Advanced Speaking and Listening Project
Learners will present a well-organized academic speech on a topic in an academic field of the learner's choice. The learner will need to recall all of the skills learned in the previous three courses and complete several steps to complete the project. The learner will choose an academic topic and will then need to do some research, interview a couple of experts in the field, create visual elements, and record a video of the presentation. The presenter will use techniques for preparing and practicing a presentation and demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal skills.
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- Level Professional
- Duration 20 hours
- Course by University of California, Irvine
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Learners will present a well-organized academic speech on a topic in an academic field of the learner's choice. The learner will need to recall all of the skills learned in the previous three courses and complete several steps to complete the project. The learner will choose an academic topic and will then need to do some research, interview a couple of experts in the field, create visual elements, and record a video of the presentation. The presenter will use techniques for preparing and practicing a presentation and demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal skills. Doing this will help prepare you for presentations in school or work.Modules
Welcome
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1
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Introductions
1
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- Messages
The Assignment
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1
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1
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- The Capstone Assignment
Research and Choose a Topic
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Submit Your Topic
3
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- Choose Your Topic
- Background Information
- Resource for Topics
Write Your Questions
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1
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1
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- Write Interview Questions
Do the Interviews
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1
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- Interview Some Experts
Resources
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1
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1
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- Resources for Interviewing
Compile Your Data
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1
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- Evaluate the Interview Data
Outline the Presentation
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2
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Share Your Outline
2
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- Make an Outline
- Resources for Planning Your Presentation
Prepare Your Pictures
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1
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Describe Your Images
1
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- Find or Create Images
Create Your Visuals
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2
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2
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- Create a PowerPoint or Other Visual
- Resources for Creating Visuals
Get Feedback
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Describe Your Visuals
Practice Makes Perfect
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3
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Discuss Making Videos
3
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- Practice Your Presentation
- Resources for Preparing
- Making Videos
Finish the Capstone Project
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1
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1
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- Record the Final Presentation
Recall Note-Taking Strategies
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1
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1
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- Listening and Note-Taking Strategies
Final Tasks
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1
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2
PeerReview
2
Peer Review
- Submit Your Presentation
- Submit Your Notes from Listening to a Presentation
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- Learn More
Auto Summary
Elevate your communication prowess with the "Advanced Speaking and Listening Project" course, designed for those aiming to master the art of academic presentations. This professional-level course, offered by Coursera, empowers learners to deliver well-structured speeches on topics of their choice within an academic domain. By integrating skills from preceding courses, participants will engage in thorough research, conduct expert interviews, create compelling visual aids, and produce a recorded video presentation. Throughout the 1200-minute course, you will refine your ability to prepare and rehearse effectively, while honing both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques. This immersive project is ideal for individuals preparing for presentations in educational or professional settings. Accessible through a Starter subscription, this course is your gateway to becoming a confident and impactful presenter.
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