Paperback, McGraw
Kory Floyd presents a balance of theory and application in Public Speaking Matters, providing opportunities for students to put into practice what they just read. Public Speaking Matters teaches students that adapting to the context of the speech - including the cultural backgrounds of their listeners, the ethical challenges of informing and persuading, and ever-changing technology - is crucial to public speaking success. Students will learn the essential skills of speech crafting, delivery, and media proficiency required to help them become successful and confident speakers in the classroom, the community, and the workplace.