2008-09 Catalog 
    
    May 08, 2024  
2008-09 Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • TESL 207 - TESL Grammar

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Study of English grammar as it applies to the teaching of English as a second language. Designed for active speakers of English who anticipate teaching ESL and wish to learn about those grammar topics of concern to ESL students.

  
  • TESL 222 - Practicum in TESL

    (2 credits)
    Designed primarily for students who plan to teach English as a second language but who are not part of the TESL endorsement, this practicum places TESL minor students in an ESL teaching setting, primarily with recent immigrants in Sioux County. Students teach ESL to immigrants, either on a one-to-one basis or with small groups.

    Note: Not applicable to the TESL endorsement. May be repeated. Graded on a pass/no pass basis.

    Prerequisite: 201 proficiency in a foreign language, TSL307 or permission of instructor.

  
  • TESL 224 - Applied Linguistics in Language Education

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    The course is a survey of key issues in socio-and applied linguistic inquiry on case studies of topics such as the nature of language, bilingualism and bilingual education as well as language planning and language policy.

  
  • TESL 225 - Language Development and Acquisition

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course will examine the similarities and differences between the acquisition of first and second languages.

  
  • TESL 307 - Methods in TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language)

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Study of the unique problems and opportunities in teaching English to classes made up of individuals from heterogeneous language backgrounds. Discussion of recent research, methodology and grammar concepts unique to ESL.

    Note: Intended for those contemplating teaching ESL.

    Prerequisite: one year of a foreign language or permission of instructor.

  
  • THE 100 - Theatre Production Ensemble

    (1/2 credit)
    This course is designed to provide students with practical experience in the many facets of theatre production. Course members audition and interview for performance and production staff positions.

    Note: Course may be repeated.

  
  • THE 101x - Mass Media and Society

    (4 credits)
    Examines the historical development, organization and structure of the mass media in contemporary society, as well as related issues and problems. Suggests Christian perspectives on use of and participation in the mass media.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in communication studies.
  
  • THE 111 - Public Speaking

    (2 credits)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under speech)

    This course emphasizes the improvement of public speech habits and the development of proficiency in the organization and presentation of ideas.

  
  • THE 112 - Performance Studies

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    An introduction to the use of performance as a means of interpreting, analyzing and celebrating literature, and as a tool for experiencing cultural diversity and enacting social change. By providing training in the principles and techniques of performing various genres of literature before an audience, this course seeks to expand students’ understanding of the relationships between text and performer, performer and audience, and written and oral forms of literature. Assignments include solo and group performances from poetry, narrative fiction and oral history.

  
  • THE 113 - Theatre as a Fine Art

    (4 credits)
    General Education Requirement / Option: (general education option under fine arts)

    A survey course dealing with theatre as an art form, which emphasizes its history, literature and production techniques.

    Note: Does not count toward a major or minor.

  
  • THE 114 - Stagecraft

    (2 credits)
    A practical course which introduces students to the organization, skills and materials necessary for mounting a stage production.

  
  • THE 130 - Introduction to Design

    (2 credits)
    An introduction to the concepts of design necessary to approach, create and critically evaluate a theatrical performance environment. Study of the processes of script analysis, design research and communication. Breakdown of aspects and elements that define the most commonly held principles of scenery, costume, lighting and sound design.

  
  • THE 133 - Ballet

    (1 credit)
    A study of the form and techniques of ballet.

    Note: Dance courses may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credits.

  
  • THE 135 - Jazz Dance

    (1 credit)
    A study of the form and techniques of jazz dance. Emphasis will be on the integration of modern musical performance.

    Note: Dance courses may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credits.

  
  • THE 206 - Playwriting: The One-Act

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A workshop approach to the study of dramatic structure culminating in the writing of a one-act play.

    Prerequisite: THE113.

  
  • THE 215 - Acting

    (4 credits)
    A study of the theoretical framework of the craft of acting.

  
  • THE 226 - Scene Design

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    An introduction to the concepts, tools and skills of scenic design for the theatre. Emphasis is placed on practical hands-on experiences reinforcing previously learned design principles.

    Prerequisite: THE130.

  
  • THE 227 - Introduction to Lighting Design

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    An introduction to the basic skills, technology and artistic principles of stage lighting design.

    Prerequisite: THE130.

  
  • THE 230 - Costume Design

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of methods and approaches to costume design for the theatre.

    Prerequisite: THE130.

  
  • THE 240 - Argument and Debate

    (2 credits)
    This course provides both written and oral advanced training in the art of negotiation, mediation and debate to better prepare students for future environments in which good and ethical use of argumentation (both written and verbal) are needed. Students learn to use critical-thinking on a very high level and will understand that the best argumentation acknowledges different points of view, avoids personal prejudices and carefully evaluates the evidence and assumptions used in argumentation. Students will prepare cases, learn note taking and listening, and argue with a partner in parliamentary style debates.

    Prerequisites: THE111and ENG184 or ACT English score of 30 or above.

  
  • THE 260 - Drama Ministries Ensemble

    (1/2 credit)
    A performance group emphasizing preparation of scripts for presentation in worship services and worship-related settings.

    Note: Members are chosen by audition. Course may be repeated.

  
  • THE 305 - Story and Worship

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    The study of the story of worship as well as story within worship. An application of the principles and practices of dramatic art to worship planning and leadership, and also a study of plays within the context of Christian corporate worship.

  
  • THE 308x - Methods of Teaching Secondary English and Speech

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study and practice of methods for teaching English and speech in high school and junior high school. Topics include language and language learning, composition, oral language, planning, curriculum and assessment.

    Note: Does not count toward a major or minor.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in English.
  
  • THE 312 - Directing

    (4 credits)
    Beginning directors review the guiding principles of theatrical art and then apply these to script selection, development of a prompt script, and the complete rehearsal process. Each student prepares a short play for public performance.

    Prerequisites: THE113 and215 or permission of instructor.

  
  • THE 315 - Acting: Scene Work

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Students perform scenes from classical, modern and contemporary literature. Emphasis is placed on script analysis.

    Prerequisite: THE215.

  
  • THE 328 - Advanced Lighting Design

    (2 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    An opportunity to apply the basic skills, technology and artistic principles of lighting design to script response, visual research and creative exploration. The capstone experience of the course will be for students to design lighting for a mounted one-act play.

    Prerequisites: THE130 and 227.

  
  • THE 343 - History and Theory I

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the development of the history and theory of theatre from its origins through the neoclassical period.

  
  • THE 344 - History and Theory II

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the development of the history and theory of the theatre from the English Restoration through the postmodern era.

  
  • THE 365x - Acting for the Camera

    (3 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    Study and practice of acting skills and techniques in front of cameras using scenes from television, film, commercials and industrial scripts. Course also includes sections on audition techniques and the business of acting.

    Prerequisite: THE215, COM202, or permission of instructor.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in communication studies.
  
  • THE 398 - Directed Study


  
  • THE 405 - Practicum in Christian Theatre

    (2 credits)
    A theatre laboratory experience using drama in a Christian context.

    Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis.

    Prerequisites: theatre major and a career concentration in Christian theatre ministries.

  
  • THE 406 - Topics in Dramatic Literature

    (2 credits)
    Specific subject matter of this course will vary from semester to semester, but will focus on the study of dramatic literature from one genre or one playwright or one geographical area or one theme/value.

    Note: The course will be designed to welcome both majors and non- majors. The course may be taken more than once as long as the topic of study is different.

    Prerequisite: THE113.

  
  • THE 407 - Playwriting: The Full-Length

    (4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This continuation of the study of playwriting focuses on the challenges of the long form. The course includes the processes of writing according to classic structural principles, rewriting, formatting and submitting plays for publication.

    Prerequisite: THE206 or permission of instructor.

  
  • THE 417 - Internship

    (4 credits may apply toward the major)
  
  • THE 465 - Selected Topics in Theatre and Speech

    (2-4 credits, alternate years, consult department)
    This course will focus on various issues of theatre and speech that are not covered in current course offerings. Possible topics might include: auditioning, stage management, musical theatre, contemporary theatre since 1967, specific genres (comedy, tragedy, theatre of the absurd, Greek, etc.), theatre as social criticism, ethnic theatre, theatre as historical documentary.

    Note: May be taken more than once, provided a different topic is studied.

  
  • THE 499 - Honors Research


  
  • TSL 207 - TESL Grammar

    2
  
  • TSL 222 - Practicum in TESL

    2
  
  • TSL 224 - Applied Linguistics in Language Education

    4
  
  • TSL 225 - Language Development and Acquisition

    3
  
  • TSL 307 - Methods in TESL

    3
 

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