Speaker Reflection

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Throughout this semester in this this class, I have been faced with a tremendous amount of challenges, some that stumbled me, some that I in a way even conquered. This class has caused me many sleepless nights and a few nervous breakdowns. If I had to describe this class in two words, it would be an all around awkward struggle. Although, I’d have to say, I have seen such an enormous change in myself as well as my confidence throughout the duration of this semester. I have battled, conquered, and completely overcame things I never honestly knew I was able to. In my own opinion, I consider myself a better public speaker all around, both physically and mentally from where I have began. I find myself getting less and less nervous every time it …show more content…

I am very curious to see if I continue to change and become a better public speaker or if I just run away from my next speech like I usually do. I know that I will use the techniques from this class in my future classes to help me relax and feel more confident when I get up in front of the class. As much as I do not want to say this, but I do believe that public speaking should be required. I say this because if I never took this class, I would still have such horrible anxiety towards making speeches in front of an audience. This class helps people become better speakers and feel more comfortable in front of a classroom. This class can help every student for the future because no matter what job you have in life, you are going to have to talk to people and maybe even in front of an audience. It is something that you are not able to run away from forever, no matter what, it will catch up to you. So this class should stay in all universities because it is a class that will actually help you grow, even if you are already a good speaker. This class helps you understand the elements of three different types of speeches; personal, informative and persuasive, all things you will most likely need in the

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