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TE 331 Techniques of Grammar
Credit, three hours.
An advanced study of various writing techniques and grammatical principles. The course will include practical applications of writing, editing, and advanced grammar in academic composition, as well as the mass media. It will include assignments that consider the Christian ethic and its application to the issues of current interest, as well as how the Christian ethic informs the writer who is concerned with the effects of the printed word on his or her society. Cross-listed as: EN 331 Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 and three additional semester hours in English above the freshman level.
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TE 333 Education Law and Ethics
Credit, three hours.
Provides a study of the legal aspects of teaching and teachers’ and students’ rights from a practical and application standpoint. Also, the many issues surrounding teacher ethics will be intertwined in the course.
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TE 372 Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language
Credit, three hours.
A survey of cross-cultural English teaching locally and globally, addressing cultural, academic, and ministry issues related to ESL. Students are introduced to the foundational principles and hands-on practices of English as a Second Language in meeting the educational, social, and spiritual needs of international students, refugees, and immigrants. Cross-listed as: CST 372 Fall
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TE 373 ESL Resources
Credit, three hours.
A comprehensive survey of instructional literature, technologies, certification programs, and placement agencies in the field of teaching English as a Second Language and teaching English as a Foreign Language. Spring
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TE 374 ESL Administration & the Law
Credit, three hours.
An in-depth study of the historical, philosophical, legal, and practical issues related to administering an ESL program. Fall
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TE 375 ESL Curriculum Development
Credit, three hours.
This course provides practical experience in the development of learning objectives, lesson plans, classroom delivery, and assessments for the ESL teacher. Spring
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TE 376 Methods of Teaching ESL
Credit, three hours.
This course builds professional ESL teaching and management skills through classroom and assessment observation, supervised teaching experiences, and problem solving directly related to ESL instruction through case studies. Fall
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TE 377 Practicum in ESL
Credit, three hours.
The practicum consists of a semester of supervised ESL teaching in an approved institution. All aspects of ESL teaching will be assessed, including cultural knowledge and sensitivity, lesson development and delivery, and classroom management. The practicum will conclude with a supervisor evaluation and student survey. Spring or summer
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TE 400 Methods of Teaching Science
Credit, three hours.
Explores the philosophy, content, methods, and materials utilized in the teaching of science. Emphasis placed on student participation and the scientific method. Requires professional field experiences in school settings. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 and admission into the teacher education program.
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TE 403 History and Philosophy of Education
Credit, three hours.
Involves the prospective teacher in real issues of schooling and education. Topics include current trends and problems; the development of a personal philosophy of education; classroom management; coping skills; and other relevant issues.
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TE 405 Education and Technology
Credit, three hours.
Emphasizes pre-service teachers’ use of technology in the development of problem-solving processes with students in their classrooms. Concepts and skills help develop a more integrated approach to skills improvement throughout the teaching and learning process. The major emphasis of this course is facilitating learning through instructional and technological integration. Requires professional field experience in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 or TE 306 .
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TE 406 Early Childhood Curriculum
Credit, three hours.
Surveys principles, programs, theories, strategies, developmentally appropriate practices, curricula, and organization in early childhood education. Includes historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations of early childhood education. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 (WI)
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TE 409 Problems in Education
Credit, one to nine hours.
Provides an intensive study of contemporary problems in education and a review of pertinent research relating to these problems. Intensive reading and action research required.
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TE 410 Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Education
Credit, three hours.
Focuses on developmentally appropriate activities for young children. Provides professional field experiences in approved school settings.
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TE 411 Methods of Teaching Reading
Credit, three hours.
Emphasizes study of developmental skills involved in the reading process with emphasis on methods and materials used for teaching these skills. Research relating to approaches and materials is required. Competency in phonics stressed. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 , admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 412 Classroom Management
Credit, three hours.
Focuses on skills and procedures needed to plan, organize, administer, implement, and maintain an effective classroom management program. Research relating to theories and approaches required. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 or TE 306 and admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 413 Literacy and the Young Child
Credit, three hours.
Examines factors that contribute to the young child’s developing literacy. Focuses on techniques for developing an integrated language program. Requires professional field experiences in school settings. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 , admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 417 Reading Improvement in the Content Areas
Credit, three hours.
Provides assessment and instructional strategies for the teaching of reading in content areas. Techniques for teaching word attack, comprehension, study, and rate of reading skills are emphasized. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 or TE 306 , and admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 419 Diagnostic and Corrective Reading
Credit, three hours.
Emphasizes procedures and instruments for evaluating reading proficiency, determining individual reading difficulties, and designing and implementing programs for correction of reading problems. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 and TE 411 or TE 413 , admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 421 Evaluation of Teaching and Learning
Credit, three hours.
Considers assessment practices, the preparation and use of informal objective and essay type tests; studies typical standardized tests; and introduces elementary statistical procedures. Requires professional field experiences in school settings. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 or TE 306 , and admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 422 Educational Psychology
Credit, three hours.
This course consists of a comprehensive survey of the various applications of psychology to the issues of human learning in the educational environment. Topics studied include dynamics of human behavior, student-teacher interaction, theories and methods of instruction, development, learning theory, motivation and classroom management, individual differences, and the evaluative process. In addition, this course will emphasize the principles of learning and teaching. Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Prerequisite(s): TE 305 and admission to Teacher Education.
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TE 423 Student Teaching and Seminar
Credit, nine hours.
Teaching experiences are provided with children and youth through assignment to selected schools. The seminar provides opportunity for discussion, evaluation, and planning for improved teaching effectiveness. Teaching experiences are directed and supervised by an assigned cooperating teacher and university supervisor. Cross-listed as: TE 523 Prerequisite(s): TE 305 or TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program Corequisite(s): TE 433
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TE 431 Independent Study
Maximum credit, eight hours.
A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Education. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
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TE 432 Independent Study
Maximum credit, eight hours.
A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Education. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
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TE 433 edTPA Professional Development Seminar
Credit, three hours.
edTPA is a performance assessment of readiness to teach. This portfolio assessment is designed with a focus on student learning. As a performance-based assessment, edTPA is designed to engage teacher candidates in demonstrating their understanding of teaching and student learning. In this class, pre-service candidates complete tasks and commentaries within a portfolio relevant to their program. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Cross-listed as: TE 533 Corequisite(s): TE 423
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TE 445 Early Childhood Internship
Credit, one hour.
Teaching experiences are provided with children ages 5-8 years old through assignment to selected schools. The internship provides opportunity for discussion, evaluation, planning, and assessment for improved teaching effectiveness. Teaching experiences are directed and supervised by an assigned cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education; Corequisite(s): TE 311 , TE 312 , and TE 411
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TE 455 Pre-K Internship
Credit, one hour.
Teaching experiences are provided with children ages birth-4 years old through assignment to selected schools. The internship provides opportunity for discussion, evaluation, planning, and assessment for improved teaching effectiveness. Teaching experiences are directed and supervised by an assigned cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education; Corequisite(s): TE 410
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TE 470 Secondary School Teaching: Concepts, Strategies, and Methods
Credit, two hours.
This course explores the use of strategies, methods, and materials pertinent for teaching in a middle or high school setting. The student will gain knowledge in working with adolescents and will develop skills in planning, organizing, and critical thinking - all essential components of successful secondary teaching. This course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Requires professional field experiences in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must also be enrolled in TE 471 , TE 472 , TE 473 , or TE 474 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete one of these classes will prohibit a student from passing TE 470 .
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TE 471 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - English/Language Arts
Credit, one hour.
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in an English/Language Arts classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for field experience. Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 471 as well.
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TE 472 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Mathematics
Credit, one hour.
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a mathematics classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for field experience. Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 472 as well.
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TE 473 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Science
Credit, one hour.
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a science classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooThis course is offered only in the Spring academic period (semester). Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 473 as well.
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TE 474 Clinical Methods in Teaching Secondary School - Social Science
Credit, one hour.
Students will observe, assist, tutor students, complete assignments, and teach lessons in a social science classroom in a middle or high school setting under the direction of the regular classroom teacher and university supervisor. Students will be in the cooperating classrooms for field experience. Prerequisite(s): TE 306 , admission into a teacher education program, and students must be enrolled in TE 470 during the same academic period (semester). Failure to successfully complete TE 470 will prohibit a student from passing TE 474 as well.
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TE 497 Study in Selected Topics
Credit, one to six hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): Admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 498 Study in Selected Topics
Credit, one to six hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): Admission into a teacher education program.
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TE 504 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth
Credit, three hours.
Introduces and surveys areas of exceptionality. Emphasizes cause and effect relationships relating to exceptional children in the classroom. Provides professional laboratory experiences in school settings. Lecture Cross-listed as: TE 304 Prerequisite(s): TE 525
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TE 505 Computer-Based Technology
Credit, three hours.
This course emphasizes the interdependence of technology with educational systems in a historical and social context. It provides opportunities for the acquisition of knowledge of computer and telecommunication software systems in educational settings. This course also facilitates skill development using word process, spreadsheet and database, and presentation software programs. Lecture Cross-listed as: TE 405 Prerequisite(s): TE 525
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TE 508 Instructional Technologies for the Early Childhood and Elementary Classroom
Credit, three hours.
This course emphasizes instructional technologies and the integration of those technologies in lessons taught in the early childhood and elementary classroom. Students will focus on the instructional design process including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Students will research a variety of instructional design models that support technology integration and apply one of those models when designing instruction.
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TE 509 Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom
Credit, three hours.
The focus of this course is planning for students with diverse needs, identifying learner supports, and monitoring students within inclusive classroom settings. Additional emphasis will be on the effective use of differentiated instruction, interventions, and collaborative strategies to increase student engagement in the general education classroom. This course will rely on the use of technology during class and for assignments. Prerequisite(s): TE 525
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TE 510 Curriculum Development
Credit, three hours.
Provides a study of the nature of curriculum; examination of factors affecting curriculum; and the relation of design, implementation, and evaluation to curriculum development. On-line class.
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TE 511 Contemporary Issues in Teaching
Credit, three hours.
A study of issues in education. A research-based course emphasizing critical examination of contemporary issues and various proposals for improving American education in the 21st century.
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TE 517 History of Education
Credit, three hours.
Provides a comprehensive study of the history of education with emphasis on American education.
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TE 519 The Law and the Schools
Credit, three hours.
Provides a study of constitutional and common law as they pertain to educational issues in the United States.
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TE 520 Evaluation and Research in Education
Credit, three hours.
Designed to develop skills for evaluating current research procedures and results in education with an emphasis on APA writing style guidelines. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing.
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TE 523 Internship
Credit, three hours.
Full-time teaching experiences are provided with early childhood and/or elementary pupils through assignment in selected schools. Experiences will progress gradually to the exercise of full responsibility of the teacher for at least twenty days. Teaching experiences are directed and supervised by a cooperating teacher and college supervisor. A seminar is provided for discussion, planning, and evaluation. Cross-listed as: TE 423 Corequisite(s): TE 533
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TE 525 Curriculum and Teaching in the Elementary School
Credit, three hours.
This course emphasizes the psychological and ethical foundations of eduation relating to learning and teaching principles and ethics, and the design, development, and implementation of media materials for reinforcement of these principles. (WI) A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Lecture.
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TE 533 edTPA Professional Development Seminar
Credit, three hours.
edTPA is a performance assessment of readiness to teach. This portfolio assessment is designed with a focus on student learning. As a performance-based assessment, edTPA is designed to engage teacher candidates in demonstrating their understanding of teaching and student learning. In this class, pre-service candidates complete tasks and commentaries within a portfolio relevant to their program. A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Cross-listed as: TE 433 Corequisite(s): TE 523
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TE 597 Evaluation of Teaching and Learning
Credit, three hours.
The focus of this course is developing formative and summative assessment practices that inform and guide instruction. Emphasis is placed on developing competencies in creating different types of test formats in order to create valid and reliable assessment procedures. Effective assessment development and implementation is the first step toward data-based decision making that guides instruction in order to meet the needs of diverse learners. Prerequisite(s): TE 525
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TE 598 Comprehensive Examination/Portfolio
Credit, none (no hours).
Constitutes an integrated comprehensive examination of the M.A. in Education Programs. It consists of a written examination and is graded as either “Pass” or “Fail”. Students in the traditional fifth-year M.A. program in education are also required to successfully complete and submit a portfolio that includes Alabama State Department of Education mandated technology standards.
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TH 103 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 104 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 106 Beginning Ballet
Credit, one hour.
Principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet.
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TH 107 Beginning Tap
Credit, one hour.
Basic principles, styles and steps of tap dancing.
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TH 108 Beginning Jazz
Credit, one hour.
Principles, techniques and different styles of jazz dancing.
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TH 202 Acting I
Credit, three hours.
Principles and techniques of acting as applied to the theatre, including improvisation, pantomime, theatre games and other exercises that develop creative awareness.
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TH 203 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 204 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 205 Advanced Ballet
Credit, one hour.
Advanced principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet. Prerequisite(s): TH 106 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons.
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TH 206 Stagecraft and Lab
Credit, three hours.
This class will be an introductory course to the language and practical application of the field of stagecraft. The student will study paint techniques as well as proper terminology and safe use of tools. There will be 2-3 small class projects where they will use the techniques and skills they have learned.
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TH 207 Advanced Tap
Credit, one hour.
Advanced principles, styles and steps of tap dancing. Prerequisite(s): TH 106 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons.
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TH 208 Advanced Jazz
Credit, one hour.
Advanced principles, techniques and different styles of jazz dancing. Prerequisite(s): TH 108 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons.
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TH 211 Stage Management
Credit, two hours.
Students will learn how to stage manage a production. The student will learn how to create the necessary paperwork, how to format communication addressed to the company from the director, as well as how to call and run a show. It will also include a lab element in which they are an Assistant Stage Manager either for the Musical, Opera, Mainstage Play, and/or the Easter or Christmas Concert.
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TH 212 Introduction to Design
Credit, three hours.
Students will be exposed to the language and history of design and how that applies to theatre. It will include two design pieces. One of these will be a piece based on a favorite text or song allowing them to explore design that is influenced by a written text. The second piece will be a paper project for a specific play and can be either scenery, costumes, or digital media and sound.Students will be exposed to the language and history of design and how that applies to theatre. It will include two design pieces. One of these will be a piece based on a favorite text or song allowing them to explore design that is influenced by a written text. The second piece will be a paper project for a specific play and can be either scenery, costumes, or digital media and sound.
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TH 213 History of Musical Theatre
Credit, two hours.
A study of the evolution of American musical theatre from the 20th century to the present, its landmark productions, songs and its place within the history of Western Music. Cross-listed as: MU 213
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TH 225 Scenic Design
Credit, three hours.
Students will study terminology for scenic design as well as the design process as it applies to the field of scenic design. Each will create two designs during the course for a period and a contemporary play.
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TH 297 Study in Selected Topics
Credit, one to six hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
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TH 298 Study in Selected Topics
Credit, one to six hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
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TH 301 Theatre History
Credit, three hours. (WI)
A survey of the theatre and dramatic literature, with emphasis on technical innovations, architecture, dress and decor, plays and playwrights. English majors may take this course as an elective (EN 497 ).
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TH 302 Acting II
Credit, three hours.
Theory and techniques in character analysis development and the process of creating a role through scene study. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 .
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TH 303 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 304 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 305 Improvisation and Script Writing
Credit, two hours.
A vital skill for the actor that will give them freedom not only in rehearsal but also in performance. This class will explore the art of improvisation as it applies to rehearsal and performance as well as how to build an improv troupe. The course will also explore how to develop story ideas that originate from improv exercises and how to use improv as a means of developing a pre-existing story idea. This class will culminate in an Improv and Sketch showcase.
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TH 306 Stage Movement/Combat
Credit, three hours.
Theory and practice in creating combat scenes for the stage, movement and warm-up exercises for the actor or actress.
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TH 315 Auditioning in the Global Musical Theatre Marketplace
Credit, two hours.
This course will prepare students for real-life audition experiences in the two most prominent places of Musical Theatre employment; the United States and Europe. Using the most up-to-date industry expectations and standards as guidelines, students will learn how to create excellent mission statements, resumes, headshots, images, websites, repertoire choices and networking skills pertinent to both the United States and Europe. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 and TH 302
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TH 321 Theatrical Make-Up
Credit, three hours.
Basic principles and application of stage make-up including aging, beards, animals and clowns.
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TH 325 Lighting and Sound Design
Credit, three hours.
Students will study terminology for lighting and sound design, as well as the design process as it applies to the field of lighting and sound design. Each will create two designs during the course for a period and a contemporary play.
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TH 330 Production Procedures
Credit, three hours.
Examines the chronological procedures in producing a play, including script selection, auditions, rehearsals, schedules, publicity and budgets.
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TH 350 Script and Character Analysis
Credit, three hours.
Created to explore the various methods used to analyze scripts in their entirety as well as how to analyze a script specifically for a character. Students will study three different plays and learn how to document their discoveries in the process.
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TH 400 Senior Showcase/Capstone
Credit, zero hours.
This course is designed to accomplish two things: an opportunity to pursue a project that can take the form of a research, performance, or technical project. Additionally, the student will be working to create a packet for job searches in their field (I.E Actor: Headshots, Audition Packets, Resume, Potential Companies, etc. Technical: Paper Project or Realized Design, Portfolio, Resume, Potential Companies, etc.)
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TH 402 Acting III
Credit, three hours.
Advanced theory and techniques in acting using scene studies, monologues, scene analysis and techniques for movement and musical theater acting. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 and TH 302
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TH 403 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 404 Dramatic Production Participation
No credit (S or U).
Laboratory experience that involves all aspects of producing theatrical performances.
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TH 405 Shakespeare
Credit, three hours.
A study of selected Shakespearean comedies, histories and tragedies. Musical Theatre majors may take this course as an elective. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 and three additional semester hours in English beyond the freshman level.
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TH 406 Acting for Camera
Credit, three hours.
An exploration in the art of film acting. The students will learn how acting for the camera differs from acting on a stage and how to prepare for those differences. They will build a small reel of film, television, and commercial pieces. Additionally they will learn how auditions and the film industry as a whole differ from the theatre industry.
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TH 415 Dialects and Voice for Actors
Credit, three hours.
Students will study how to speak with consistent and accurate dialects, after they have learned the International Phonetic Alphabet. Additionally, the course will create exposure to different vocal warm ups and production techniques such as Lessac, necessary for the vocal health of an actor. The class will culminate in a performance showcase.
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TH 425 Costume Design
Credit, three hours.
Students will study terminology for costuming as well as the design process as it applies to the field of costuming. Additionally, students will study textile terminology and history. They will create three designs during the course for a concert/production design, a period play, and a modern play.
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TH 430 Directing
Credit, three hours.
Theories and techniques of stage direction, analysis of plays, preparation of production plans and practice in stage directions. Prerequisite(s): TH 202 and TH 330 , or consent of the instructor.
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TH 431 Independent Study
Maximum credit, eight hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major areas, with the approval of the advisor, instructor and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
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TH 432 Independent Study
Maximum credit, eight hours.
Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major areas, with the approval of the advisor, instructor and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
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TH 433 Directing II
Credit, three hours.
Students will expand upon information from Directing I. They will produce two one-acts or two plays cut down to hour long productions. Each will be produced in a showcase at the end of the semester.
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TH 435 Period Styles for Performance
Credit, three hours.
In this course, students will be exposed to specific acting tools necessary for certain styles of theatre: Greek, Commedia Del Arte, Restoration, Shakespeare, Modern, etc. They will also learn how the different styles are connected and how they influence each other. This class will culminate in a Styles performance showcase, which will span the time periods covered.
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TH 437 Period Styles for Design
Credit, three hours.
A research based class involving in depth study of art, fashion, architecture, and interior design by decade and culture. Students will learn what things looked like, and additionally the thought and cultural movements which inspired or were shaped by each design aesthetic.
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TH 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar
Credit, three hours.
Study of a selected theme or topic designed to synthesize and reveal the coherence of the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Normally limited to seniors with the approval of the course director.
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TH 495 Theatre Production and Performance
Credit, three hours.
Theatre Production and Performance is a celebration of the Theatre as a unique form of art and entertainment. The foundation of this course is a practical study of the history, performance and production librettists, lyricists, directors, designers and choreographers who have been of great influence in shaping the development of theatre. Emphasis will be placed on structure, content, cultural influences and historical development featuring interactive lectures, guest performers, in-class improvisation and participation. All students are required to participate in three hours of shop time per week. Cross-listed as: MU 497.1 .
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TH 499 Internship/Study Abroad
Credit, zero hours.
Students will have the opportunity to gain professional experience in the area of emphasis, either in the American or European professional theatre arena.
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TH 502 Acting I
Credit, three hours.
Principles and techniques of acting as applied to the theatre, including improvisation, pantomime, theatre games and other exercises that develop creative awareness. Graduate students will be required to learn and present a role in addition to required scene study.
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TH 503 Acting II
Credit, three hours.
Theory and techniques in character analysis development and the process of creating a role through scene study. Graduate students will be required to present a role in a public setting. Prerequisite(s): TH 502
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TH 505 Beginner Ballet
Credit, one hour.
Principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet.
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TH 506 Beginner Tap
Credit, one hour.
Basic principles, styles and steps of tap dancing.
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TH 507 Beginner Jazz
Credit, one hour.
Principles, techniques and different styles of jazz dancing.
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TH 508 Advanced Ballet
Credit, one hour.
Advanced principles, techniques and body alignment for ballet. Prerequisite(s): TH 505 or permission from instructor for years of previous dance lessons
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