Group Interpretation of Literature
Communication Studies 3860
Instructor:
Dr. Kelly S. Taylor
Office:
245 Terrill Hall
Course Description
The purpose of this course is to help the student understand and
enjoy literature, increase performing and directing skills,
learn the various phases of production, and sharpen critical
skills through group performance of literature. COM 3860
provides opportunities to participate in performances as
adaptor/director, performer, and critic.
Required Text
Coursepack -- Available at University Bookstore
Methods of Evaluation
| Mid Term Exam |
20% |
| Final Exam |
25% |
| Performance I |
10% |
| Performance II |
15% |
| Director's Notebook I |
15% |
| Director's Notebook II |
15% |
Makeup Work
Any classwork missed should be turned in immediately following
the student's return to class. There is a 2 point per weekday
penalty for lateness -- regardless of the student's excuse.
Missed performances cannot be made up.
Attendance
You will be dropped from the class roll after three unexcused
absences. Excused absences require a note from the Dean of
Students or UNT Health Center.
Academic Integrity
All students are expected to conform to the University's code of
conduct. Students who cheat or plagiarize will fail the
assignment concerned, will be turned in to the University's
Judicial Committee, and may receive a failing grade for the
course.
Access Policy
All effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations to
students with disabilities. Students wishing to self-identify
should register on the third floor of the Student Union by the
third day of the semester.
Grading Scale
100-93 = A
92-85 = B
84-77 = C
76-69 = D
69 and below = F
Notes
- Directors may request both class members and people outside the class to perform in their scenes. When a director comes to you with a request, remember the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you!
- Directors may not appear in their own productions except in cases of emergency.
- No alcohol, firearms, or live animals may be used in performances.
- All scenes should be prepared to a level acceptable for public performance. "Workshop" or "walk-through" scenes are not acceptable. The director and performers share equal responsibility for well-rehearsed, fully finished scenes.
- All scene preparation is expected to be done outside of normal class meeting time.
- This class requires significant time commitment beyond normal class meeting hours. If you cannot make the time commitment, do not take the class.
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