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Summer Conservatory: Script Analysis (TECH)
Course: THP292AC

First Term: 1988 Fall
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S


Description: Theory and practice in analysis of dramatic literature as preparation for technical production applications.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Read and analyze a play by identifying key elements of dramatic structure. (I)
2. Identify and define qualities and elements of dramatic language. (II)
3. Identify primary and secondary resources used in researching a play`s style and contexts. (III)
4. Prepare a written play analysis as a basis for production design choices. (IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Dramatic Structure
   A. Plot
      1. Major dramatic question
      2. Units of action analysis
   B. Given Circumstances
   C. Dialogue
   D. Theme
II. Dramatic Language
   A. Qualities
   B. Elements
      1. Image
      2. Meter
III. Research Methods
   A. Primary Resources
      1. Written
      2. Visual
      3. Aural
   B. Secondary Resources
      1. Written
      2. Visual
      3. Aural
IV. Play Analysis
   A. Central Image
   B. Style
   C. Contexts
      1. Historical
      2. Social
      3. Cultural
   D. Production Applications
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  5/31/1988

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