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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 30, 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

SY

May 19, 2017

I have a great fear of Public Speaking. After taking this course, I came to know various ways and methods of getting over them. Thanks to the team for creating such a wonderful course.

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By Kenneth G

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Mar 6, 2023

The Professor is the best. He makes learning very easy. Great Job Sir

By María J B

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Feb 19, 2021

It was a great class and the teacher explain very clearly everything

By Kamogelo B

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Aug 20, 2020

I loved this course and feel more than ready to speak in public more.

By JUSTIN C N

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Mar 23, 2019

The course is interesting, informative and can easily be assimilated.

By Harleen k

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Jan 29, 2025

Its very useful course..really like it. Thank you sir for guiding us

By Dmitri

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Feb 3, 2021

Super cool and detailed course! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR FINANCIAL AID!

By Sarah R

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Apr 18, 2020

Enjoyed that course more than I expected to. looking at doing more.

By Christoph M

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May 25, 2018

Very helpful, very comprehensive, sometimes even very entertaining.

By Ruth P

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Jun 14, 2017

Very well structured. Great information. Lots of practice! Loved it

By Jean

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Jul 3, 2024

Excellent course, helped me deliver a speech using all the points.

By James T

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Feb 10, 2021

Very good course. I am much more confident with my speech ability.

By Anukul C

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Sep 21, 2020

Recommended course. It is very useful and teacher is so energetic.

By Yuliia S

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May 7, 2017

Must have course for everyone on my opinion. Wery good lector tho.

By Rawson G H

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Aug 7, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed the course. Loved the way it was structured.

By Vijay K

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Jul 31, 2021

This was great achievement for me to upgrade my self by doing job

By vikas s

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May 25, 2020

This is a very good to enhance your skills .Matt sir is excellent

By Mariyam Y A H

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Feb 25, 2021

I had a great and valuable time spending in the course.Thank you

By Pablo O

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May 18, 2020

Excelente Course

Has all the information I need to get me started

By Muhammad I

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Aug 14, 2019

Excellent course. Helped my overcome many problems in my speech.

By Elías S M

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Nov 30, 2020

Muy buen curso, un profesor chingon y contenido realmente útil.

By Dr. A G

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Jan 23, 2022

Excellent insight in to an effective public speaking....!!!!!!

By Vilma E P Q

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Aug 27, 2020

Excellent course, with a great amount of theory and practice.

By AFFAN S P

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Aug 10, 2020

This not the end, I'm gonna take more public speaking courses.

By Munojat I

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Jul 14, 2020

got a great dela of experience. thank you for amazing course

By isabella b c c

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Jun 23, 2020

The course is incredible and the professor is so

charismatic