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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Introduction to Public Speaking by University of Washington

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About the Course

This course offers a proven framework for crafting and delivering impactful presentations. In the professional world, academic settings, or public life, we're frequently asked to "share some thoughts." Many individuals struggle in these situations. This course aims to make you excel where others stumble. We'll explore how to structure speeches coherently, write memorably, and present confidently. Upon completion, you will diminish your public speaking anxiety, leverage rehearsal methods to develop a robust, engaging speaking voice, and execute speeches with dynamic movements. The speech model we'll practice is versatile for briefings, elevator pitches, interviews, and even as a blueprint for hour-long presentations. Whether you're a novice or an experienced speaker, this course will help you master speaking fundamentals or elevate your public speaking skills to new heights. As a bonus, you'll gain access to an immersive VR experience that lets you perfect your presentation skills in a simulated auditorium or conference room, complete with a virtual audience. You will receive real-time feedback, empowering you to refine your abilities through practice in a realistic setting....

Top reviews

EA

Feb 27, 2017

This course is great. You simply learn a lot in an easy way. The teacher is really good and knows how to teach and engage you in the lessons. I am looking forward to next courses in the specialization

AJ

Jun 5, 2020

Excellent course for who are starting to speak in public or who are already a public speaker, no matter you join this course to get more tools & ideas to make your speech interesting to the audience.

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By Mansi G

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May 14, 2017

Taught simple and effectively. I enjoyed making the speech videos and highly recommend it to all who are trying to improve their public speaking.

By Janice R

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Mar 29, 2021

This course gave me the a refresher in public speaking. I enjoyed the course. The video making was a little challenged but it all worked out.

By Noreen H

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Jan 9, 2023

Unfortunately not all peers spend the time to give useful feedback - I got the bare minimum of "good" etc. which had limited value

By Rakesh k

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Jun 26, 2020

Yes, introduction to public speaking is just the tip of iceberg, go further in other courses in this type to build your portfolio

By Ajitha O

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Jun 2, 2023

public speaking course helped me a lot to create confidence and to have a eye to eye contact with audience without any fear.

By Divya J

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Aug 23, 2022

Very crisp and well paced course. Content is practical and effcetive, assignments are doable and length is just right.

By Rosemary N

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Feb 6, 2021

Course is good. Improvement could be made with peer-graded assignments. Some students may not be as serous as needed.

By Lorenzo I

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May 7, 2021

Very interesting course, allowed me to compare my preparation with people coming from diffeernt part of the world.

By Probin T

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Jul 11, 2019

This course is very useful and helpful for the students, professionals and teachers as well! I love this course!

By Prajakta S

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Jul 20, 2020

A very good course for beginners! Teaches you how to prepare key point speeches as well as how to present them!

By VULUGUNDAM V T S R R

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Jul 21, 2021

THANK YOU THIS COURSE IS NICE AND CAN BE FOLLOWED BY A GOOD SPEAKER FOR GOOD RESPONSE

By Enrico D

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Apr 16, 2017

It is a good introduction to public speaking, it gives you some practical pills.

By Aayush S

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Aug 8, 2020

Good but ,I think the Course is too theoretical and becomes boring sometimes.

By Chappidi R S R

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May 19, 2020

good professional teaching, but the technical issues of has to be resolved as

By Zahid R P

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Jun 6, 2020

Wonderful course for those who have keen interest in public speaking

By Vidushi S

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Apr 11, 2020

A nice course to opt for to sharpen your public speaking skills!

By Asha T

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Jan 5, 2021

It was good to attend this course and it good was experience .

By yassiny d

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May 10, 2022

Great course and the professor is just outstanding !

By Nguyen T N M

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Aug 8, 2017

very good fundamental course for beginners!

By Jenn T

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Apr 26, 2021

The content of the course was excellent.

By Ayesha R

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Aug 12, 2020

Excellent course to enhance soft skills.

By Andres S

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Feb 26, 2017

Great teahcer, has a lot of information.

By Kadam S D

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Jun 8, 2020

Excellent teaching. i am satisfied.

By M E

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Jun 13, 2017

this course is sample and uesfull.

By nithin k

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Aug 25, 2020

very good course and challenging