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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

CG

Sep 8, 2020

Excellent teacher, the way he explains every topic makes easy to understand all the course. The quizzes are challenging and help to reinforce the lessons. I learned a lot, thank you very much.

HH

Aug 6, 2020

Thank you Dr Matt for great course indeed. I enjoy it very much. In fact, there so much information and tips that we can get to become a good speaker. Once again, Thanks Dr Matt.

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By Zahid R P

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Jun 6, 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 11, 2022

Great course and the professor is just outstanding !

By Nguyen T N M

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Aug 9, 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 12, 2020

Excellent course to enhance soft skills.

By Andres S

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Feb 27, 2017

Great teahcer, has a lot of information.

By Kadam S D

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Jun 8, 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 2, 2024

very good and nice to listen

By 17DCE070 T Z

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Sep 21, 2020

Good Course for beginners.

By Rajat M

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Jul 15, 2020

great course for beginners

By SHUBHAM S

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Apr 27, 2020

Perfect for beginners!

By Akella K M

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Oct 15, 2021

An insightful course.

By Priya M

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Feb 3, 2020

Excellent course.

By pramod k v

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Jun 7, 2021

very nice course

By Deepak K P

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Dec 8, 2019

Very Nice Course

By Deleted A

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Aug 20, 2019

Great course!!!

By Arjun S

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Sep 25, 2020

Very helpful

By Palani T A

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Jan 23, 2020

Very useful.

By MARIE T

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Apr 22, 2025

it was good

By Marcelo B Y

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Jan 4, 2017

Nice intro