1. To speak in front of an audience
In this course we cover the basic principles of successful communication and how to reach one’s audience. The content depends on the scope of the course and the target group and may include, for example: the most efficient means of persuasion, presentation techniques, non-verbal communication, good and bad argumentation, stage fright, style, and disposition.
2. Convincing presentations
In this course we cover the basic principles of a successful presentation, i.e., a presentation using a slideshow (e.g., PowerPoint, Keynote). The content depends on the scope of the course and the target audience and may include, for example: the relationship between speaker and slideshow, between expression and content, as well as design, aesthetics, information, and impact. We start and end with the question: What is an audience-friendly presentation?
3. Persuasive argumentation
Argumentation is central to most professional activities, but how does one argue clearly and effectively? In this course we look at the basic principles of successful argumentation and practical tools for persuasion. The content depends on the scope of the course and the target audience and may include, for example: what is a good argument? How can arguments go wrong? What does dialogic argumentation look like? How do I recognize and respond to bad arguments (so-called fallacies)? We look at argumentation in different genres: speech, text, and debate.
4. Training for teachers
The focus here is on content that relates generally to the democratic mission of the school or specifically to the subject of rhetoric. Both theory and classroom exercises are included in all courses, which can be about public speaking, debate, argumentation, writing for a cause, hate speech, and the more general question: What is critical thinking and how do I get better at it?
5. Commissioned: You choose the topic!
As long as it has to do with rhetoric, it’s our business! Tell us about your needs and together we find a solution.