1978-1979 Academic Catalog

1 Cedarville College 123 Voice and Diction - W 3 hours Special training in voice usage for speaking is balanced with an emphasis upon the correc– tion of deviate voice qualities and imperfect enunciation. 130 lnlroduclion to Broadcasting - A 3 hours An overview of the background, principles and techniques of broadcasting. Provides an in– troduction to the beginning, growth and regulation of broadcasting. The structure of broad– casting, current criticism of the media, and the use of broadcasting by Christians are also discussed. Broadcasting majors must take the course concurrently with Audio Control Tech– niques. 131 Audio Control Techniques - A 2 hours Instruction and training are offered in the operation of all types of electronic equipment used in broadcasting. Emphasis is upon radio with some TV. The course is open to non– majors. Broadcast majors must take the course concurrently with Introduction to Broadcast– ing. Credit/no credit 132 Broadcast Announcing- W 4 hours This course examines all types of announcing and applies each to use in both radio and television programs. Emphasis is on the use of the voice as a tool for communication of ideas on a one-to-one basis. Prerequisite: Sp 123 133 Program Production - Sp 3 hours The roles of director and sound engineer are emphasized in this course, which is designed to introduce the student to the techniques of working with the other members of a production staff while developing various types of programs for broadcast. Prerequisite: Sp 131. 140 Private Speech -A. W, Sp 1 or 2 hours Private Speech is designed to give instruction which will help the student develop and im– prove his ability in speaking. This study will give the student opportunity to perfect oral interpretation, for recital, public per1ormance or competition in the fields of Speech. This course may be elected by those wishing to correct speech defects by developing new speech patterns. Problems to be considered include: faulty articulation, stuttering, breathy voice, strident voice, irregularities arising from a cleft palate, and other speech-related prob– lems. By permission of instructor only. 141 Introduction to Dramatic: Ari -A 3 hours The course involves a study of the history and development of the theatre; dramatic litera– ture from a production point of view; stagecraft, acting, and directing. 210 Advanced Public Speaking - W 5 hours Built on the premise that words are an essential part of thinking, relating, and influencing, this course encourages investigation and practice of how words and ideas work in public communication situations. The variables of speaker, message, and audience are considered for purposes of the major and non-major. 212 Argumentation and Debate-A 4 hours A study of principles and practices of debate, the course includes an overview of typical questions used in intercollegiate debate as well as the theory involved in logical preparation and refutation of a case. 223 Group Discussion - W 3 hours Group interaction and principles of directing effective groups are studied in an attempt to develop individual understandings of group processes. The different aims of discussion situa– tions are emphasized. 224 lnterpernonal Communication - Sp 3 hours The course centers on the nature and function of interpersonal communication as it oper– ates within casual encounters, families, organizations and institutions. Implications for per– sonal, social and professional growth will be considered.