• DRA 413: Advanced Stage Combat

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  An extension of the studies of stage combat, this course teaches skills required to perform staged combat for theatrical productions, with a focus on combining industry-standard safety techniques with convincing interpretation. Techniques taught include advanced unarmed combat, rapier and dagger, broadsword, and quarterstaff. Students should be prepared for intense, physically demanding class sessions. Some practice outside of class will be necessary. The course will culminate in a showcase performance open to the public.
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• DRA 415: Film Editing and Post-Production

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  Film directing and post-production are two sides of the same card. Film directing will focus on what happens behind the camera: working with a script and a shooting script, directing actors, storyboarding, working with a DP (Director of Photography), camera operator and producers. It will also focus on budgeting, timelines, deadlines, and the post-production process, including dailies and rough cuts. Students will complete a short film for the semester and enter film festivals.
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• DRA 420: Evolution of Dramatic Form

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  This course is an examination of dramatic presentation from its prehistoric beginnings through the present. Topics will include non-European theatrical traditions, current trends in dramatic entertainment, ethical considerations in the entertainment marketplace, and how communications technology may change dramatic form in the future. Extensive reading, research, and writing will be required.
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• DRA 424: Special Topics

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  Special topics in the field will be taught as interest among the students and availability of faculty allow. Possible topics include theatre history, in-depth student of dramatic texts, in-depth study of dramatic theory, and study abroad related to the dramatic arts. Offered on demand.
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• DRA 425: Senior Production

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  This is a three-semester-hour course designed to provide senior Dramatic Arts majors with the opportunity to present a senior capstone project. This project may include, but is not limited to, directing a play, acting in a major part in a play, writing a play, or designing tech for a play. The student will work under the supervision of a senior member of the faculty. Prerequisite: Senior Status, Dramatic Arts Major. Offered on Demand.
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• EDU 101: Education as Profession

  2.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  This hybrid course has as a major component the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for entry into and progress through the MMC education program. Prime parts of the course consist of learning about the division of education conceptual framework (REPS: Reflective Educators Preparing for Service), learning to use the student/teacher/administrator management system (i.e. LiveText) for completion and submission of assignments, creating the e-portfolio within LiveText, making application to the MMC education program with all the required gateways, preparing for the Praxis exams, writing the program application essay, etc. General topics examined include history and philosophy of education, current learning theories and trends, how public education functions in America, and other ideas and information related to the psychology and practical nature of teaching. Attending one educational meeting (faculty or board) is also a component. Professional dispositions will be assessed. Taking this course does not ensure admittance into the education program. Fee applies.
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• EDU 101H: Education as a Profession - Honors

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  This course is taken concurrently with EDU101. Students qualifying and electing to take this for honors credit are expected to work at a higher level of Bloom�s Taxonomy in all assignments. Additionally the student(s) will work individually or cooperatively (when more than one is in the same section) with the instructor�s oversight to prepare and present to the class at a designated time a report on an in-depth aspect of an issue or theory covered during the course. Professional dispositions will be assessed. Fee applies.
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• EDU 101L: Education as a Profession Lab

  0.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  This skills lab is a co-requisite for Education as a Profession (EDU101). Students enrolled in EDU101 must also enroll in EDU101L if their ACT composite is below 21.
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• EDU 301: Arts in the Curriculum

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  For students majoring in elementary education. A study of the principles and value of creativity and arts-based learning. Practical research-based activities and techniques that promote creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication will be studied and explored. Visual and performing arts, as well as digital media may be included.
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• EDU 307: Integrating Arts Across the Curriculum

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee Southern

  
  For students majoring in church vocations, elementary education, or a related field, this course includes fundamentals of music, major approaches used in teaching music, music reading, singing skills, using simple instruments, and developing and implementing music lesson plans for the elementary grades. Fall evening.
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