Speech Communication Course Descriptions SPCH 800. A consideration and analysis of the nature of speech as an activity of daily life. An in-depth investigation of the traditional speech disciplines from historical, critical, and theoretical perspectives. 1-3 hours Coursework on a specific topic of communication designed by the instructor.
Topics vary per offering.
Introduction to the graduate program and principles and standards of research in communication. Administration and Direction of Forensic Programs 3 hours Organization and administration of forensic programs in high schools and colleges, management of inter-school contests and tournaments, coaching of debate, discussion and individual events, and principles of judging. An examination of the theories of interpretation including an analysis of the major texts in oral interpretation. Dramatic Theory 3 hours Advanced studies in dramatic theory conducted in seminar form. An analysis of the ideas of individuals and movements in the theatre.