Maricopa Community Colleges  THP211AB   19886-19955 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/10/86
THP211AB 19886-19955 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Creative Drama: Storytelling/ Puppets
Theory and practice in acquiring storytelling skills and learning innovative program applications. Emphasis on use of puppets to enhance storytelling skills. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
THP211AB   19886-19955 Creative Drama: Storytelling/ Puppets
1. Identify sources of stories, record the stories, and demonstrate storytelling techniques. (I)
2. Create puppets from various sources and demonstrate the ability to use basic puppetry manipulation skills in storytelling. (II)
3. Create puppet improvisations from various sources, record the improvisations, and incorporate characterization and dramatic plot into the improvisations. (III)
4. Prepare, present, and evaluate lesson plans that incorporate storytelling and puppetry appropriate for designated skills and age level. (IV)
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THP211AB   19886-19955 Creative Drama: Storytelling/ Puppets
    I. Storytelling Techniques
        A. Sources of stories
          1. Literature
          2. Current events
          3. Visual arts
          4. Music
          5. Personal experiences
        B. Recording of stories in journal
        C. Techniques for storytelling
          1. Verbal
          2. Non-verbal
          3. Group dynamics
      II. Puppetry Techniques
          A. Creating puppets from various sources
            1. Found objects
            2. Socks
            3. Styrofoam
          B. Preparation of puppets
            1. Selecting story or subject matter
            2. Practicing basic puppetry manipulation skills
          C. Presentation of puppets
            1. Manipulation
            2. Voice
          D. Evaluation
            1. Appropriateness of puppets to the age of designated group
            2. Appropriateness of puppets to subject matter
            3. Puppetry manipulation
            4. Vocal techniques
        III. Puppet Development
            A. Sources
              1. Stories
              2. Poems
              3. Plays
            B. Preparing improvisations
              1. Selecting of story or subject matter
              2. Development of the puppet
              3. Memorization
              4. Improvisation
            C. Recording improvisation in journal
            D. Presentation
              1. Voice
              2. Action
              3. Puppet manipulation
          IV. Lesson Plan Development
              A. Preparation
                1. Select improvisation, story, topic, and puppets
                2. Designate appropriate age
                3. Identify language skills and social skills applications
              B. Presentation
                1. Dialogue
                2. Puppetry manipulation skills
                3. Voice
                4. Action
              C. Evaluation
                1. Appropriate age and skills
                  a. Self
                  b. Group
                2. Unity of puppets
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