all about the FINAL-LAST UPDATE 12/7/21

updated 12/7/21 { additional updates possible through 12/15/21}

ALL ABOUT "THE FINAL" STUDY PREVIEW SHEET<LS>

WHEN: LS - - - friDAY, 12/17/21 @ 12:20-2:20 in the usual classroom

WHERE: FH: 58A

WHAT: SESSION WILL INCLUDE TWO parts:

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part1 = an Impromptu Speech [worth up to 40 pts] click or scroll down to go directly to speech's details

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part2 = a Written Test [worth up to 60 pts] click or scroll down to go directly to test's details

These two scores will be added together to constitute your grade for your "Final". Refer to the course syllabus to verify how much weight "The Final" has on your semester grade.

NOTE --- As you have seen, this course examines various factors involved in effective oral communication contexts This means that knowing specific terms and their definitions is just the beginning. You are also expected to know what effective communication techniques "look like" in action and how they are used to effectively present material to a target audience.

This course & this test are structured to assess your ability to synthesize various concepts and also apply them. These expectations may require deeper critical thinking skills & attention to detail than you have used for other types of classes. In other words, even though you may have been attentive to the in-class activities & discussions, you may not be as knowledgeable of the application of the course material as you think you are. It's recommended you review your notes & the textbook thoughtfully.

THE WRITTEN TEST - the last 50-70 minutes of the session)

PREPARATION TIPS: Review the assigned chapters & slide shows & carefully review your notes taken in class.

Although many of the online quiz questions were in multiple choice format, you can still use them for studying--especially for checking the items you got incorrect. Also, it is recommended that you review the feedback you received on the midterm's advance questions. These items might still be accessible online. Try the look-up procedure linked in the left column of Professor's main webpage.

EXAM FORMAT: Questions will consist of mixture of Terminology, Short Answer [i.e. 2-3 sentences], & Brief Essay [i.e. 1 paragraph].   Also, there might be a few multiple choice questions.
Be prepared to explain, to analyze, to compare+contrast, and to demonstrate the concepts.
Your answers will need to be concrete & specific.

Be prepared to answer the questions IN YOUR OWN WORDS -- not simply repeating/memorizing the textbook's words. Often you will be asked to provide concrete examples from this class, this semester.

two test taking options:
     - done via pen & paper (I'll supply)        /OR/
     - you can answer the questions on your laptops & e-mail them to me before you leave the room.

Test Length = approx. 40-50 minutes [to be done AFTER completion of the Impromptu Speeches]

AREAS TO STUDY:	In order to prepare for this test, in addition to reviewing the textbook & MindTap, you should also refer to your notes , the slide shows in Blackboard, & misc activity assignment sheets from the second half of the semester. This includes: Persuasive Speaking (including Chap 17 +) Group Communication (including Chap 9/10 +) Interpersonal Communication & Interactive Listening (including Chaps 6,7,8 +) Nonverbal Communication (including Chap 5 +) Selected terms/concepts from throughout the course (e.g. basic speech organization formulas, extemporaneous delivery, perception, the orders-of-organization, vocal interferences, indexing generalizations, source citations, types of listening contexts, worst listening habits etc, etc.) ( "+" indicates that this unit was accompanied by experiential learning activities: such as the group presentation projects & the NV experiments/explorations & the paraphrasing activities & the Gallery of Ads ) . You can expect at least one question per subject area [Chapter references refer to 15th edition]
	Use strategy. Review the handouts/online assignment pages/slide shows that have been used for class activities. These can help you focus in on the important concepts/terms from the course being emphasized by your professor. As you review your readings, make use of any preview information as well as the post-chapter summaries & questions.
	As always , your goal is to demonstrate your ability to understand, recognize, and utilize the various concepts of Oral Communication that we have covered.

THE IMPROMPTU SPEECH - the first 30-40 minutes of the session)

Each speaker will receive a short list of possible topics + some brief directions & then will have approximately 1--2 minutes to mentally prepare an Impromptu speech. [In advance, you may want to review "Impromptu Speaking" in your textbook/MindTap]

Despite the shortness of the preparation time, the speech should exhibit all of the characteristics of effective Oral Communication [both in terms of speech construction & oral delivery].

The length of the speech should be 1-3 minutes.

Depending upon its quality, the Impromptu Speech will earn anywhere from 0 - 40 points. Points are awarded based on such factors as: vocal and physical poise / use of the basic 3 part, speech "formula" [Intro/Body/Conc] / variety of supporting materials / rapport / depth of insights on the chosen topic / innovative communication techniques / degree of personal improvement--since beginning of semester / etc.

leftovers: ( n.a. this semester)

context, encoding,

PREPARATION TIPS:	Review the assigned chapters & slide shows & carefully review your notes taken in class.
	Although many of the online quiz questions were in multiple choice format, you can still use them for studying--especially for checking the items you got incorrect. Also, it is recommended that you review the feedback you received on the midterm's advance questions. These items might still be accessible online. Try the look-up procedure linked in the left column of Professor's main webpage.

EXAM FORMAT:	Questions will consist of mixture of Terminology, Short Answer [i.e. 2-3 sentences], & Brief Essay [i.e. 1 paragraph]. Also, there might be a few multiple choice questions. Be prepared to explain, to analyze, to compare+contrast, and to demonstrate the concepts. Your answers will need to be concrete & specific.
	Be prepared to answer the questions IN YOUR OWN WORDS -- not simply repeating/memorizing the textbook's words. Often you will be asked to provide concrete examples from this class, this semester.
	two test taking options: - done via pen & paper (I'll supply) /OR/ - you can answer the questions on your laptops & e-mail them to me before you leave the room.
	Test Length = approx. 40-50 minutes [to be done AFTER completion of the Impromptu Speeches]