Seminar in Teaching Introduction to Public Speaking Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate The theory and practice of teaching in post-secondary institutions, with specific application to teaching the introductory public speaking course or the hybrid overview course with major public speaking components. Designed to create familiarity with learner variables, effective course design for achieving learning outcomes, creating a positive learning environment, and developing assessment materials of student learning. Students will also gain knowledge of how to craft a teaching philosophy and teaching portfolio.