SPC2608 8221 10:00 AM Group 1

 Abraham Rodriguez Post #1 I have only been in this class for a short while but I can already note a difference in my confidence when speaking in front of other people. Although I still get nervous, some of the tips I've gathered from the presentation and from the teacher have helped me calm down when speaking. It was interesting to see all of the different topics covered in the presentations and the ideas and examples that my fellow classmates highlighted. I thoroughly enjoyed viewing all of my classmates presentations and seeing the ways in which they carried themselves. I was a part of group 1 and my group covered chapters 1, 2, 3, and 5. We discussed  the importance of public speaking and being able to communicate effectively, while also discussing how important it is to connect with your audience. We also talked about the anxiety that can come with public speaking and how preparation and practice can help build confidence. We covered effective listening, giving and re...

Blog Reflection Ariel Howard      Since I began this public speaking course last month, I’ve already learned so many things about what makes someone an effective and confident speaker. Before taking this class, I mostly thought of public speaking as simply getting in front of a bunch of people and discussing a topic. However, the presentations showed that there is much more to the process. The four group presentations covered different areas of public speaking such as coping with speech anxiety, adapting to your audience, improving listening skills, and becoming a more confident speaker overall. Listening to each presentation gave me the opportunity to think about my weaknesses, where I can improve, and also my strengths. Some of the topics I found to be more relata ble to me than others, especially the topics that covered speech anxiety and preparation, but each group present ed crucial information that I could apply to future presentations and everyday communicati...

Ambar Hernandez – Post #1 After watching the presentations, I actually enjoyed seeing how everyone presented their topics. Since we were all talking about public speaking, I thought it was interesting to see that everyone had a different way of explaining the information. Some people focused more on certain parts of the chapters, and I also liked seeing the different PowerPoints and presentation styles. There were a few things from each presentation that stood out to me and that I think I can use in my own presentations. Since I was part of  Group 1 , I got to experience the presentation from a different side because I wasn't just watching it, I actually had to prepare and present the information. I was a little nervous before presenting because I don't always feel completely comfortable speaking in front of a class. I practiced what I wanted to say before the presentation, and that helped me feel more prepared. I also realized that knowing what you're talking about is real...

Christina Espinal - Post #1   Public speaking is an important skill that everyone can benefit from, whether they are in college, starting a career, or communicating with others in everyday life. Throughout the presentations from Group 2, Group 3, and Group 4, I learned valuable information about preparing for a successful presentation, becoming closer to delivering a great presentation, and understanding the different types of presentations. Each group shared helpful ideas that allowed me to think about public speaking in a different way. I enjoyed learning from their presentations because they showed me that giving a great speech is not just about standing in front of an audience and talking. It is about preparation, confidence, communication, and finding ways to connect with the people listening. Group 2 presented the chapter “Getting Ready for a Successful Presentation.” One of the things I loved about their presentation was how it emphasized the importance of preparing before s...

    Anael Benmergui       Good morning, everybody hope you're all having an amazing day. I'd like to reflect on some ideas that stuck out with me from the presentations. To start I want to mention how much I really enjoyed all of the presentations. Everyone did an awesome job. I love how creative all the power points were it really made a difference in how I understood the information from the chapters. Also, everyone spoke really well, which made it more fun and enjoyable to learn. Every presentation had useful information that we could each apply in our own lives. However, after going back to the recorded classes, and rewatching all of the presentations, I would like to share a few ideas that stuck out to me from each group.      I was part of group one, and we were the first group to present. I generally get nervous when I have to speak in public, but I've never done a presentation before in front of the class, so this was way out of my co...