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Mastering Public Speaking (Self-Guided)   

Learn the secrets of effective public speaking and small group communication.


You can become an effective public speaker! In this course, you will discover how to talk confidently and persuasively to both large audiences and small groups. You will also learn how to plan and deliver your presentations skillfully and how to manage one of the most common public speaking barriers—fear.

You'll learn the secrets to presenting a speech, how to handle questions and manage conflict in meetings, and even how to shine in a job interview. You will get tips for training your voice and learn how to use both verbal and nonverbal communication effectively. By the time you finish this course, you'll have an entire set of skills you can use on the job, in social settings, and in any other situation where you need to communicate with ease and authority!


Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 8 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.



  1. You Can Do It!
  2. Understanding How Communication Works
  3. Taking the Fear out of Fear
  4. Developing a Confident Voice
  5. Harnessing the Power of Nonverbal Communication
  6. Speaking Well in Social Settings
  7. Acing Interviews
  8. Impromptu Speaking
  9. Preparing and Delivering Short Talks
  10. Managing Questions, Conversations, and Conflict
  11. Mastering the Long Speech
  12. Managing Equipment and Media


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Mastering Public Speaking (Self-Guided)
Item: 202502ILC1979802

Learn the secrets of effective public speaking and small group communication.

Class Dates: 5/5/2025 - 6/30/2026 Fee: $148.00
This is a fully online course offered by Ed2Go. Click on Course Title for complete description.
 

Mastering Public Speaking (Self-Guided)
Item: 202503ILC1979801

Learn the secrets of effective public speaking and small group communication.

Class Dates: 7/1/2025 - 9/30/2025 Fee: $148.00
This is a fully online course offered by Ed2Go. Click on Course Title for complete description.
 

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