Public Speaking and Presentations (Coursera)

Public Speaking and Presentations (Coursera)

Learn the strategies to share your message with audiences of any size, and plan your message type based on your communication goals!

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Course 3 of 4 in the Communication For Everyone Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Start Here
WEEK 2: Responding with an elevator pitch
WEEK 3: Preparing an informative lecture
WEEK 4: Engaging others with storytelling
WEEK 5: Delivering a persuasive speech
WEEK 6: Course Conclusion

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