Article Title

Students’ Communication Predispositions: An Examination of Classroom Connectedness in Public Speaking Courses

Authors

Robert J. Sidelinger, Oakland University
Scott A. Myers, West Virginia University
Audra L. McMullen, Towson University

Abstract

The connected classroom climate centers on supportive student-to-student communication in the classroom, and may provide students enrolled in public speaking courses with a safe and comfortable haven to present speeches.

This study examined student connectedness in public speaking courses and it’s affect on students’ (N = 368) communication abilities. Results revealed positive perceptions of student connectedness related to decreases in public speaking anxiety and public speaking apprehension, as well as increases in perceptions of communication competence.

These outcomes suggest public speaking instructors should consider the relationships that exist among students and how they may further encourage connectedness in their classrooms.

Recommended Citation

Sidelinger, Robert J.; Myers, Scott A.; and McMullen, Audra L. (2011) "Students’ Communication Predispositions: An Examination of Classroom Connectedness in Public Speaking Courses," Basic Communication Course Annual: Vol. 23, Article 13.
Available at: https://ecommons.udayton.edu/bcca/vol23/iss1/13