The student practices clear and concise writing, effective editing, and efficient gathering and organization of news stories. Students are required to compose and deliver five to eight speeches. Videotape is used to assist improvement. 22 Oral Interpretation of Literature Applies techniques used in the art of oral interpretation to various literary genres. Works performed are analyzed.
Individual performance is required.
Theory Various theories about the nature and dynamics of human communication are presented. A study of the language base of the discipline will open to an examination of applications in interpersonal, intergroup, mass and media communications situations. An introduction to the principles and the ideas expressed in master works of Western Literature. 33 Studies in Medieval Literature Selected works of medieval English literature, from Anglo-Saxon through late Middle English. The poetry, prose, and drama of major 16th and 17th century writers such as Wyatt, Sidney, Spenser, Shakespeare, Johnson, More, Donne, Herbert, Marvell, Webster, Ford, and Milton.