Phoenix College Evening Division - Nocturne Yearbook (Phoenix, AZ)

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if tilt liliiiiit illlllllltmzifllf Voice and diction are concentrated on as students deliver prepared pieces for analysis. Speech is a subiect of utmost importance in any school. The Phoenix College staff has spent many hours devising a schedule which will meet the needs of everyone. They have planned the speech curriculum with five obiectives in mind: Dlctlon Correction ill improvement of conversational and platform behaviorg CQJ curing of abnormalities in speechg C31 social improvement by understanding what problems existg C41 furthering of group thinkingg CSD enlightenment of the student so he will seek informational background. Mr. Norman emphasizes correct diction to class, which listens and imitates.

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Speech teacher John Watkins listens attentively to The class evaluates a speech by one of its fellow members. a speech given by one of his pupils. V, Students Learn Art of Speaking Perhaps the most critical is one's own self, but fellow students listen to and criticize various speeches. l , l 21 .gh

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V K. Speed in reading is tested with a speed machine as students answer ques- tions based on previously read material. Mr. Higgenbotham times students as they read selected material. N. I it it .l A Reading is considered to be a part of the English curriculum at Phoenix Col- ' lege. Speed in reading is important though much time is spent in the com- prehension of the reading material. The course offers two credits for students who are interested. Speed, Comprehension Important in Reading l it .. V i Me ANI. Student uses individual speed machine to time herself She will then be tested on her story.