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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Introduction to Public Speaking by University of Washington

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About the Course

This course offers a proven framework for crafting and delivering impactful presentations. In the professional world, academic settings, or public life, we're frequently asked to "share some thoughts." Many individuals struggle in these situations. This course aims to make you excel where others stumble. We'll explore how to structure speeches coherently, write memorably, and present confidently. Upon completion, you will diminish your public speaking anxiety, leverage rehearsal methods to develop a robust, engaging speaking voice, and execute speeches with dynamic movements. The speech model we'll practice is versatile for briefings, elevator pitches, interviews, and even as a blueprint for hour-long presentations. Whether you're a novice or an experienced speaker, this course will help you master speaking fundamentals or elevate your public speaking skills to new heights. As a bonus, you'll gain access to an immersive VR experience that lets you perfect your presentation skills in a simulated auditorium or conference room, complete with a virtual audience. You will receive real-time feedback, empowering you to refine your abilities through practice in a realistic setting....

Top reviews

AP

Jul 6, 2017

The course was perfect for me. Though the assignment should have been graded as they were fun to do. Even it was expensive for me to buy it. The lectures were organised clearly and smoothly.

DK

Jun 14, 2020

An excellent course to understand the nuances of public speaking. Crisp explanation and useful tips to overcome apprehensions of public speaking to inch closer towards a good orator.

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By Priya M

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Feb 3, 2020

Excellent course.

By pramod k v

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Jun 6, 2021

very nice course

By Deepak K P

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Dec 8, 2019

Very Nice Course

By Deleted A

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Aug 19, 2019

Great course!!!

By Arjun S

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Sep 24, 2020

Very helpful

By Palani T A

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Jan 22, 2020

Very useful.

By MARIE T

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Apr 22, 2025

it was good

By Marcelo B Y

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Jan 3, 2017

Nice intro

By RAPETI S

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Feb 6, 2026

excellent

By Thomas P

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May 2, 2021

Very good

By Roopa r

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Aug 26, 2024

best one

By Pooja D P

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Jul 29, 2020

GOOD JOB

By Mythili D

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Feb 1, 2025

good

By Pathi R

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May 11, 2020

Good

By Joyce C R G

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Nov 4, 2022

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By Jyothi

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Jan 3, 2021

it was good experience to attend this course

By Surabhi G

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Sep 26, 2024

Helpful.

By Anusharon S

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Jan 30, 2025

N/A

By saabreen. S

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May 25, 2022

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By Marina V

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Oct 3, 2025

probably it is not the type of knowledge i want to acquire

By shivani p

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May 20, 2023

goo

By Kirill K

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Jul 22, 2020

It's a nightmare trying to unsubscribe from the course

By Ranjeet S

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Nov 4, 2021

I am sorry, but lost interest in this course, thanks.

By Natalia

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Aug 11, 2020

I'm not happy about this course. I didn't learn much.

By Nguyen K D

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Jun 18, 2020

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