| Credit Hours: |
3 |
| Contact Hours: |
3 |
| Laboratory Fee: |
None. |
| Prerequisites: |
There are no prerequisites for this course. |
| Corequisites: |
There are no corequisites for this course. |
| Catalog Description: |
Designed to instill in the student a curiosity and interest in all
areas of the theatre by inspiring him or her to look at this
collaborative art form from the point of view of those who create it.
This is not an acting class. Meets A.A. general education Category V.
A writing emphasis course. |
| Required Materials: |
Books:
- Edwin Wilson. The Theatre Experience, 12th ed., McGraw Hill, 2012. ISBN: 9780073382197
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| Supplemental Materials: |
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| Special Requirements: |
None |
| Program Learning Outcomes: |
Global Learning Outcomes:
II.Communication – students will develop effective reading, writing,
speaking and listening skills to communicate verbally and nonverbally
on literal and figurative levels.
A.Read and discuss plays, demonstrating literal and critical
comprehension.
C.Paraphrase ideas from critical reviews of plays, distinguishing
fact from critical opinion.
D.Write clear, organized prose papers, using correct standard English.
V.Cultural Literacy – students will develop an appreciation of human
culture and its diversity and the role of the creative arts in
society.
A.Appreciate the cultural and individual value of creativity and
imagination.
B.Demonstrate an awareness of the important function of theatre in
society and its ability to provide personal satisfaction to artists
and audiences while reflecting history and culture.
C.Demonstrating an awareness of cultural, national, ethnic, religious
and gender differences among peoples of the world by discussion of
world theatre trends and movements.
VI.Social Skills – students will develop and use skills and attitudes
that integrate the individual into society.
A.Demonstrate appropriate social skills, language, and emotions while
an audience member in a fully realized theatrical production, showing
respect for others’ opinions.
B.Develop insight into his/her own and others’ behaviors and mental
processes, accepting responsibility for his/her own actions.
D.Work alone and with others in class projects, understanding the
role of leadership and teamwork, to achieve individual and group
goals.
Major Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to instill in the student a curiosity and
interest in all areas of the theatre by inspiring him or her to look
at this collaborative art form from the point of view of those who
create it-the actor, the playwright, the director, the choreographer,
and the designers.
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| Course Learning Outcomes: |
By the end of the term, the student should look at the theatre as
part of the human environment and the ways he/she fits into that
environment:
1. As participants and observers.
2. Artists and art critics.
3. Role models and role players.
4. Actors and persons. |
| Methods of Evaluation: |
Evaluation of student progress towards achieving the stated learning
outcomes and performance objectives is the responsibility of the
instructor, within the policies of the college and the department.
Detailed explanation is included in the expanded syllabus developed
by the instructor for each section being taught.
Grades will be determined by these factors:
1. Homework questions on text readings.
2. 3 play outlines.
3. 3 600 word Gordon Rule papers.
4. 3 exams including final exam. |
| Flexibility: |
It is the intention of the instructor to accomplish the objectives specified in the course syllabus. However, circumstances may arise which prohibit the fulfilling of this endeavor. Therefore, this syllabus is subject to change. When possible, students will be notified of any change in advance of its occurrence. |
| Student Email Accounts |
Pensacola State College provides an institutional email account to all credit students. Pirate Mail is the official method of communication, and students must use Pirate Mail when communicating with the College. In cases where companion software is used for a particular class, emails may be exchanged between instructor and student using the companion software. |
| Note: |
For students with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disability Act or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, it is the responsibility of the student to notify Student Resource Center for ADA Services to discuss any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course. Upon completion of registration with the Student Resource Center for ADA Services office, specific arrangements can be discussed with the instructor. |
