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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 Ana C M

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Feb 15, 2018

Definitely gives you the fundamentals on how to write a speech and how to use your body language, tone of voice and posture.

By Flore D

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Oct 10, 2017

The course is very useful, and the teacher is an outstanding speaker : you'll learn a lot from watching him speak. Thanks !

By Nancy M

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Jan 21, 2021

A great course to help structure speeches, reduce nervousness and provide tips to become a more effective public speaker.

By Christopher C

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Dec 3, 2020

Dr. Matt McGarrity, is an excellent lecturer and this course is a must have regardless of your field of study/expertise.

By Alejandra F F Z

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Nov 13, 2020

Excellent course, everything was perfectly designed. The resources, all the examples, and the assignments help me a lot.

By Tanmay M

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Feb 6, 2018

It's a really amazing course for people interested in speaking well in public and moving the audiences with their speech

By Sachin S D

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Feb 3, 2022

This is a great course , You should go for it blind eye if you are searching for small but good Public Speaking course.

By Mahmood A M A

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Jan 5, 2022

The course was fantastic , Really helped me improve my public speaking skills and the instructor is an absolute genius

By Eddah K

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Jan 8, 2021

I loved every minute of my learning. The lecturer was great and gave practical exercises. He made the training fun too.

By Ricky C

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Jul 5, 2021

Overall is amazing, except for the grading system. Many people were giving not so helpful feedbacks to my assignments.

By Sarah L C

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Mar 8, 2021

Great course. Teacher explains everything really well and as you are required to record videos it gives grat practice.

By Deleted A

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Aug 13, 2020

Very good diversity training to be grading how other students from different nations and backgrounds write and speak.

By Shyam P

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Nov 14, 2016

Excellent. Using the model given in this course and applying them with practice will ensure that you will come a bet

By ELMA B S D D

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Dec 5, 2020

Excelente curso, te ayuda a sacar todo tu potencial, pulir lo que ya sabes y a perder el miedo a hablar en público.

By Yousuff p

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Jun 26, 2020

A very good course to understand the basics about public speech on how to start preparing for speech and deliver it

By Andrea V V S

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Nov 18, 2020

Un curso muy bueno, perfectamente explicado, actividades A doc y un excelente manejo de información proporcionada

By ranjith

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Jul 8, 2020

This course made me realize that public speaking is more of like an enjoyable thing to do rather than fearing it.

By SHAJAN J P S

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Jun 2, 2020

The course curriculam is great and the exercises are designed wonderfully to improve my public speaking ability.

By Uzan A

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Dec 1, 2019

Very interesting course. I learned loads of things and I can already a great amelioration in my public speaking.

By SPINELLI A

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Jun 17, 2022

I recommend this course to anyone who wants to improve the way of speaking in public by involving the listener.

By Shaikh R F

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Nov 26, 2021

The course was so well designed that it gives the perfect blend of speech writing and enhancing auditory skills

By Sofia M M

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Nov 18, 2020

Dr. Matt was an excellent teacher. loved the way he explained the topics and it made me understand them easily.

By Alejandra C V

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Jul 15, 2020

Excellent course. In the end I managed to meet the objectives, I acquired skills to improve my public speaking.

By Bhargav H

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Feb 12, 2021

A good platform for every start. Thank you so much Coursera and Dr Matt McGarrity for this wonderful journey.

By José M A

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Mar 29, 2020

It has given me a way to approach future public speeches with a systematic approach that will be very helpful.