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Purpose: It is the intention of this Administrative Master Syllabus to provide a general description of the course, outline the
required elements of the course and to lay the foundation for course assessment for the improvement of student learning, as
specified by the faculty of Wharton County Junior College, regardless of who teaches the course, the timeframe by which it
is instructed, or the instructional method by which the course is delivered. It is not intended to restrict the manner by which
an individual faculty member teaches the course but to be an administrative tool to aid in the improvement of instruction.
Course Title:
Course Prefix & Number:
Division & Department:
Course Type
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not WCJC Core)
Academic WCJC Core Course
WECM Course
This course is a Special Topics or Unique Needs Course.
Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours: Lab/Other Hours _____:_____:_____
Equated Pay Hours:_____
Catalog Course Description:
Pre-Requisites:
Co-Requisites:
Signature Date
Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
List Lab/
Other Hours
Lab Hours
Clinical Hours
Practicum Hours
Other (List)
Acting I
DRAM 1351
Communications & Fine Arts: Visual & Performing Arts
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3
3
An introduction to the fundamental principles and tools of acting as used in
auditions, rehearsals, and performances. This may include ensemble performing,
character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This exploration will
emphasize the development of the actor's instrument: voice, body, and
imagination.
TSI satisfied in Reading, Writing, and Math or Consent of Instructor
Patrick Ralls
Digitally signed by Patrick Ralls
DN: cn=Patrick Ralls, o, ou=Speech Department,
email=rallsp@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2016.09.09 09:38:05 -05'00'
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Patrick Ralls
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DN: cn=Patrick Ralls, o, ou=Speech Department,
email=rallsp@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2016.08.01 09:51:23 -05'00'
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Leigh Ann Collins
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DN: cn=Leigh Ann Collins, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Vice President of Instruction, email=lacollins@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2016.10.21 18:11:04 -05'00'
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Tracy Emmons
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DN: cn=Tracy Emmons, o=WCJC, ou=Instructional
Assessment, email=emmonst@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2016.10.24 12:21:13 -05'00'
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I. Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include
information regarding lab, practicum, clinical, or other non-lecture instruction).
Relaxation and concentration, Play, Subtext, Tactics and Strategies, Script Analysis,
Exposition, Suspense, Acting, Improvisation, Audition Basics.
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II. Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful
completion of this course, students will:
Methods of Assessment:
1. Analyze scripts from the viewpoint of the
actor.
2. Analyze, develop, and perform a
character.
3. Demonstrate effective and safe use of
the voice and body.
4. Define and discuss terms and concepts
using the vocabulary of theater.
5. Perform at an appropriately skilled level
in ensemble building exercises, scene and
final projects, which may include
participation in plays.
Group Work
Group Presentations
Performances
Quizzes and Exams
In class participation and exercises
Journals
Research papers
Play evaluations
Essay questions
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III. Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
IV. Suggested course maximum: ________
V. List
any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach
the course.
VI. Co
urse Requirements/Grading SystemDescri
be any course specific requirements such as
research papers or reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
VII. Curriculum Checklist
Acad
emic General Education Course (from ACGM-but not in WCJC core)
No additional documentation needed.
Academic WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms.
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Pers
onal Responsibility
WECM Course
If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist.
The Actor in You by Robert Beneddetti. Current edition.
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Large classroom with open performance space.
Expository scene @ 12.5%;
Expository monologue @ 12.5 %;
Climactic scene @ 12.5%;
Climactic monologue @ 12.5 %;
Weekly journals @ 20%;
Daily work and participation @ 15%
Final monologue @ 15%
A = 90-100;
B = 80-89;
C = 70-79;
D = 60-69;
F = 59 and below