THTR 1753 - Theatre and Education

Description
This course examines the fundamental principles of drama as an educational tool in working with children. Acting, music, art, and puppetry will be used. Performances may be scheduled off-site at area public schools in Rogers and Bentonville. All performances are scheduled during class time.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, students will:

Demonstrate applying imagination to character development and physical action.
Integrate acting skills with visual and auditory mediums

General Education Outcomes Supported
N/A

Standard Practices
Topics List
Acting, music, puppetry, developing props

Learning Activities
N/A

Assessments

Performances
In class exercises
Research project

Grading guidelines
N/A