Public Speaking

Public Speaking is a process of communicating information to an audience effectively and efficiently in a structured, deliberate manner intended to inform, influence, or entertain. Coursera's public speaking catalogue teaches you to master the art of eloquent speech. You'll learn everything from structuring a compelling narrative, understanding and engaging with your audience, managing speech anxiety, improving your vocal projection, to using visual aids effectively. By honing these skills, you'll be able to deliver presentations with confidence, influence others through persuasive speech, and captivate audiences in various professional and social settings.
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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Writing, Proofreading, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

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    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

  • Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Data Visualization, Microsoft Office, Concision, Communication, Business Writing, Business Strategy

  • Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management

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    University of Minnesota

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication

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    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Strategic Communication, Empathy, Active Listening, Negotiation

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentation, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Visualization, Marketing Materials, English Language

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    University of California, Irvine

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Organizational Skills, Planning

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Development

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    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Creativity, Rapport Building, Adaptability

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Writing

  • Status: New

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

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