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"oral communications"
For my major, I have to take an "speech" class (I assume you make speeches). The thing is, I am a horrible public speaker and get totally nervous. Do most colleges offer this as an online class? Are there any degree programs that do not require a "speech" or "oral communications" class? I try to avoid speeches as much as I can in school.
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Speeches are an excellent thing to do, but a lot of people fear speeches as much as death itself (about 70 percent of people in the US). What is the audience going to do to you? Seriously? Most people are going to be afraid too. It will help if you say in your speech that you are nervous, but don't apologise for anything. People are looking for the good things in your speech, not bad things. So they will only see the good things. I suggest that you take your oral communications class anyway. Hope I helped.
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I also agree with the other advice that you shouldnt give up any degree because of this problem you have. You must know that you are not alone and the instructor who teaches this class should be easing people into a public speaking situation rather than just saying "ok now, its time for your speeches." What I do with my students is have them do a group project and have the others stand up beside that person. This usually helps students ease their way into standing in front of a crowd. When they have completed that type of an assignment, the next would be on your own but at least by that time you would feel more comfortable in the classroom.
The best thing you can do is just get up there and do it. The more you do it the easier it becomes. I also had this issue and now I am a teacher who loves to stand in front of crowds and talk. Also do not forget to know your speech or the subject well. Dont just memorize and practice but rather know what you are talking about--Become the teacher and you will do fine. I hope this helps. Let me know how your first speech goes, perhaps we can get through it together somehow. You know where to find me!!
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It all depends on what college you go to. Some college might offer this as an online course, but others wont. I wouldn't change your major just because you are scared to give speeches. Try talking to the professor, or the schools counselor/psychiatrist. I used to have the same problem as you, and my professor told me that you need to prepare your speech ahead of time and practice it over and over and over. You should also sit in a quiet room and visualize yourself giving the speech. Visualaize EVERYTHING... how the room looks, the people sitting there watching you, what you are wearing, an what you are saying. Visualize yourself giving the speech, doing amazing and not getting nervous. When you do get in front of the room, take some deep breaths and remember what you visualized. It really does help.
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