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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

OA

Jun 29, 2021

​This is one of the best things I am doing for myself. This course really is an eye-opener to me, I learnt a bunch about public speaking and this fuels my passion for public speaking

SB

Aug 26, 2018

Without a doubt the best online course you'll find for Public Speaking. Teaches proper tone, presentation and speech writing styles. Phenomenal, I've recommended it to my coworkers and family.

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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 7, 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 5, 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 CARLINE E

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Oct 11, 2024

The course was informative and enjoyable.

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 11, 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 7, 2020

Excellent teaching. i am satisfied.

By Mahmoud 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

By Lakshmi p P

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Sep 1, 2024

very good and nice to listen

By 17DCE070 T Z

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Sep 20, 2020

Good Course for beginners.

By Rajat M

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Jul 14, 2020

great course for beginners

By SHUBHAM S

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Apr 26, 2020

Perfect for beginners!

By Akella K M

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Oct 14, 2021

An insightful course.