Playwriting in the Classroom
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Overview
Subject area
EDCE
Catalog Number
8801N
Course Title
Playwriting in the Classroom
Department(s)
Description
This course will introduce students to a variety of classic and contemporary plays by notable authors. Through analysis of these texts, students will deepen their understanding of dramatic structure, setting, conflict, plot, characterization, and theatrical spectacle. Students will be guided through the process of creating an original script and providing constructive criticism of classmates' work as well as strategies for how to bring this work into the 7-12 classroom. Completion of several writing assignments and a unit plan is required.
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3