Communication Studies
COMM 391 - Directing Theatre Exploration of the art and craft of directing for the theatre. Topics covered: storytelling, instincts, staging, picturization, dramatic tension, style, meaning, examining, text, groundplans, auditioning, working with actors and other relevant issues facing the director. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Note(s): Attendance at selected plays is required. Fee: $50. Credit(s): 3. COMM 405 - Dramatic Theory Survey of prominent dramatic theories (e.g. Aristotle’s Poetics, dramatic theory of story structure, contemporary theatre theory, etc.). Elements of dramaturgy will also be introduced. Credit(s): 3. COMM 409 - Production Practicum II Advanced practical experience in dramatic process. Credit for performing in a play, set construction, costume construction, publicity, or other aspects of theatrical process. Note(s): May be taken twice for a total of 4 credits. Credit(s): 2. COMM 419 - Dramatic Design and Criticism Scene design, including script analysis, formation of visual concepts, floor plan development and model building for the stage. Practical training in theatrical production written critiques/reviews. Credit(s): 3. COMM 432 - Rhetorical Theories Major theories of rhetorical and public address from classical to contemporary periods. Prerequisite(s): 254. Credit(s): 3. COMM 435 - Playwriting for Performance Creation of original material for solo or corporate dramatic performance. Workshop for the presentation of created original materials for stage. Credit(s): 3. COMM 440 - Communication Internship For students prepared to gain practical experience. Usually off campus in a work situation. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Note(s): Contact Communication Studies Office to pick up contract and receive instructions. May be taken for a total of 6 credits. Credit(s): 1 - 3. COMM 450 - Communication Practicum Directed practical experience in the various fields of communication. Note(s): An Add/Drop Slip and Arranged Course Form must be obtained at the Communication Studies Office. May be taken for a total of six credits. Credit(s): 1 - 3. COMM 451 - Leadership Practicum II Directed practical experience in leadership communication for students involved in Residence Life, Spiritual Life, Student Orientation Service, Associated Student Government, the Student Missionary Union, and Commuter Life. Cannot substitute for General Education requirement. Note(s): Cannot be counted toward the major. Credit(s): 1 - 3. COMM 463 - Advanced Acting Workshop Further in-depth study of characterization, script analysis, and various styles of acting. Topics may vary. Prerequisite(s): 263; Concurrent registration in COMM 363. Credit(s): 3.
COMM 465 - Rhetorical Criticism Evaluation and assessment of communication sources and artifacts. Application of critical methodologies (e.g., pentadic, narrative, feminist, metaphoric, generic) to generate scholarly commentary. Prerequisite(s): 254. Fee: $50. Credit(s): 3. COMM 468 - Drama for Christian Ministry Introduction to the mechanics and creativity of drama in the church, as well as issues facing the Christian drama coordinator or director. Class members are involved in class performances. This course explores the potential and practical experiences for use of drama in church and parachurch settings, providing insights for participants and leaders in drama ministry. Credit(s): 3. COMM 469 - Rhetoric of Media Studies Rhetorical criticism and evaluation of communicative messages in film, television, theatre, popular music, the popular press/ books, and Internet. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Credit(s): 3. COMM 470 - Communication Seminar Various aspects and problems in the fields of communication. Note(s): May be repeated with different course content. Credit(s): 1 - 3. COMM 472 - Intercultural Communication Relationship between communication and culture with emphasis on factors affecting the quality and processes of interpersonal communication between persons of different cultures or subcultures. Cross-listed: INCS 420. Credit(s): 3. COMM 473 - Communication and Diversity Study and analysis of intercultural communication and identity within the context of the United States. Cross-listed: INCS 421. Fee: $50. Credit(s): 3. COMM 474 - Advanced Studies in Communication Behavior Selected communication topics varied by semester. Sections offered include: gender studies, relational studies, family communication, leadership communication, and engaging worldviews. Note(s): May be repeated with different course content. Credit(s): 3. COMM 477 - London Theatre Study Tour Theatre-based tour of London, England, exploring Shakespeare’s birthplace, theatrical venues, and acting workshops. Note(s): Tour requires purchase of tour package to London, England and additional fees for Biola University credit. Project required for submission following return from London. Credit(s): 1 - 3. COMM 480 - Directed Research Individual research in areas of communication determined in consultation with the instructor. Note(s): An Add/Drop Slip and Arranged Course Form must be obtained at the Communication Studies Office. May be taken for a total of three credits. Credit(s): 1 - 3.
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