Aristotle – Rhetoric & the Art of Persuasion

September 20, 2024.Reading time 3 minutes.

By founding rhetoric as an academic discipline, Aristotle helped cultivate a deeper understanding of how language influences thought, action, and belief. His work remains a foundational reference for anyone interested in the power of words and their ability to shape human experience, making him a true pioneer in the art of persuasion.

College Speech Communication Class Offered in Lake Placid

September 17, 2024.Reading time 2 minutes.

“Public Speaking is a skill that many avoid because they fear it worse than death and taxes,” said R. Michael Brown, Adjunct Faculty at South Florida State College and the teacher of the Lake Placid class. “It doesn’t have to be that way. I’m sensitive to each student’s individual situation and I show you how to overcome your fear in a stress-free environment.”

Qualities of Effective Speech Delivery: Expressiveness

September 3, 2024.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Speakers who know a lot and care a lot about their topics and their audiences are usually more expressive.

Rehearse Your Public Speeches!

August 1, 2024.Reading time 6 minutes.

To do well in public speaking, you must rehearse 10 times to perfect your performance, confidence, engagement and to get your #message across to the audience.

4 Steps to Crafting Brand Micro-Narratives

July 24, 2024.Reading time 8 minutes.

Micro-narratives is the new buzzword for short brand stories that fit best for social media posts.

Public Speaking Class Offered in Fall 2024 at FAU

July 5, 2024.Reading time 10 minutes.

FAU Public Speaking Class Prep Underway by adjunct instructor R. Michael Brown

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of public speaking, with the ultimate goal of preparing students to be confident, effective, and ethical communicators – as taught by Robert [Michael] Brown, FAU Adjunct Faculty.