KINT 4035 - Advanced Public Speaking

In oratorical art, ‘the defects of ones are the qualities/strengths of others.

This advanced course is destined to those who wish to develop their own singular style to better develop their charisma.

It aims at enabling each student to develop an individual and singular speaking style as the foundation of her/his charisma and mastering of the oratorical art. It implies a sound level of self-knowledge in terms of physical and vocal awareness as well attitudes and behaviours in interactions.

With its holistic approach, this seminar will provide students the skills to influence the listener by a refined use of rhythm, pace and musicality of speech.

Learning Outcomes :

• Mastering and expertise in the fundamental laws of the art of speaking
• Physical and vocal commitment in any spoken intervention based on own individual aptitudes
• Development of a personal approach to the art of speaking, construction of a style
• Sense of interactions and of the inductive power of speech
• Elaboration of rhythm and melody of speech, interpretation

Professional Skills :

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• Building a speech being sensitive to the notions of rhythm, pace and musicality.
• Knowing how to interact with audience and find the right resonance.
• Using the right style and energy to influence positively a given situation.

To fully benefit from the course, it is recommended to have followed one of our Public Speaking workshops at PSIA or in another university so to have worked on fundamental elements such as posture, stress management and vocal support.

Feedback will be provided to students after each exercise, verbally, in class. Some exercises will result in feedbacks being sent by email to students, individually.

Continuous assessment/evaluation, on the following performance areas 15%

Individual commitment and participation throughout the semester

Taking of initiative and risk,

Demonstration of creativity