Enhancing the Learning and Teaching of Public Speaking Skills

Various pedagogical strategies promote the development of communication skills that enable graduates to leave their mark and make positive changes in society. This article focuses on instructional lessons learned from undergraduate student perspectives of the pedagogy of the lightning talk, a three-...

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Published inCollege teaching Vol. 71; no. 4; pp. 219 - 226
Main Authors Jean-Pierre, Johanne, Hassan, Sabrin, Sturge, Asha
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Washington Routledge 02.10.2023
Taylor & Francis Inc
Subjects
Classroom communication
College students
Communication Skills
Foreign Countries
higher education
Learning Strategies
lightning talk
oral presentation
Public Speaking
Student Attitudes
Teaching Methods
Undergraduate Students
Canada
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Summary:Various pedagogical strategies promote the development of communication skills that enable graduates to leave their mark and make positive changes in society. This article focuses on instructional lessons learned from undergraduate student perspectives of the pedagogy of the lightning talk, a three-minute oral presentation delivered without the use of supporting materials and without audience engagement in a noncompetitive environment. Drawing from the data of a mixed-methods study conducted at a metropolitan university, this article highlights key pedagogical lessons. Students' responses indicate that instructors can implement instructional strategies that enhance students' preparatory work and accessibility. Students also shared that they developed valuable public speaking-related skills. Overall, the findings can inform how instructors can enhance learners' communication skills with inclusive teaching strategies.
ISSN:8756-7555
1930-8299
DOI:10.1080/87567555.2021.2011705