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 Department:    CMST

 Course #:    141

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    5

 CIP:    231001

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2019

 Course Description  

Stresses analysis of literature and its vocal and visual performance before an audience. Explores relationships between literary text, author, performer, and audience as well as delivery techniques. May focus on one or more literary genres.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 55

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Humanities  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Identify and explain appropriate models, components, contexts, and/or common terminology of communication and oral interpretation.
2. Conduct explorations of various genres of literature�or a specific genre of literature�and apply literary analysis techniques to the selection, discussion, preparation, and oral performance of literary texts.
3. Adapt the performance of literary selections to diverse audiences, contexts, and speaking situations.
4. Build confidence in performing before the class, while working in groups, and in writing about literature.
5. Use vocal (pitch, rate, volume, articulation, pronunciation) and nonverbal behaviors to communicate literary texts to audiences.
6. Listen and respond actively, courteously, and critically as an audience member, including providing feedback on and/or written analysis of others' performances.
7. Apply textbook and literary reading assignments and library/technological research to individual, dyadic, and/or group projects.
8. Use technology to effectively retrieve and manage information, solve problems, and facilitate communication related to assignment preparation, submission, and/or delivery and other classroom issues.
9. Use time effectively in selecting literature, preparing programs, and presenting readings.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Selection and Analysis of Literature
2. Delivery Techniques
3. Preparation of Manuscripts
4. Communication Apprehension
5. Organizing Thematic Programs
6. Audience Analysis and Adaptation
7. Critical Evaluation and Listening Responsibilities