrative withdrawal may have academic, financial, and financial aid implications. Administrative withdrawal will take place after the full refund period, and if you are administratively withdrawn from the course you will not be eligible for a tuition refund. If you have questions about the administrative withdrawal policy at any point during the semester, please contact me.

 

Speech Night attendance is required unless the student has a class that evening. (The instructor may decide whether attending Speech Night Preliminaries as a judge or speaker exempts them from attending Speech Night.)

 

University Policies adhered to in R110

IUPUI Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct can be found at: http://life.iupui.edu/rights/docs/CodeofConduct.pdf.    It is important to enforce academic honesty, which is one reason R110 began requiring the two speeches (Explanation and Policy) to be turned in on Turnitin.com.

 

 

ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL

Administrative Withdrawal: A basic requirement of this course is that you will participate in class and conscientiously complete writing and reading assignments. Keep in touch with me if you are unable to attend class or complete an assignment on time. If you miss more than half our class meetings within the first four weeks of the semester without contacting me, you will be administratively withdrawn from this section. Our class meets once/twice* per week; thus if you miss more than two/four* classes in the first four weeks, you may be withdrawn. Administrative withdrawal may have academic, financial, and financial aid implications. Administrative withdrawal will take place after the full refund period, and if you are administratively withdrawn from the course you will not be eligible for a tuition refund. If you have questions about the administrative withdrawal policy at any point during the semester, please contact me.

 

University College Drop Limit Policy – University College freshmen (25 hours or below) may not drop more than one course per semester.  This policy will be enforced through advisor sign-off on drop requests.  The policy does not include course adjustments made during the first week of class nor does it apply to classes in which a student has been “administratively withdrawn”.

 

University College Dismissal Policy – Beginning full-time cohort students in their first semester of attendance in University College who have completed 12 or more credits must obtain at least a 1.0 GPA or they will be dismissed.

 

INCOMPLETES: Granting incompletes is at the discretion of the instructor.  Incompletes will be available only to students who successfully complete at least 75% of the course work with a B grade and who contact the instructor as soon as they are aware of significant extenuating circumstances which prevent them from completing the remainder of their course work. Poor performance in the class does not warrant an incomplete.

http://registrar.iupui.edu/flag_eas.html Links to an external site.

This semester I will be using IU's FLAGS System to provide real-time feedback on your performance in this course. Periodically throughout the semester I will be entering data on factors such as your class attendance, participation, and success with coursework, among other things. This information will provide feedback on how you are faring in the course and offer you suggestions on how you might be able to improve your performance.
You will be able to access this information in the student center: Onestart > Student Services page > Student Center > My Academics and Grades > My Grades.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records.
These rights include:
The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the University receives a request for access. A student should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The University official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the University official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.
The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student's privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask the University to amend a record should write the University official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the University decides not to amend the record as requested, the University will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student's right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
The right to provide written consent before the University discloses personally identifiable information from the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. The University discloses education records without a student's prior written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the University has contracted as its agent to provide a service instead of using University employees or officials (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for the University. Upon request, the University may disclose education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. Finally, "public information" may be released freely unless the student files the appropriate form requesting that certain public information not be released. This form is available at the Office of the Registrar. Public information is limited to name; address; e-mail address; phone; major field of study; dates of attendance; admission or enrollment status; campus; school, college, or division; class standing; degrees and awards; activities; sports; and athletic information.
The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Indiana University to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-5901
Policy on Sexual Misconduct:
“What you should know out sexual misconduct: IU does not tolerate acts of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence. If you have experienced sexual misconduct, or know someone who has, the University can help. It is important to know that federal regulations and University policy require faculty to promptly report complaints of potential sexual misconduct known to them to their campus Deputy Title IX Coordinator(s) to ensure that appropriate measures are taken and resources are made available. The University will work with you to protect your privacy by sharing information with only those that need to know to ensure the University can respond and assist. If you are seeking help and would like to speak to someone confidentially, you can make an appointment with a Mental Health Counselor on campus (contact information available at http://stopsexualviolence.iu.edu/employee/confidential.html Links to an external site.). Find more information about sexual violence, including campus and community resources at http://stopsexualviolence.iu.edu/ Links to an external site..”

 

 

ABSENCES

The following shows the departmental standards for the correction of the final grade or the highest grade allowable, depending upon absences:

 % missed                                2/week             1/week            correction                               Highest

3%-7%                                    1-2 days            1 day                _________                              A        

10%-13%                                3-4 days             2 days              -1 Letter                                  B                                   

17%-20%                                5-6 days             3 days              -2 Letters                                C                                   

23%-27%                                7-8 days             4 days              -3 Letters                                D                                   

30% +                                     9 + days              5 + days           -4 Letters                                F                       

 

OVERTIME PENALTIES (ex. Your time limit is 3 minutes, thus you will see the Stop card at 2:30 which means that you have 30 sections to wrap things up.  I will start the deduction at 3 minutes and one second.

The following scale will be used to compute penalty grades:

If the original grade was:  (top horizontal line)

And the overtime was between:  (side vertical line)

Then the penalty grade will be:  (intersection of these two lines)

 

                   A+      A     A-    B+    B     B-     C+     C     C-     D+     D     D-     F

 

:01-:29        A+      A     A-    B+    B     B-     C+     C      C-     D+     D     D-    F

 

:30-:59        A        A-    B+    B      B-    C+    C       C-     D+    D      D-    F

 

1:00-1:14    A-      B+     B     B-     C+   C      C-      D+    D      D-      F

 

1:15-1:29    B+      B       B-    C+    C     C-     D+    D      D+    F

 

1:30-1:44    B        B-      C+   C      C-    D+    D      D-     F

 

1:45-1:59    B-      C+     C      C-     C+   D      D-    F

 

2:00-2:14    C+     C       C-     D+    D    D-     F

 

2:15-2:29    C      C-      D+    D      D-    F

 

2:30-2:44    C-     D+    D       D-    F

 

2:45-2:59    D+    D      D-     F

                                                                                                                  

3:00-3:14    D      D-     F                                                                                              

 

3:15-3:29    D-     F

 

3:30+         F

 

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT A GRADE OF an  F =  MINUS (-)  5 POINTS not a zero.

CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATING SPEECHES

The average speech (grade C) should meet the following criteria:

 

1. Conform to the kind of speech assigned (*formative, persuasive, etc.)
2. Be ready for presentation on the assigned date
3. Conform to the time limit
4. Fulfill any special requirements of the assignment such as preparing an outline, using visual aids, conducting an interview, etc.
5. Have a clear specific purpose and central idea
6. Have an identifiable introduction, body, and conclusion
7. Show reasonable directness and competence in delivery
8. Be free of serious errors in grammar, pronunciation, and word usage

The above average speech (grade B) should meet the preceding criteria and also:

 

1. Deal with a challenging topic
2. Fulfill all major functions of a speech introduction and conclusion
3. Display clear organization of main points and supporting materials
4. Support main points with evidence that meets the tests of accuracy, relevance, objectivity, and sufficiency
5. Exhibit proficient use of connectives—transitions, internal previews, internal summaries, and signposts
6. Be delivered skillfully enough so as not to distract attention from the speaker’s message

The superior speech (grade A) should meet all the preceding criteria and also:

 

1. Constitute a genuine contribution by the speaker to the knowledge or beliefs of the audience
2. Sustain positive interest, feeling, and/or commitment among the audience
3. Contain elements of vividness and special interest in the use of language
4. Be delivered in a fluent, polished manner that strengthens the impact of the speaker’s message

The below average speech (grade D or F) is seriously deficient in the criteria required for the C speech.

Speech Night

Speech Night Schedule

Project Phase Special Dates Starting Due Date           Turn In contestant            and Judges Names   11.1.2015 11.3.2015            Quarter Finals (Outlines) Contestant outlines due  (Friday November 13th at midnight) 11.23.2015 11.25.2015         Semi Finals Room Assignments TBA 11.30.2015 11.30.2015           Finals (At the Murat) 7:00 PM (Limited Parking Available) 12.7.2015 12.7.2015

 

• Speech Night – Monday, December 7, 2015 – 7 pm Murat Theatre (Old National Center)

PLEASE NOTE:  Speech Night Finals is a required activity for R110.  Attendance is mandatory.

 

YOUR FINAL DATE WILL BE POSTED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AND DISCUSSED IN CLASS.

 

This syllabus may be altered at the instructor’s discretion; changes will be posted via Canvas.

R110 Grading Schedule:

A+         1000    to           970 A            969     to           940 A-           939     to           900 B+          899     to           870 B            869     to           840 B-           839     to           800

C+          799       to          770 C            769       to          740 C-           739       to          700 D+         699        to           670 D            669       to           640 D-          639        to           600 F            599        to               0

 

Weekly Schedule:

Class Date	Activities / Focus					Reading Due		Assignments Due	Quiz Dates
25-Aug	Course overview, introduction to section 1					Syllabus
27-Aug	Introduction to Connection Speech					Sections 1.1
1-Sep	Connection Speech Group 1					Sections 1.2-1.3		Outline, Peer Review
3-Sep	Connection Speech Group 2					Sections 1.4-1.5		Outline, Peer Review
8-Sep	Introduction to Informative Speaking					Section 2.1			Quiz 1
10-Sep	Discussion: How to / SEEI Speeches					Section 2.2		Reflection Paper
15-Sep	Discussion: Sections 2.1-2.3					Section 2.3		Upload Powerpoint
17-Sep	How to / SEEI Speeches Group A							Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
22-Sep	How to / SEEI Speeches Group B					Section 2.4		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
24-Sep	How to / SEEI Speeches Group C					Section 2.5		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
29-Sep	Discussion: Sections 2.4-2.7					Section 2.6			Quiz 2
1-Oct	Discussion: Explanation Speech					Section 2.7		Reflection Paper, Outline Rough Draft, Topic Selection, Powerpoint
6-Oct	Explanation Speech Group B					Section 2.8		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
8-Oct	Explanation Speech Group C					Section 2.9		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
13-Oct	Explanation Speech Group A					Section 2.10		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
15-Oct	Discussion: Sections 2.8-2.10					Sections 2.11-2.12			Quiz 3
22-Oct	Introdcution to Persuasive Speaking					Section 3.1		Reflection Paper	Quiz 4
22-Oct	Speech Night Candidate Chosen
27-Oct	Discussion: Question of Fact / Question of Value Speeches					Section 3.2		Topic Selection
29-Oct	Question of Fact / Question of Value Speeches Group C					Sections 3.3-3.5		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
29-Oct	Monroe's Speech Speech Night Candidate
3-Nov	Question of Fact / Question of Value Speeches Group A					Sections 3.6-3.7		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
3-Nov	Speech Night Judge Entries Due
5-Nov	Question of Fact / Question of Value Speeches Group B					Sections 3.8		Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
10-Nov	Discussion: Sections 3.1-3.8					Sections 3.9-3.10
12-Nov	Discussion: Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech							Reflection Paper
17-Nov	Discussion: Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech					Sections 3.12-2.13		Outline Rough Draft
19-Nov	Discussion: Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech							Powerpoint	Quiz 5
23-Nov	Speech Night Quarterfinals, Speech Night Outline Due
24-Nov	Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech Group A							Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
30-Nov	Speech Night Semifinals
1-Dec	Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech Group B							Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
3-Dec	Monroe's Motivational Sequence Speech Group C							Outline, Peer Review, Audience Analysis
7-Dec	Speech Night (MANDATORY ATTENDANCE)
8-Dec	Finals Prep
10-Dec	Finals Prep							Reflection Paper
Schedule Subject to Change