Competitive Speech & Debate

Course #: 01095061
Credit Type: Speech Communications
Credit: 0.5
Pre/Co Requisite: No
College Credit: No
College Hours Earned: 0
Grade Level: 9-12
Other Information: None
Description: This spring semester course is designed to help students prepare and perform in public speaking, acting, and/or debate competitions.  Students will learn skills such as oral interpretation of literature, logic and reasoning, the organization of thought and supporting materials, and effective presentation of one's voice and body. The student is expected to participate in at least two of the above-mentioned areas in at least three Friday/Saturday interscholastic tournaments/competitions.