SPCH1000
Effective Public Speaking
Online Course

Instructor:     Michele Bailey
e-mail:            mbailey@lakelandcc.edu
phone:            440.525.7193
Office hours: By Appointment Only

Course Information:

The class Blackboard site will be available starting the first day of class.
Class assignments are due by midnight on Monday.

Text:

Nelson, Paul E., Scott Titsworth, and Judy C. Pearson (2008). iSpeak Public Speaking for Contemporary Life. (2008 ed.). Boston: McGraw Hill.
*Please make sure you bring this information with you to the college bookstore.

Communication with the Instructor:

I prefer communications by e-mail. I will respond to most e-mails within 24 hours. If you need to meet with me, set up an appointment. All correspondence must have the SPCH or SPEECH in the subject line or be sent using Blackboard.

Assistance with Blackboard:

If you have not taken an online class at Lakeland or want refresher information, please take the general orientation to online classes at: www.lakelandcc.edu/dl/on_how.htm.

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Is an online class right for me?

Please note that online courses require a high level of self-discipline. The general guideline is at least two hours out of class preparation per credit hour for a traditional 15 week course. This would roughly be five hours a week for an online class (adding the traditional in-class time). Most students do not spend that much time every week. However, some spend more depending on their individual needs or the coursework for that week. A lot depends on how fast you read and assimilate information. If you are taking the course in the summer, the amount of time would vary accordingly.

I will be available by appointment to assist students who would like to discuss class assignments or the course.

How do I take an online public speaking class?

The online speech class is very similar to other online classes. The students review material, take quizzes and tests, and complete assignments online.

The only difference is that there is a speech component for the class. Students have two options for the speeches. One option is for students to come on campus to present. If they choose this option, I set up the time, date, location and videotaping. A second option is for students to present to an audience off campus. For this option, students are responsible for securing a time, date, location and audience. They are also responsible for videotaping the presentation and submitting a tape of the speech to me. Ultimately, students have the option of completing the entire class without coming on campus.

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Tips for Success

• Use your Lakeland e-mail account. If you choose another e-mail option, you are responsible for missed correspondence.
• Review your Lakeland e-mail and class announcements regularly. I will put reminders for upcoming assignments on that page.
• Print a copy of your syllabus.
• Be familiar with the course site. Know where to find the materials you need.
• Check your grades regularly. Most grading will be done within a 72 hour period. If you submitted the assignment using Blackboard, you will see an “!” until the item is graded.
• Read the assignments by the first day of the week that they are due. This will give you time to ask questions and clarify expectations.
• If you do not understand an assignment, review the course materials. If you still do not understand an assignment, contact your instructor.
  

Login Instructions

1. Go to Lakeland’s web page at www.lakelandcc.edu.
   
2. Click on the Blackboard Link (middle of left side or upper right corner) (Please note there are instructions for login and links on this page to assist you with logging in.)
   
3. Click on (Login).
   
4. You will be prompted to enter your Username and Password. Your Username is found in your Lakeland email account. Your Username is your First name initial + full last name + some number (e.g. jsmith12@mail.lakelandcc.edu has the username of jsmith12). Please refer to your class schedule for your particular username. Your password is your Lakeland Identification Number (LID). This is also found on your class schedule. Enter the Username and Password and hit ENTER.
   
5. You will be at the announcement page.
   
6. To get to the course site, click on SPCH1000 Effective Public Speaking Sections
   
7. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact the college help desk at helpdesk@lakelandcc.edu, or call (440) 525-7570. Please note that the course site will not be available until the first day of class.
   
8. If you have questions about the actual course, please contact me by e-mail (mbailey@lakelandcc.edu), or by phone (440.525.7193).
   
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