- Aug 9, 2002
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So what is the point of public speaking as a course in school? If you don't shit your pants you get an A?
I realize in some job functions, talking to large groups of people is necessary but since when did it become a skill you can learn in school? It should be an extra curricular activity or a option for your own benefit.
How does a teacher grade a student? If the student is shy, how can you grade his performance? Obviously a shy kid is not going to run for public office or become the next CEO of Bank of America, but he might become an established accountant, Vice President, or countless other jobs that don't require public speeches. Even then, when you're a Vice President or CEO that is required to address their company, employees, and so fourth, it's a role someone grows into in the course of their life time. My balls would be huge if I was making six digits a year, manage countless employees, and help feed their families. Accordingly, a shy student is a major disadvantage to start and you can't justly ask a shy student to not be shy or nervous for just one speech.
So I will reiterate, what the fawk is the point of a public speaking class in college?
I realize in some job functions, talking to large groups of people is necessary but since when did it become a skill you can learn in school? It should be an extra curricular activity or a option for your own benefit.
How does a teacher grade a student? If the student is shy, how can you grade his performance? Obviously a shy kid is not going to run for public office or become the next CEO of Bank of America, but he might become an established accountant, Vice President, or countless other jobs that don't require public speeches. Even then, when you're a Vice President or CEO that is required to address their company, employees, and so fourth, it's a role someone grows into in the course of their life time. My balls would be huge if I was making six digits a year, manage countless employees, and help feed their families. Accordingly, a shy student is a major disadvantage to start and you can't justly ask a shy student to not be shy or nervous for just one speech.
So I will reiterate, what the fawk is the point of a public speaking class in college?