Welcome to COMM C1000
Introduction to Public Speaking
5Y - (5 Units) - L49
Winter Quarter 2026
Do you suffer from glossophobia? Are you required to take a speech course for your degree? Have you delayed taking a speech course until your last quarter at De Anza College?
Join us in a non-judgmental "workshop" where you can explore any fears you may have about public speaking. You'll receive constructive criticism about the content and delivery of your presentations from the instructor (one-on-one verbal and written) and from your peers.
You'll have many speaking opportunities to improve or polish your public speaking skills. If you're looking for a challenge, if you're striving to reach your potential as a public speaker, then this class may enable you to meet your needs.
Course Description for COMM C1000 (catalog): Theory and techniques of public speaking in a democratic society. An introduction to a variety of perspectives and approaches used to research, organize, deliver, and evaluate public presentations. Students will develop and apply effective research strategies.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
COMM 1.05Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus
and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer,
the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas
course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully
complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and
tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas
on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found
at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .
Class Materials
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Textbook: The Public Speaking Project - Virtual Text - multiple authors. (Textbook contained in Canvas shell - free textbook)
Note to Students with Disabilities:
If you have a disability-related need for reasonable academic accommodations or services in this course, provide the instructor with a Test Accommodation Verification Form (also known as a TAV form) from Disability Support Services (DSS) or the Educational Diagnostic Center (EDC). Students are expected to give five day notice of the need for accommodations. Students with disabilities can obtain a TAV form from their DSS counselor (864-8753 DSS main number TTY:408.864.8748) or EDC advisor (864-8839 EDC main number).
Classes I Teach
Spring 2026
| CRN | Course | Sec. | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45503 | COMM 1000 | 03Y | Introduction to Public Speaking |
| 45514 | COMM 1000 | 56Z | Introduction to Public Speaking |
Winter 2026
| CRN | Course | Sec. | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35484 | COMM 1000 | 05Y | Introduction to Public Speaking |
| 35216 | COMM 1000 | 56Z | Introduction to Public Speaking |
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