1977-1978 Academic Catalog

112 Cedarville College setting; organization and operation of production crews; theories and methods of costuming productions are stressed. 241 Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation 5 hours The effective reading and interpretation of prose and poetry with expression is the goal of the oral interpretation course. The student studies the theories of several authors in the area and has a chance to practice applying the theories to specific literary works. 243 Principles of Aeling 3 hours Study in the principle theories and methods of acting is balanced with practice of stage movement and voice. Principles of physical and emotional response on stage are taught along with the characteristics of various dramatic genres. 320 Intercollegiate Debate 2 hours Participation in intercollegiate tournaments at the novice level using the current debate propositions, will give the student a chance to apply his theory and ability to actual competitive debating. One of the oldest of the educational curricula, the course stresses the ethical theories of debate and attempts to allow the student to become involved in national issues as well. The course is repeatable to a total of six credit hours. 322 Persuasive Theory and Interpersonal Communication 5 hours Methods of applying contemporary communication theories on attitude, involve– ment, and change, are combined with classical positions on the principles and methods of persuasive communications. Attention is given to the study, analysis, and delivery of persuasive speeches in a free society. The student is given background in the rhetorical criticism of logical, emotional and ethical proofs. Interpersonal com– munications problems, methods, and theories are dealt with. 323 Organizational Communication 3 hours A study of the usage of communication for the organizational structure including parliamentary procedure, problem solving, discussion, and committee structures for the person potentially involved in either private or corporate organizations. The course will include theory and practice iri both inter- and intra-organizational com– munication. 330 Advanced Broadcast Clinic 2 hours An advanced workshop in radio - see SP 230. Repeatable to a total of six hours. Prerequisite: 130 and 230 (Credit/No Credit) · 333 Broadcast Sales 3 hours Research principles are applied to sales. The sales structure of broadcasting including the role of: salesmen, sales management, sales promotion, sales and as related to other areas of station operation is examined. Prerequisite: 231. 334 Broadcast Law 3 hours Systems of legal development and present legal requirements imposed upon the media are studied from a historical perspective. Commercial and non-commercial stations will be included in the discussion. 343 Principles of Play Directing 4 hours A study of methods used in the direction of dramatic presentations with some practice included. Prerequisite: SP 141 352 Homiletics 5 hours Practice of the skills necessary to the preparation and delivery of sermons of the topical, textual and expository modes is gained along with a study of the theory involved. Students gain practical experience in speaking situations. Prerequisite: 2 hrs. or permission of instructor. 360 Teaching Speech 2 hours To be taken by majors seeking certification in speech, the course involves discus– sion of methods directly related to the speech discipline. The course is supplemental to ED 300.