Kansas State University

Theatre Program Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes

Thtre Courses

An understanding and appreciation of the diverse areas of theatre that include the following:

Thtre 664

Creative Dynamics

Thtre 665

Drama Therapy w/ Special Populations

Thtre 666

Stage Management

Thtre 673

Theatre for Conflict Resolution

Thtre 674

Drama Therapy with Adolescents

Thtre 675

Drama Therapy with Older Adults

Thtre 710

Practicum in Theatre

Thtre 711

Topics in Technical Theatre

Thtre 712

Thtre 760

Principles of Drama Therapy

Thtre 761

Advanced Acting

Knowledge of the various means (acting, directing, designing, constructing. playwriting, etc.) through which a theatrical concept is realized;

X XX    XX  X

Knowledge of plays that are representative of the development of theatre and drama;

           

Knowledge of theatre history, including its cultural context and its modes of production;

           
Knowledge of research sources and methods;           

A competency in a chosen specialization and/or general proficiency in a broad based background in Theatre Arts.

 XX XXXXXXXXX

The ability to critically examine the dramatic structure and the dramatic logic of plays.

 X  X   XX  X

The cultivation of the following viewpoints:

Development of professional discipline

 X X XXX XX XXX X
Development of a collaborative attitude X XXXXX  XX X
Development of artistic standards and judgment X X XX X XXXXXX
Development of respect for the art form as it contributes to an understanding of human diversity XX XX XX  XXX
The ability to function safely and effectively using contemporary theatre technology  X    X   
The ability to respond as a critically informed member of the theatre audienceX X     X  X
An appreciation of how the knowledge and skills learned in the discipline of theatre can transfer to life skillsXXXXXX   XX