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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 Makid M M

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Nov 28, 2016

A top class course, helped me a lot.

By ANIKA I C

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Aug 6, 2020

Professor is too good as a teacher.

By Tanvir A

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Jun 1, 2020

An excellent course for new learner

By Mirshod G

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May 24, 2020

Excellent Course. Enjoyed it a lot!

By Julieta V

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Nov 24, 2017

The best teacher in the Coursera!!!

By Alexis A C

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Aug 15, 2021

Excellent course helped me improve

By Rakesh.M

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Nov 16, 2020

professor Matt is simply great!!!1

By roy a

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Jan 22, 2017

great course. learned a lot. fee

By Hibah S B

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Jul 28, 2020

it is a useful course, I like it.

By Roland R P

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Mar 25, 2024

It was a very insightful course!

By Medylene M O

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Aug 27, 2018

great course! highly recommended

By Pankaj P

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Apr 24, 2018

Great Course for the beginners .

By Kai K

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Sep 25, 2017

A prima facie social-instrument!

By Vootkuru T

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Aug 13, 2024

IT IS USEFULL FOR COMMUNICATION

By Cristian P

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Mar 19, 2021

Super helpful for one's career.

By Juan M R R

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Nov 17, 2017

Good course! Excellent speaker.

By Mike N

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Apr 24, 2021

Great calls great Instructor.

By Deleted A

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May 29, 2020

We had enjoyed in this course.

By Jorge I “ I T R

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Dec 22, 2019

Thanks ! You Guys are awesome!

By Taylor G

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Dec 17, 2020

Great videos and fun teacher!

By Georgina E M M

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Oct 31, 2020

Great course, great professor

By Mohit G

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Jun 19, 2020

happy to complete this course

By Rahul M

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Jun 8, 2021

Very well structured course.

By Rashmitha M

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Oct 19, 2024

I HAVE VERY WELL UNDERSTOOD

By Veshala S

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Sep 24, 2024

Very Good and Useful Course