Maricopa Community Colleges  THP211AC   19886-19955 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/10/86
THP211AC 19886-19955 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Creative Drama: Script Development
Examination of dramatic literature structure. Practice in creating and adapting dramatic materials from a variety of sources. Emphasis on script development. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
THP211AC   19886-19955 Creative Drama: Script Development
1. Define dramatic structure and demonstate the ability to apply the structural elements to non-dramatic sources of performance. (I)
2. Assume the role of a group leader, making use of group dynamic controls, questioning strategies, and side-coaching techniques. (II)
3. Identify sources of human and integrated drama and describe techniquesthat can be used to teach subjects other than drama/theatre. (III)
4. Prepare, present, and evaluate lesson plans using human and integrateddrama. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
THP211AC   19886-19955 Creative Drama: Script Development
    I. Dramatic Structure
        A. Vocabulary
        B. Analysis
        C. Creating improvisations from various literature sources
          1. Poems
          2. Stories
          3. Plays
        D. Preparing improvisations
          1. Selection
          2. Characterization
          3. Dramatic plot
        E. Presentation
          1. Action
          2. Dialogue
          3. Identifiable dramatic plot
      II. Group Leader Development
          A. Group dynamic controls
          B. Heathcote questioning strategy
          C. Side-coaching techniques
        III. Human and Integrated Drama Development
            A. Sources
              1. Newspapers
              2. Life experiences
              3. Imagination
              4. Plays
              5. Curriculum subject matter
            B. Designate appropriate age and skill level for selected sources
            C. Select creative drama activities
          IV. Lesson Plan Development
              A. Preparation
                1. Select topics, themes, subject matter
                2. Designate appropriate age and skill level
              B. Presentation
                1. Dialogue
                2. Dramatic plot
                3. Action
                4. Characterization
              C. Evaluation
                1. Appropriate age and skill level
                  a. Self
                  b. Group
                2. Group evaluation of unity
                  a. Theme
                  b. Topic
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