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!
Speech Education Major Course Requirements
Choose one Emphasis:
Communication Emphasis - 33 semester hours
- 3 MCOM 300/400 level Elective
- 6 CMST, MCOM, PHIL 220, or THEA Electives
- 3 SEED 424 7-12 Language Arts Methods
- 3 CMST 201 Interpersonal Communication
- 3 CMST 215 Public Speaking
- 3 CMST 222 Argumentation and Debate
- 3 CMST 405 Theories of Communication
- 3 CMST 410 Organizational Communication
- 3 CMST 466 Principles of Rhetoric
- 3 THEA 131 Introduction to Acting
Theatre Emphasis - 36 semester hours
- 3 SEED 424 7-12 Language Arts Methods
- 3 CMST 222 Argumentation and Debate
- 3 THEA 100 Introduction to Theatre
- 3 THEA 131 Introduction to Acting
- 3 THEA 241 Stagecraft
- 3 THEA 243 Make-Up
- 3 THEA 344 Fundamentals of Design
- 3 THEA 351 Directing
- 3 THEA 361 Literature and History of the Theatre I
- 3 THEA 364 Literatuer and History of the Theatre II
- 3 THEA 450 Senior Capstone Project
- 1 THEA 495 Practicum
Pre-Professional Teaching Core - 18 semester hours
- 1 EDFN 295 Practicum: Pre-Admission Teaching
- 2 EDFN 338 Foundations of American Education
- 3 EPSY 302 Educational Psychology
- 3 EPSY 428 Child & Adolescent Development
- 3 INED 411 South Dakota Indian Studies
- 3 PSYC 101 General Psychology (gen ed)
- 3 SPED 100 Intro to Persons with Exceptionalities
Professional Secondary Ed Teaching Core - 26 semester hours
- 3 EDFN 365 Computer Based Technology & Learning
- 1 EDFN 375 Methods of Technology Integration
- 3 EDFN 475 Human Relations
- 2 MLED 480 Middle Level Methods
- 3 SEED 408 Planning, Managing, & Assessing the 7-12 Diverse Classroom
- 1 SEED 440 Classroom Management
- 3 SEED 450 7-12 Reading & Content Literacy
- 1 SEED 495 Practicum: Pre-Student Teaching
- 9 SEED 488 7-12 Student Teaching
Gen Ed Requirements - 30 semester hours
- ENGL 101
- ENGL 201
- CMST - Gen Ed - Speech (1 class) - 3 semester hours
- MATH - Gen Ed - Mathematics (1 class) - 3 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Social Science (2 classes from different subjects) - 6 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Arts & Humanities (2 classes from different subjects or a foreign language sequence) - 6 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Natural Sciences & Lab (2 classes/corresponding labs) - 6-8 semester hours
**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**
Status Sheets
Minor in Speech - Emphasis in Speech Communication - Teaching - Course Requirements
27 semester hours
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3 PHIL 220 Introduction of Ethics
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3 CMST 201 Interpersonal Communication
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3 CMST 215 Public Speaking
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3 CMST 222 Argumentation and Debate
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3 CMST 405 Theories of Communication
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3 CMST 410 Organizational Communication
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3 CMST 434 Small Group Communication
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3 CMST 466 Principles of Rhetoric
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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.**
Status Sheets
