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Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization

A complete public speaking transformation that builds confidence and skill through structured practice and expert feedback.

access

Lifetime

level

Beginner

certificate

Certificate of completion

language

English

What you will learn in Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization Course

  • Persuasive public speaking techniques
  • Speech structure and storytelling
  • Vocal variety and body language mastery
  • Audience engagement strategies

  • Handling Q&A sessions effectively
  • Presentation slide design principles
  • Overcoming public speaking anxiety

Program Overview

Speaking Fundamentals

⏱️ 4 weeks

  • Covers speech organization, rhetorical devices, and vocal projection.
  • Includes anxiety management techniques and breathing exercises.

Advanced Delivery Techniques

⏱️ 4 weeks

  • Focuses on pacing, pausing, and emphasis.
  • Features video analysis of famous speeches and peer feedback workshops.

Visual Storytelling

⏱️ 4 weeks

  • Teaches slide design, data visualization, and multimedia integration.
  • Includes Before/After presentation makeovers.

Capstone Presentation

⏱️ 4 weeks

  • Students develop and deliver a polished professional presentation with faculty and peer review.

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Job Outlook

  • Professional value: Essential for leadership roles
  • Salary potential: Strong speakers earn 10-20% more
  • Industry demand: Top skill in 90% of executive jobs
  • Certification benefit: Recognized by Toastmasters
9.6Expert Score
Highly Recommended
Master professional speaking and presentation skills through this comprehensive specialization from University of Michigan faculty.
Value
9
Price
9.2
Skills
9.6
Information
9.7
PROS
  • University of Michigan faculty
  • Video recording feedback
  • Downloadable speech templates
  • Suitable for all experience levels
CONS
  • Requires practice outside course
  • Limited large-audience focus
  • Needs tech setup for recording

Specification: Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization

access

Lifetime

level

Beginner

certificate

Certificate of completion

language

English

FAQs

  • Enhance message structure and style using the P-R-O-D-U-C-T framework for greater clarity and impact.
  • Develop persuasive pitching and negotiation skills, combining storytelling with expressive gestures.
  • Master the art of initiating engaging conversations that build rapport and trust.
  • Learn tactful communication—how to apologize, frame feedback, or deliver tough messages with empathy.
  • Consists of four courses, each designed to take approximately one week (about 10 hours).
  • Offers flexible, self-paced learning—complete at your own rhythm, with lifetime access.
  • Based on a proven University of Michigan workshop series that spans 16 weeks in deeper academic settings.
  • No prior experience required—the specialization is labeled Beginner level.
  • All you need is a willingness to learn public speaking and to engage with presentations at any level.
  • Led by Patrick Barry, Clinical Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Michigan.
  • Highly rated—4.6 average from over 220 reviews, with more than 24,000 enrollments.
  • Grounded in an award-winning university workshop used by students across law, medicine, design, engineering, policy, and more.
  • Yes—earn a shareable certificate you can add to your LinkedIn, CV, or resume.
  • Audit access is available for free; additional features require enrollment, including graded assignments.
  • Available in 23 languages and included in the Coursera Plus subscription for unlimited access.
Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization
Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting Specialization
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