Students learn a systematic approach to text analysis and the intellectual, emotional and physical development of a role through the practical application of dramatic theory. Students learn critical thinking and communication skills within an interpersonal competitive group environment. Students apply organizational concepts in creating original speech, debate and oral interpretation performances. This course actively examines the dynamics of group interaction and communication. Students experience multiple forms of group task solving, cooperation and roles.
Emphasis is placed on the development of communication ethics, listening and leadership skills.
With prior permission of the departmental coordinator, this course may be used to meet the college speech proficiency requirement. This course engages the student in the study and development of communication skills as they impact upon relationships, personal and casual. Students work with theories and practical applications of interactive didactic communication. With prior permission of the department coordinator, this course may be used to meet the college speech proficiency requirement. This course examines the diversity of American music as found in its rich heritage of folk, ethnic, religious, jazz, popular and theatre traditions as well as European influences.