MCOM 3780 - Presentational Literacy
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 42635,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Michele Gatts
Email: mmgatts@ysu.edu
Course Description
3780. Presentational Literacy. Examination of the theory and practice of preparing and delivering presentations in today's work and media environments. Examination of theories, techniques and major styles of delivery including use of advanced visual aids, voice control and delivering scripted and extemporaneous statements, stories and speeches. Prereq.: CMST 1545. Crosslisted: TCOM 3780. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Broadcast Announcing Worktext: A Media Performance Guide. 5th ed. | • Beadle, Mary E, Smith, Reed W., and Stephenson, A.R. | : 978-0-240-81860-3 |
| Optional | The Elements of Style | Strunk & White | 978-0205309023 |
Additional reading/video viewing may be required.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of topics and assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Review syllabus, Blackboard & safety procedures. Unit 1 Lecture. HOMEWORK | ||
| 8/31 | Lectures: Major projects assigned. HOMEWORK | ||
| 9/7 | Legal Holiday-UNIVERSITY CLOSED IN HONOR OF LABOR DAY. Unit 2 Lecture. Related in-class activity. HOMEWORK | ||
| 9/14 | Lectures: Units 3 & 4. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK | ||
| 9/21 | Lectures: Unit 5 Parts A & B. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK | ||
| 9/28 | Lectures: Units 6 & 7. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK | ||
| 10/5 | Lectures: Units 8 & 9. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK | ||
| 10/12 | Lectures: Units 10 & 11. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK | ||
| 10/19 | Midterm conferences. HOMEWORK | ||
| 10/26 | Lecture: Unit 12. HOMEWORK. | ||
| 11/2 | Lecture: Unit 13. Related in-class activities. HOMEWORK. | ||
| 11/9 | Major project work. UNIVERSITY CLOSED IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY | ||
| 11/16 | Major project work. HOMEWORK. | ||
| 11/23 | Major project work. NO CLASS/YSU CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK | ||
| 11/30 | Final Project presentations. |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.