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*IAI (Illinois Articulation Agreement) - An agreement among participating Illinois colleges and universities to help Illinois college students transfer credit as easily as possible. See an advisor in the Advising and Counseling Center for additional information, or read about the IAI at www.iTransfer.org.

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Speech

SPE103 - Effective Speech
Course offers opportunities to develop capability in oral communications. Content includes rhetorical theory, organization and structure of ideas, techniques for general speaking and listening effectiveness, practical experience in individual and group presentations. IAI C2 900
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)
IAI Code: C2 900

SPE104 - Oral Interpretation
Course focuses on analysis and appreciation of literary art through oral presentation. Selections drawn from representative examples of prose, poetry, and drama. Content includes development of voice and body, effective use of the speaking voice, various evaluation and reading techniques, presentation skills, and integrated body movements.
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)

SPE105 - Training of The Speaking Voice
Course involves an individualized study and application of principles involving the vocal system. Focus is on practice and evaluation for improvement and proficiency in articulation, diction, phonation and resonance.
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)

SPE115 - Interpersonal Communication Across Cultures
Course studies the communication process: communication as action, as interaction, as transaction, and focuses on development, understanding and application of critical aspects of interpersonal communications involving the self and persons from similar backgrounds, and the self and persons from different cultures. Interpersonal communications situations include relationships, conflict/resolution, and power. Prerequisite: EGL 101 or SPE 103 or consent of instructor.
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)

SPE209 - Persuasive Speaking
Course studies principles and practice of persuasion. Content includes analysis of methods for presentation of persuasive oral messages, motivational techniques, understanding and analyzing specific audience characteristics, preparation for and delivery of presentations. Prerequisite: SPE 103.
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)

SPE215 - Group Discussion
Course offers an introduction to the principles of group problem solving. Content includes patterns of leadership roles, group process, and interpersonal behavior within the small group. Focus is on verbal techniques, roles, and communication skills within the small group structure.
3 Credit Hours (lecture: 3; lab: 0)

SPE290 - Topics in Speech
Course will explore selected topics in speech, writing and delivery, interpersonal communication and intrapersonal communication.
1-4 Credit Hours (lecture: 0-4; lab: 0-4)


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