Course Descriptions • Conduct quality research and gather supporting material for various types of public speeches. • Critique and provide constructive feedback to public speakers.
SP 253 Argumentation and Debate (3)
SP 253 develops writing, reading, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will learn to develop techniques to researching and presenting arguments in an efective and articulate manner. (3 hours lecture) Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in ENG 100 or credit for SP 151. Recommended Preparation: Recommended course SP 151 DA OC The student learning outcomes are: • Use diferent speech components to form a cohesive argument • Identify support for claims and be able to refute and explain logical fallacies • Recognize ethical and unethical arguments through the use of rhetoric • Diferentiate between propositions of fact, value, and policy • Demonstrate an increased self-awareness of critical thinking and reasoning including identifying self-biases and inferences
SP 260 Organizational Communication (3)
SP 260 introduces theories and strategies for managing communication in organizations. Students will gain an understanding of how communication functions by addressing the self, maintaining interpersonal relationships, problem solving and decision-making, and the use of technology in the workplace. (3 hours lecture) Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in ENG 100 or credit for SP 151. DS The student learning outcomes are: • Discuss the characteristics of groups and teams in organizations • Analyze communication problems in the workplace • Evaluate the role of interpersonal relationships in organizations • Apply communication theories to everyday situations using multiple perspectives
Theatre THEA 101 Introduction to Drama and Theatre (3)
An introduction to the art of drama and theatre. Students study selected plays that are representative of important playwrights and historical periods. These plays are studied in their historical context and provide a basis for understanding elements and styles of drama. Theatre production will also be explored by considering the functions of actors, audiences, designers, playwrights and technicians. (3 hours lecture) DA The student learning outcomes are: • Discuss the origin and development of the theatre from its beginnings to the present. • Discuss the theatre’s infuence and importance in human culture. • Compare and contrast plays and theatre practices from diferent time periods and cultures.
• Analyze the artistic choices and techniques used to transform a written dramatic script into a performed work presented to an audience.
THEA 131 Beginning Unarmed Stage Combat (3)
Introduction to theatrical unarmed stage combat. May be repeated up to 9 credits. (3 hours lecture.) DA The student learning outcomes are: • Correctly defne stage combat specialized terminology and concepts. • Execute theatrical fght techniques • Choreograph and perform staged fghts
THEA 132 Beginning Sword Stage Combat (3)
Introduction to sword-fghting for the stage. May be repeated up to 9 credits. (3 hours lecture.) Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in THEA 131 or instructor consent. DA The student learning outcomes are: • Demonstratecorrectusageofswordstagecombatterminology and core concepts • Execute sword techniques for the stage • Perform choreographed theatrical sword fghts
THEA 133 Continuing Beginning Stage Combat (3)
Continuing exploration of theatrical stage combat in assorted weapons. May be repeated up to 9 credits. (3 hours lecture) Recommended Preparation: Credit for THEA 221 or THEA 131 DA • The student learning outcomes are: • Defne stage combat specialized terminology and concepts. • Execute theatrical fght techniques. • Choreograph and perform staged fghts.
THEA 177 Introduction to Theatre of Hawai’i (3)
An exploration of theatrical performances and plays showcasing the people, places and history of Hawai’i. (3 hours lecture) Recommended Preparation: THEA 101 DH The student learning outcomes are: • Describe the historical, religious and cultural content of theatre in Hawai’i. • Analyze the dramatic and cultural content of local, original Hawaiian plays using artifacts from original performances. • Communicate the themes and body of work of a major local or Hawaiian playwright, director or theatrical company.
THEA 200B Beginning Theatre Practicum: (Acting) (1)
Beginning workshop experience in the practical application of theatre skills: (B) acting. THEA 200 is repeatable up to four credits in each alpha. Pre: for 200B, audition and performance of role in a THEA 260 production or similar performance deemed appropriate by instructor. (3 hours laboratory) Corequisite: THEA 260
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