Undergraduate Comm. & Theatre Arts-Rock Coun
Undergraduate Comm. & Theatre Arts-Rock Coun
2024 Spring Term
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INTRODUCTION TO INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
CTA 101
A course aimed at Introducing communication theory, increasing the student's awareness of communication with others in one-on-one situations, and improving personal communication skills. Topics studied include perception, listening, nonverbal communication, language, and conflict management.
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING
CTA 103
Study of the principles & techniques of effective speaking & listening in a variety of selected communication experiences.
INTRODUCTION TO FILM
CTA 150
Study of the history and development of film as a distinctive medium of communication, an art form and an industry. Students will be introduced to a wide range of theoretical perspectives that have been applied to film in academic settings: these will include but are not limited to such concepts as narrative, genre, 'mise en scene', and star image.
INTRODUCTION TO PODCASTING
CTA 160
Interested in storytelling? How about podcasts? This course is an introduction to the creation and implementation of podcasting and general broadcast media. From the early stages of creating a brand and cultivating programming ideas, to the technical aspects of using studio equipment and editing, and finally to the presentation of fully-produced podcasts to the world, students will demonstrate their ability to create a podcast in 21st-century broadcasting.
POPULAR CULTURE IN THE MEDIA
CTA 218
An intro to the analysis and interpretation of Popular Culture as an academic discipline. The class will examine forms of advertisement and entertainment including print and TV ads, films, television, music, and music videos.