Assessing the Effectiveness of Public Speaking Instruction on Students Cognitive Learning, Skill Development, and Communication Apprehension

Authors

Gilberto A. Castillo, University of Texas-Pan American

Date of Award

5-2010

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Communications

First Advisor

Dr. Timothy P. Mottet

Second Advisor

Dr. Yanrong Chang

Third Advisor

Dr. Jessica Raley

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of public speaking instruction on students’ cognitive learning, skill development, and communication apprehension. Participants in this study included 140 undergraduate students at a university in the Southwestern United States. Hypotheses and research questions focused on determining whether public speaking instruction makes a difference for students who receive instruction as opposed to students who do not on three learning outcomes: cognitive, behavioral, and affective. Results of the study are discussed. Conclusions, limitations, and topics for further research are addressed.

Comments

Copyright 2010 Gilberto A. Castillo. All Rights Reserved.

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Granting Institution

University of Texas-Pan American