Bulletin 2007-2008 - Austin College

COMMUNICATION STUDIES464 Teaching/Learning ParticipationAn individualized study that includes sharingin the instructional process for a particular mediacourse under the supervision of the facultymember teaching the course. Open only tocertain highly qualified juniors and seniors byinvitation. (Additional details given in the sectionon Other Learning Opportunities.)490, 491 Independent StudyPrerequisite: two courses in media studies andjunior standing.492 Independent StudyOff-Campus/NSOCSPEECH ANDSOCIAL INTERACTIONStudents emphasizing Speech andSocial Interaction are required to takeSPCH 222 and one course in individualizedstudy (ISOC, directed or independentstudy).112 Public SpeakingAn introduction to the principles of effectivepublic speaking. Students will learn to structurespeeches in effective and ethical ways, topresent speeches in various contexts and forvarious purposes, and to think critically aboutspeeches presented by others in society. (Eachfall and spring)221 Voice and DictionA study of the vocal mechanism, performanceof standard English pronunciation, and thedevelopment of vocal flexibility. (Taught invarious terms)222 Interpersonal CommunicationAn introduction to theories about the varioustaken-for-granted ways of communicating inthe complex and diverse contexts in which welearn, work, and build relationships. Studentswill study and apply communication principlesinvolving language, nonverbal communication,and culture as they relate to their own lives.(Normally taught each fall and spring)250 Topics in CommunicationAn investigation of selected topics and issuesin communication. May be repeated whentopic varies.260 Intermediate Directed Study(Variable course credit)352 Organizational CommunicationAn introduction to a theoretical and practicalunderstanding of the unique forms and functionsof communication in organizations. Studentswill examine various communicationissues such as organizational structure, problemsolving, technology, diversity, and organizationalculture as they relate to different typesof organizations in society today. Prerequisite:Speech 222 or permission of instructor.450 Advanced Topics in CommunicationAn investigation of selected topics and issuesin communication. Admission to course bypermission of instructor. May be repeatedwhen topic varies.455 Intercultural CommunicationAn exploration of theoretical understandings ofintercultural, intergender, and inter generationalcommunication. Students will closely examinetheories of intercultural phenomena, applyconcepts to communication encounters, andanalyze actual intercultural interaction byconducting their own research. Prerequisite:Speech 222 or permission of instructor.460 Advanced Directed Study(Variable course credit)Prerequisite: two courses in speech.464 Teaching/Learning ParticipationAn individualized study that includes sharingin the instructional process for a particularspeech course under the supervision of the facultymember teaching the course. Open only tocertain highly qualified juniors and seniors byinvitation. (Additional details given in the sectionon Other Learning Opportunities.)490, 491 Independent StudyPrerequisite: two courses in speech and juniorstanding.492 Independent StudyOff-Campus/NSOCTHEATREStudents emphasizing theatre are requiredto take THEA 142, 143, 221, and 493.111 Theatre Arts IntroductionA study of the elements of theatre: dramaticstructure, play writing, acting conventions,scenic design, and production techniques.(Each fall and spring (Spring 2008)98 |COURSES OF INSTRUCTION