No More Nerves

• In Event: G.I.F.T.S. Session II

Abstract

This GIFT focuses on process anxiety and helps students gain tips to alleviate nervousness in classroom speeches. Students overwhelmingly enjoy the practical aspect as well as how the exercise applies to the literature. Students anonymously write their own fears about public speaking which come out in a public forum on the white board or computer. The moderator then provides tips to combat the process anxiety. Students relate to their peers and each class is customized!

Author

• Chris Gurrie, University of Tampa