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SKI 202 - Level II Professional Ski Instructors of America preparation
This course prepares students to successfully pass the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) Level II Exam as well as the PSIA Level II Childrens Certificate, for skiing or snowboarding. Components of the course will include skills acquisition and knowledge, but more importantly teaching skills useful for service to both adults and children at PSIA Level II. Course Typically Offered: Every other spring.
Prerequisite(s): Alpine Operations Certificate Students and SKI 120, or permission of Alpine Operations Director.
Credits: 2
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SKI 277 - Topics in Alpine Operations
The study of a specialized topic not offered in the usual curriculum. May be repeated for credit when topic differs. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Credits: 2-4
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SKI 296 - Practicum in Alpine Operations
Designed to offer Alpine Operations students the opportunity to practice newly learned skills under supervision in a field environment as preparation for the internship. Prerequisite(s): SKI 120, SKI 122. As needed. Sophomore Standing. [Students may have a maximum of three SKI 296 opportunities.]
Credits: 1-4
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SKI 297 - Independent Study in Alpine Operations
An opportunity to investigate selected topics or problems related to Alpine Operations under the direction of a division faculty member. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Credits: 1-4
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SKI 396 - Internship in Alpine Operations
This course offers a supervised experience for students in a professional setting which will allow them to apply and further develop their skills as ski instructors, coaches, or professionals within the snowsports industry. Selection and placement is determined cooperatively by the internship coordinator and student. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only
Prerequisite(s): SKI 124 and SKI 125 , and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SOC 101S - Introduction to Sociology
The focus of this multicultural course is to introduce students to the discipline of sociology through the examination of U. S. society. Students explore various aspects of society, examining how individuals, groups, communities and societies act and interact, utilizing macro and micro perspectives. Students are introduced to a wide range of conceptual frameworks and approaches used to examine and understand society. Some of the topics discussed include: the self, socialization, roles and status, culture, cultural diversity, family, social stratification and inequality. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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Special Education |
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SED 100 - Introduction to Special Education
This course introduces students to the field of teaching K-12 inclusive special education. Focuses on history, philosophical approaches, legal foundations, cultural understandings of disability and the rights movements, human development, characteristics of students with disabilities and diverse cultural backgrounds, inclusive practices, and various standards governing the profession. SED 100 meets the General Education requirement as a Cultural Competence “C” course. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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SED 106 - Sign Language
A basic course in American Sign Language, including a core vocabulary of signs, sign syntax, manual alphabet, and idioms. Emphasis on both expressive and receptive skills. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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SED 177 - Topics in Special Education
Study of a special interest topic not already covered by regular course offerings in special education. This course will be offered on a variable schedule, depending upon the needs of the students and the interest of faculty. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1-4
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SED 209 - Practicum in Special Education
This practicum is designed to give special education majors experience in working with students receiving special education services in a public school setting. Working in cooperation with a mentor teacher in the school and with a university faculty member, students will accomplish a variety of instructional and professional growth activities. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): B- or higher in SED 100 and passing scores on Praxis Core or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 210 - Assessment in Special Education
This course provides students with broad basic knowledge of formative and summative assessment practices in special education as they apply to screening, eligibility, progress monitoring, and programming. Hands-on skill development will include curriculum-based measurement as well as administering and interpreting norm-referenced assessments. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): B- or better in SED 100 and pass Praxis Core per State requirements or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 215 - Curriculum, Instruction, and Classroom Management in Special Education
This course provides foundational knowledge for planning, designing, and implementing instructional programming and classroom management practices. Major topics include Individualized Education Program development, evidence-based practices, lesson planning, and classroom management. Requirement for all special education majors. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Passing score on Praxis Core, SED 100 , or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 216 - Universal Design for Learning
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a research-based framework for providing effective academic instruction to all learners, including those with disabilities. This course focuses on the planning, implementation, and assessment of instruction within a UDL framework. Brain-based research pertaining to UDL will be discussed as it relates to academic instruction and content standards. Classroom-based application of UDL will be emphasized. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): B- or higher in SED 100 and passing scores on Praxis Core or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 222 - Understanding Students with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
This course will focus on students that require extensive supports to be successful in school and community settings. Developmental disabilities such as Autism, Intellectual Disability, and Multiple Disabilities will be covered in depth. Course topics will include historical perspectives on developmental disabilities, instructional planning, and school and community supports. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): B- or higher in SED 100 and passing scores on Praxis Core or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 277 - Topics in Special Education
Study of a special interest topic not already covered by regular course offerings in special education. This course will be offered on a variable schedule, depending upon the needs of the students and the interest of faculty. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2-4
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SED 301 - Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction in Special Education
Teacher candidates will acquire knowledge regarding current research on the foundations of literacy instruction (reading, writing, and spelling). Course participants learn how to design and implement systematic and explicit instruction in the five essential areas of reading (i. e., phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension). The course focuses on various assessment approaches, intervention strategies, and data management. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 307 - Mathematics Methods in Special Education
This course teaches special education majors how to provide explicit, systematic instruction in the five Big Ideas of mathematics (i. e., mathematical awareness, mathematical conceptualization, mathematical fluency, mathematical language, and mathematical application). Participants will acquire knowledge regarding the current research base on teaching mathematics. Participants will demonstrate an understanding of how students are identified as needing interventions addressing mathematical skills (from prereferral through special education services). The course will focus on various assessment approaches, intervention strategies, and data management. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 314 - Content Area Literacy Methods in Special Education
This course teaches education majors how to provide evidenced-based literacy instruction within the discipline-specific areas (e. g., literature, mathematics, science, and social studies). Participants will learn how to design instruction to make disciplinary learning more accessible, engaging, and meaningful for all students. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 320 - Transition, Advocacy, and Self-Determination
Students will learn the history and evolution of the field of transition, and develop skills necessary to write student-directed transition plans. Students will also learn how to become advocates for their students as well as develop self-advocacy and self-determination skills in the youth with disabilities with whom they work. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 360 - Teaching Children with Learning and Behavior Problems in the Regular Classroom
This course is appropriate for advanced level elementary education majors. The course is designed to help teachers develop basic skills of individualizing instruction and supporting student behavior. The emphasis is on providing critical teaching and behavior support strategies for teachers who have students with behavior and/or learning difficulties in the general classroom. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 361 - Teaching Students with Disabilities and At-Risk Conditions in the Secondary General Classroom
This course is designed for teachers in general education at the middle/secondary levels. The content includes information, skills, and techniques to help the classroom teacher educate the adolescent student with learning support needs. Specific topics include: general information on special education practice and law; the adolescent with special needs; assistive technology; and the role of the secondary teacher in implementing inclusive programs. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 102 /EDU 103 and recommendation of advisor; Passing score on Praxis Core (Math, Writing, Reading); Completion of Maine DOE’s Criminal History Records Check; GPA 2. 5; Secondary Education major, World Languages Teacher Education major, or Community Health Education major with School Health Concentration. This course can only be taken concurrently with EDU 222 , EDU 223 and SED 361.
Credits: 4
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SED 377 - Topics in Special Education
Study of a special interest topic not already covered by regular course offerings in special education. This course will be offered on a variable schedule, depending upon the needs of the students and the interest of faculty. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2-4
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SED 397 - Independent Study in Special Education
Independent study provides an opportunity for a student to initiate, design and carry out a research project or educational activity under supervision of appropriate staff. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1-4
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SED 409 - Advanced Practicum in Special Education
This advanced practicum is designed to give special education majors additional experience beyond SED 209 in working with students receiving special education services in a public school setting. Working in cooperation with a mentor teacher in the school and with a university faculty member, students will accomplish a variety of instructional and professional growth activities. Requirement for all special education majors. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in Special Education or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 419 - Assistive and Instructional Technology in Special Education
Students will be introduced to a wide variety of assistive and instructional technologies that are typically used in the field of special education. Students will learn how to identify needs, evaluate options, and monitor the effectiveness of technology across a variety of settings. This course is eligible for transfer into the MSEd in Special Education degree program. Permitted students must be approved by their Special Education academic advisor and meet all designated requirements detailed in the course catalog.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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SED 429 - Individualized Positive Behavior Supports
This course provides education majors with a range of knowledge and skills needed to support students with challenging behavior in educational settings. Course topics include collection and use of data to develop positive behavior supports for students. A major focus is on the use of functional behavior assessment to develop individualized behavior support plans. Crisis prevention and management as well as ethical principles of supporting students with challenging behavior are also discussed. This course is eligible for transfer into the MSEd in Special Education degree program. Permitted students must be approved by their Special Education academic advisor and meet all designated requirements detailed in the course catalog. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in education and one of the following: SED 215 , SED 360 , SED 361 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 450 - Special Education Regulations and Practice
This course provides seniors in special education with specific information about the federal and state laws and regulations governing the education of children with disabilities. Particular emphasis is placed on how special education regulations translate to teacher practices in Maine’s public schools. This course is eligible for transfer into the MSEd in Special Education degree program. Permitted students must be approved by their Special Education academic advisor and meet all designated requirements detailed in the course catalog. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in an education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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SED 460 - Student Teaching and Seminar in Special Education
Student teachers participate in a variety of supervised experiences in a school while working with children with mild to moderate disabilities. Working with a special educator, their students, and other school personnel, student teachers expand and refine their knowledge and skills and increase their responsibilities over time. Students participate in a weekly seminar during their student teaching experience. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in Special Education; complete all required professional education courses with a minimum grade of B- or higher; cumulative GPA of 2. 75 or higher; pass Praxis II in Special Education; and completion of 80 of all required coursework.
Credits: 8-16
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SED 477 - Topics in Special Education
Study of a special interest topic not already covered by regular course offerings in special education. This course will be offered on a variable schedule, depending upon the needs of the students and the interest of faculty. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2-4
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TEC 101 - Introduction to Excel VBA
This course will help students obtain practical fluency in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) specifically as it applies to Microsoft Excel. This is an introductory programming course. No previous programming experience is assumed, though basic experience with Excel is expected. This one-credit course is offered in an asynchronous, online format. Course Typically Offered: Offered at least once a year during winter, May, and summer.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2
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TEC 102 - Introduction to SQL
This course will help students obtain practical fluency in SQL (Structured Query Language) used to create, manipulate and retrieve data from relational database management systems. This is an introductory course. No previous programming or database experience is assumed. Course Typically Offered: This one-credit course is offered in an asynchronous, online format .
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2
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TEC 103 - Introduction to Python
This course will introduce students to the Python programming language. Syntactical building blocks covering data storage, data manipulation, control structures, input/output and abstractions will be covered. No previous programming or database experience is assumed. Course Typically Offered: This 2-credit course is offered in an asynchronous, online format winter and summer terms.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2
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TEC 104 - Introduction to R
This course will introduce students to the R programming language. Syntactical building blocks covering data storage, data manipulation, control structures, input/output and abstractions will be covered. No previous programming or database experience is assumed. Course Typically Offered: This 2-credit course is offered in an asynchronous, online format winter and summer terms.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2
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TEC 105 - Data Visualization with Tableau
This course will introduce students to the Tableau data visualization tool. Topics will include connecting to different types of data, data cleaning and preparation, types of visualizations, and adding interactivity. Course Typically Offered: Winter and summer terms.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1
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TEC 106 - Intermediate Excel for Business
This course aims to tackle the most common and practical uses of Excel in business. It is designed for students who have a basic working knowledge of Excel and would like to improve efficiency and expand into Excel’s more complex functions and data management features. Course Typically Offered: Winter and summer terms.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1
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TEC 107 - Data Analysis Using Excel
This is a project-based course in which students will go through several iterations of the data clean-up, data analysis, data summary, and written/oral presentation process using Excel as the main tool. Course Typically Offered: Winter, May/Summer.
Prerequisite(s): TEC 101 or TEC 106 .
Credits: 1
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THE 100A - The Creative Habit: Project 1
An interdisciplinary arts course considering historical, theoretical, and performative issues in the arts through exploration of a specific topic for the semester. Topics vary and can include such things as performance of a work or one written by the class, a series of exhibitions, study of a particular period, exploration of a concept, among many possibilities. This is the gateway course into the Performing Arts degree program, and is normally taken by PA majors in their first semester at UMF. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 115A - Improvisation as Acting Technique
This course introduces the student to the uses of Improvisation for developing acting techniques and methods in character development. The focus will be on developing fundamental improvisational skills through physical, emotional, and imagination exercises in a collaborative environment. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 117A - Contemporary American Theatre
This course examines playwrights, directors, and designers, and explores the complexity of modern times through new plays of the American stage. Contemporary American Theatre considers all aspects of production through design concepts, technical elements, and performance. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 122A - Introduction to Scenic and Lighting Design
This is an intensive survey course exploring the use of lighting and scenic elements in live performance mediums. Using methods, language, theories, and resources developed primarily in traditional live theater, it is the intent of the course to first develop a common language between the collaborative artists that are at the heart of performance design so the intent of the artistic vision can be defined and thus achieved. The course will include lectures, demonstrations, and practical application of ideas, techniques, and methods employed in the traditional collaborative theatrical production process, as well as class discussion about the application of this process to other live performance and collaborative art. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 177 - Topics in Theatre
This course allows for the inclusion of electives in other areas of general theatre interest not covered by other courses.(ie single artist or topic). Specific topics to be covered and course availability are variable. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 202A - Space Lab and Performance
Space Lab and Performance involves active participation in the production process. Students participate as actors or on technical crews during the semester’s theatre productions. Using the script as a central text, students consider all aspects of the production, from design to performance and character study through current social and historical context. Individual work with the director and designers is considered part of the course experience. This 4-credit course may be repeated for an additional 8 credits. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 212A - Play Structure and Analysis
This course will focus on methodologies for study and understanding the play as a literary genre in relationship to theatre. A variety of plays from Greek to the modern era will be read and discussed applying the Aristotelian concept of play analysis. Course Typically Offered: Every other spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 242A - Costume Design
This course provides an overview of the process of designing costumes for the stage. Students will apply the principles of design to clothing through text analysis and collaborative visual effort. The course will also cover sketch presentations and the building process. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 252A - Directing Contemporary Theatre I
An introductory course that focuses on the director’s responsibilities including pre-production activities: script selection and analysis and development of a directors and production concept, auditioning, casting, and development of a rehearsal schedule. Rehearsal duties: character development, blocking/picturization, as well as understanding the relationship between director and the various designers: scenic, lighting, costume, makeup, and sound. Students, in relationship with the THE 215 Improvisation: As Acting Technique, will select, audition and direct a final short scene. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Credits: 4
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THE 260A - Language of Performance
This course challenges students to develop a greater understanding of the “language” of performance by exploring the numerous prisms (e. g. sound, image, space, language, text, etc.) through which performativity is/can be refracted. Does a sound carry meaning? What is the difference between space and place? What does the presence of stillness suggest? What does a piece of clothing reveal about its wearer? How does light shift our perspective? In order to foster a corporeal interrogation of these questions and others, this course will be run as an interactive workshop and seminar in which we will: engage in various forms of play; analyze and critically evaluate our ideas, arguments and points of view; and learn to apply course material to improve our own performance practices. Students have the option of signing up for this course under ART 260A or THE 260A, but may only receive credit for one. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 264A - Art and Social Change
This course challenges us to foster a historical, comparative, and tactile understanding of the relationship between art and social change. How do artists address social issues? Can art transform lives? How can art serve as a force for encouraging ethical dialogue and action within the public sphere? How do we make our ideas and revelations actually matter within our collective place and space? Through lectures, discussions, presentations, and projects we will set about to engage ourselves with the work of contemporary artists who have addressed issues related to the environment, racial and cultural identity, human rights, healthcare, and social justice.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 271A - Making Original Performance
Making Original Performance explores various non-traditional approaches to devising performance such as composition, improvisation, found object/text work, and physical theatre techniques. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Every other year
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 275A - Social & Political Theatre and Film
This course examines the context of turbulent environments and considers how theatre and film can be a powerful force in social and political movement. Plays and films are discussed in historical and current context and how technical aspects of a production can influence an audience beyond the script. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 277 - Topics in Theatre
This course allows for the inclusion of electives in other areas of General theatre interest not covered by other courses (i. e. single artist or topic). Specific topics to be covered and course availability are variable. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 278A - Commedia dell’arte
The study begins with stock characters, masked players and improvisation style of Italy’s’ historic commedia dell’arte and moves into an exploration of both comic and tragic characters to examine how improvisation works as a foundation for character development in performance. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 291A - History of Performance as Experiment
History of Performance as Experiment examines historical moments that inspired radical experimentation within theatre and performance art/live art/performance and traces the impact of these experimentations on contemporary performance movements. Course Typically Offered: Every other year or Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 300A - Creative Arts Management: Project 2
In this course, students will investigate the numerous aesthetic and practical components of arts management from the perspective of independent artists as well as non-profit arts organizations. We will examine differing approaches to duties such as publicity, marketing, grant writing, pitching, etc. from a theoretical standpoint, and then further investigate them through hands-on practice. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 352 - Directing Contemporary Theater II
This course continues with the practices and responsibilities of the director initiated in THE 252A with script selection and analysis, developing a director’s and production concept, auditioning, casting and character development. There will be greater emphasis and study in blocking (composition and movement.) The capstone experience will be script selection, auditioning and directing a one-act production for public performance. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): THE 252A Directing Contemporary Theatre I and permission of the instructor. May be taken twice for credit with instructor’s permission.
Credits: 4
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THE 377 - Special Topics in Theatre
Intensive study of a specific theatre-related topic. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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THE 396 - Performing Arts Internship or Field Work Experience
This course is an internship or field work project that is in an arts related field. The course is intended to be used for students who are already engaged in an arts related degree and who could benefit from exposure to practical problems relating to the student’s academic major. The experience may include work for a social or governmental agency, an individual, a campus arts facility, or for business or industry. Proposals, as well as confirmation from the potential internship supervisor should be developed in consultation with a faculty member and submitted to the department chair prior to registration. Credits will be allowed on the basis of 32 work hours for each credit. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the instructor.
Credits: 1-4
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THE 397 - Independent Study in Theatre
Advanced project in directing, Internship or student’s area of interest initiated by course elements within the curriculum. Course may be repeated, but THE 397 and THE 497 may not exceed 12 credits. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Permissions of the instructor and the Arts Division chairperson.
Credits: 2-4
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THE 400A - The Creative Project: Project 3
The senior capstone, The Creative Project: Project 3 is designed to culminate a student’s work in the Performing Arts major. The Project can be interdisciplinary where students incorporate work learned in a minor in a field outside the Performing Arts major. Although students usually work individually, collaborations are an option. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 300A THE 300A or permission.
Credits: 4
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THE 477 - Topics in Theatre
The study of a specialized topic not offered in the usual curriculum. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2-4
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THE 497 - Independent Study in Theatre
Advanced project in directing or design and execution of projects in costumes, lighting or scenery, depending upon the student’s interest and choice. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and The Arts Division chairperson.
Credits: 2-4
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