The emphasis of the course is an examination of the distinctions and similarities in form and content of the documentary as it has developed through radio, television and film. Participation in conjunction with Communications class productions, rehearsal and performance of films, multimedia productions, oral interpretation, interpreters' theatre productions, television, radio, and debate. Students may work off campus at a communications facility for extra credit. Experiences in interacting with an audience, using prose and poetry as vehicles for oral interpretation. Different types of literature are used to develop skills in analysis and performance based on understanding principles of interaction in oral interpretation.
Final goal consists of original programs, created and performed by students in class.
COM 121 Small Group Communication 3 cr. Theory and practice in assuming membership and leadership roles in decision-making groups, with emphasis upon the individual's ability to communicate and thus interact more effectively. Group process is investigated as it relates to the individual's ability to communicate. COM 123 Argumentation and Debate 3 cr. Provides students an opportunity to locate, organize and use rational arguments both for and against controversial issues of national importance.