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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 Mahnoor A L

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Aug 22, 2020

I loved - learning through this I learned how t control your anxiety and stay calm with your talk

By Christiana P

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Nov 2, 2020

This course is very helpful and is one of the best i have taken. I highly recommend this course.

By shakthi g

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May 24, 2020

The course is very neat and valuable for a starter, Covers all the aspects needed for a speaker.

By RIYA D S

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Sep 18, 2020

Amazing! Everyone who wants to develop good public speaking should definitely take this course.

By ANISHA J

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Jul 8, 2020

Very interesting course .Anyone who has an interest in public speaking can do this at any time.

By Ana P

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Sep 6, 2017

Thank you so much to my instructor for instructing Ana Pelayo.

Thank you, thank you, Ana Pelayo.

By Vishal Y

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Jul 17, 2020

It is such a nice course that it really improve my thought process about speaking. Thanks alot

By Fredrik

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Jul 5, 2023

amazing course .i had learnt so much at my own pace .i am really motivated to work to my best

By Bernard D V

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Jun 19, 2020

Awesome course. The teacher is great and the content really useful and can be used right away

By Amir A (

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Jun 18, 2017

An excellent course with interesting information & peek performance instructor ^^

Many Thanks

By F M

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Mar 21, 2019

Very interesting course, it provides the main concepts and the basics of public speaking, he

By Lisa S

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May 1, 2021

Really good with a wonderful teacher, passionate and with great examples to help us learn.

By Srinidhi S

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Jul 13, 2020

Amazing course! I have learnt so many skills in speech writing, presentation and analysis.

By SAKKURU L

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Jun 26, 2020

it is very useful to everyone to avoid stage fear and how to represent a speech is taught

By Mohd J M

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Apr 28, 2020

This was an extraordinary course which tells you some rules and tips for public speaking.

By Yuri Y

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Jan 11, 2018

A great, great course. It help me tons in my way to expose my ideas and solutions in work

By Jackie I

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Jul 9, 2023

This course can help me the public speaking skill and teach me how to handle with fear.

By Juan H C

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Nov 2, 2020

I congratulate the teacher , the Institution , the contents , thanks for your dedication

By Daniel Z

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Apr 25, 2018

Very informative course with valuable explanations and exercises. I love the instructor!

By Juan T

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Dec 14, 2016

Awesome. I learned lot. I think I am getting better at presentations and public speaking

By Danang W S

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Feb 17, 2022

Very easy to understand and very helpful in understanding the basic of public speaking.

By Harsh Y

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Aug 27, 2020

I just loved the instructor ,and his way of teaching ,thanks coursera for this course.

By Ms. B P

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Jul 13, 2020

It's a very great experience for me. Thank you for giving me such a great opportunity.

By Federico T

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Nov 8, 2016

Matt McGarrity reloaded, excellent 2016 version. It should be teached in every school.

By Omid M

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Mar 14, 2021

It was an absolutely great experience joining this course! Loved every second of it.