Catalog of Abilene Christian College, 1940-1941 Page: 75
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COURSES OF INSTRUCTION
355.-Problems of Acting.
An advanced study in dramatic interpretation and characterization
with emphasis on voice, pantomime, and make-up. Projection
of well defined and effective characterization stressed.
358.-Junior Oral Interpretation.
An intensive study of the technique of platform reading of poetry,
drama, dramatic monologue, short story, dialect. A formal recital
is required.
357.-Radio Speaking.
A study of radio speaking as a medium for voice improvement
with emphasis on elimination of functional speech defects (such
as nasality, articulatory inadequacies, etc.) and the improving of
diction. The writing and speaking of radio continuity. Microphone
usage and opportunity for regular broadcasting offered.
381.-Advanced Oral Interpretation.
An advanced course in the interpretation of classic, modern, and
contemporary literature; reading from memory and from manuscript;
program building for special occasions and various audiences.
Formal recital or lecture as advised by instructor. (Formerly
356).
386.-The Teaching of Speech.
Emphasis upon the teaching of the fundamentals of speech, including
consideration of the nature, function, and scope of the
speech program, the evaluation of text-books, the conduct of
extra-curricular speech activities. Offered in alternate years.
391.-History of Oratory.
A study of the outstanding speakers and speeches in the history
of the world, with historic background of the speeches. Offered
in alternate years.
395.-History of the Theater.
The world theater; the history through periods of great dramatic
productions; plays produced and methods of producing them in
the college and school theater. Offered in alternate years.
For private work in Speech, see Speech under Department of
Fine Arts.75
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