1982-1983 Academic Catalog

voice and action in oral interpretation of prose and poetry. Stu– dents gain extensive training in public speaking as an art. 81-123 Voice and Diction - W 3 hours Special training in voice usage for speaking is balanced with an emphasis upon the correction of deviate voice qualities and im– perfect enunciation. 81-130 Introduction to Broadcasting-A 3 hours An overview of the background, principles, and techniques of broadcasting, the study provides an introduction to the beginning, growth and regulation of broadcasting. The structure of broad– casting, current criticism of the media, and the use of broadcast– ing by Christians are also discussed. Broadcasting majors must take the course concurrently with Audio Control Techniques. 81-131 Audio Control Techniques -A 2 hours Instruction and training are offered in the operation of elec– tronic equipment used in broadcasting. Emphasis is upon radio, with some television. The course is open to nonmajors. Broadcast majors must take the course concurrently with 81-130 Introduc– tion to Broadcasting. (Credit/No Credit). 81-132 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. 81-133 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 tech– niques of working with the other members of a production staff while developing various types of programs for broadcast. Pre– requisite: 81-131 Audio Control Techniques. 81-134 Sportscasting - W 2 hours The study of methods of sportscasting coupled with practice which concentrates on coverage ofmajor sports including basket– ball, football, and baseball. Interviewing techniques and news formats for sportscasting will also be covered. Open to all stu- dents. (Credit/No Credit). (Alternate, even years) 81-1~0 Private Speech-A, W, Sp 1or2 hours Pnvate speech is designed to give instruction which will help the stu~ent develop and improv~ his ability in speaking. This study gives the student opportumty to perfect oral interpretation 123 for recital, public performance, or competition in the fields of speech. This course may be elected by those wishing to correct speech defects by developing new spee~h patterns. Problems to be con– sidered include: faulty articulation, stuttering, breathy voice, strident voice, irregularities arising from a cleft palate, and other speech-related problems. By permission of instructor only. (Credit/No Credit) Up to six total hours. 81-141 Introduction to Dramatic Art-A 3 hours The course involves study of the history and development of theater: dramatic literature is considered as a reflection of man and culture during various periods, dealing with philosophy, reli– gion, and socio-political thought. A brief look at acting skills is also offered. 81-200 Persuasive Theory- W 5 hours Methods of applying contemporary cc'llmunication theories on attitudes, involvement, and change are combined with classical positions on the principles and methods of persuasive communi– cations. Attention is given to the study, analysis, and delivery of persuasive speeches in a free society. The student is given back– ground in the rhetorical criticism of logical, emotional, and ethi– cal proof~. Interpersonal communications problems, methods, and theones are considered. 81-205 Philosophy of Communication 3 hours . Th~ epistemo!ogy of communi?~ti.on is the focus of a study of h1stoncal rhetoncal theory and cnt1c1sm. The course is designed as a foundational theory course in the study of speech. 81-210 Advanced Public Speaking- W 5 hours B~ilt on the premise.that words are an essential part of thinking, relatmg, .and mfluencmg, this course encourages investigation and practice of how words and ideas work in public communica– tion situ~tions. The variables of speaker, message, and audience are considered for purposes of the major and non-major. 81-212 Argumentation and Debate-A 4 hours A study of principles and practices of debate, the course in– cludes an overview of typical questions used in intercollegiate de– ba~e as well as the themy involved in logical preparation and refu– tat10n of a case. 81-222 Resem·ch in Communications -A 4 hours Forms and methodology for research writing in communication