THE INFUSION SPEECH SKELETON APPLICATION (APP) AS A TEACHING MEDIUM FOR STUDENTS OF OFFICE MANAGEMENT & TECHNOLOGY (OMT): A CONCEPTUAL PAPER

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study aimed to utilize the usage of App in Public Speaking course to ease and engage students of Office Management & Technology (OMT) in their learning experience by providing the simplified version of speech draft development. Methodology: The development of the App divided into two divisions, (a) the App content and, (b) the App design and concept. The content of the App was from the main textbook, simplified to serve the needs of OMT students, whereas the Apps’ design and concept were based on interactive design and waterfall models. Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) and Focus Group were also included. Main Findings: The Infusion Speech Skeleton App is projected to be a vital platform for students to improve their understanding of the course. The App is also expected to improve students’ performance particularly those who have trouble comprehending speech draft development. Applications of this study: Because the App is mainly developed with OMT students in the loop, most of the settings will be in OMT students’ favors. However, the Apps also can be beneficial to those taking literature, and other communications studies for basic reference. Novelty/Originality of this study: The App usage in learning was introduced in many courses, however, to our best knowledge this is the first attempt of App development and implementation in the course of public speaking, focusing on the need for non-communication students, OMT students.