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Our distinguished teacher preparation program for speech education offers three different minors in speech, where the power of effective communication takes center stage! Aspiring speech educators like you will find a nurturing environment that hones your oratory skills and teaching acumen. Our comprehensive curriculum delves into the art of public speaking, vocal techniques, language development, and the science of persuasion. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you will learn to empower students with confidence, eloquence, and the ability to articulate their thoughts with clarity and conviction. Join us as we shape the voices of tomorrow, creating confident communicators who will make a lasting impact on the world stage. Check out one of our three minors in speech!

Minor in Speech - Emphasis in Mass Communication - Teaching - Course Requirements

27 semester hours

3 MCOM 210 Basic Newswriting
3 MCOM 220 Introduction to Digital Media
3 MCOM 265 Basic Photography
3 MCOM 266 Photojournalism
3 MCOM 317 News Gathering
3 MCOM 327 Advanced News Gathering
3 MCOM 328 Advertising Media Communication
3 MCOM 221 Audio Production or MCOM 331 Video Production
3 SEED 424 7-12 Language Arts Methods

**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**

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Minor in Speech - Emphasis in Speech Communication - Teaching - Course Requirements

27 semester hours

3 PHIL 220 Introduction of Ethics
2 SPCM 201 Interpersonal Communication
3 SPCM 215 Public Speaking
3 SPCM 222 Argumentation and Debate
3 SPCM 405 Theories of Communication
3 SPCM 410 Organizational Communication
3 SPCM 434 Small Group Communication
3 SPCM 466 Principles of Rhetoric
3 SEED 424 7-12 Language Arts Methods

**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**

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Minor in Speech - Emphasis in Theatre - Teaching - Course Requirements

27 semester hours

3 SPCM 222 Argumentation and Debate
3 THEA 100 Introduction to Theatre
3 THEA 131 Introduction to Acting
3 THEA 241 Stagecraft
3 THEA 243 Makeup
3 THEA 344 Fundamentals of Design
3 THEA 351 Directing
3 THEA 495 Practicum
3 SEED 424 7-12 Language Arts Methods

**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**

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Dr. Faye LaDuke Pelster
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faye.laduke@bhsu.edu
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Phone: 605-642-6627

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Black Hills State University
1200 University St.
Spearfish, SD, USA 57799

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