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New Course Name: Theatre Portfolio Bulletin Description: TH 591 – Theatre Portfolio 2-4 cr., directed project Prerequisite: Completion of at least 20 credits in the Theatre track. Grading: S/U Grading Multi-media projects related to theatrical productions are carried out under the supervision of a faculty member, leading to the development of the professional portfolio in the student’s area of specialization Rationale: Why? Provide graduate students the opportunity to develop a multi-media package aimed at enhancing the marketability of one’s theatrical skills. Required or elective? Required if TH 592 or TH 599 are not selected. Which track? This course is designed solely for graduate students in the Theatre track within the Department of English MA program. Course Outline: As an individually designed project with yet-to-be-specified content and approved via the graduate student’s MA committee ahead of time, TH 591 will provide an opportunity to review previous theatrical work, craft summaries of relevant skills and knowledge, and provide tangible evidence of theatrical proficiencies. The course will involve tailored activities facilitated by the instructor and the creation of a substantial, portable portfolio relevant to the employment-seeking process. Course Objectives: Objectives - At the end of the course, students will be able to present tangible evidence of (a) their knowledge and skills related to theatre, (b) theatrical productions they have been associated with, and (c) unique qualities that improve their chances for employment in the marketplace of theatre. Assignments - Assignments for the course will be consistent with established English Department standards (e.g., length). Though such will depend upon the nature of the individual and their specialization, assignments will include at a minimum a physical professional portfolio subject to peer and instructor interrogation. Evaluation & Assessment - Grades will be assigned and an independent assessment of learning outcomes will be based upon the quality of (a) the physical portfolio and (b) an exit interview with the instructor. Additional assessment will result from an examination of student feedback at the end of the graduate program. Staffing: Current graduate faculty are capable of teaching this course. Equipment and Supplies: No new equipment or supplies are needed to teach this course. Library Holdings: Holdings in the Olson Library and the Rapport Library in the Forest Roberts Theatre are sufficient to service this course. Costs: No additional costs will be associated with this course. Effects on Other Departments: None anticipated. Implementation Date: As warranted upon approval of the track. New Course Name: Internship in Theatre Bulletin Description: TH 592 – Internship in Theatre 1-6 cr., supervised field-work Prerequisite: Completion of at least 20 credits in the Theatre track. Consent of instructor and department head. Grading: S/U Grading Individually designed for graduate students who wish to have an experience working in field of performance or technical theatre. On-site supervisor and instructor of record must be selected prior to enrollment in the course and appropriate internship forms must be completed. Rationale: Why? Provide graduate students the opportunity to develop field-based experiences that put into practice of one’s theatrical skills and knowledge. Required or elective? Required if TH 591 or TH 599 are not selected. Which track? This course is designed solely for graduate students in the Theatre track within the Department of English MA program. Course Outline: As an individually designed work experience with yet-to-be-specified content and approved via the graduate student’s graduate advisor ahead of time, TH 591 will provide an opportunity to apply theatrical work skills in a professional theatre setting. The internship will involve tailored activities facilitated by the on-site supervisor culminating in a substantial analysis and critique at the end of the internship. Course Objectives: Objectives - At the end of the internship, students will be able to demonstrate their ability to apply knowledge and skills related to the MA theatre track in an actual employment situation. Assignments - Assignments for the internship will be consistent with established English Department standards and will depend upon the nature of the individual organization and the student’s specialization. Evaluation & Assessment - Grades will be assigned and an independent assessment of learning outcomes will be based upon feedback from the on-site supervisor and the student using departmental rubrics and protocols. Additional assessment will result from an examination of student feedback at the end of the graduate program. Staffing: Current graduate faculty are capable of facilitating this course. Equipment and Supplies: No new equipment or supplies are needed to teach this course. Library Holdings: Not applicable. Costs: No additional costs will be associated with this course. Effects on Other Departments: None anticipated. Implementation Date: As warranted upon approval of the track. New Course Name: Special Topics in Theatre Bulletin Description: TH 595 - Special Topics in Theatre 2-4 cr., lecture/discussion Prerequisite: Admission to an NMU Graduate Program Grading: A-F Grading Study of a particular topic or problem in an area of theatre. Note: May be repeated if topic differs. Rationale: Why? Provide graduate students the opportunity to take courses that are experimental or timely in nature, or to take advantage of the expertise of a visiting faculty member. Required or elective? Elective. Which track? This course is designed primarily for graduate students in the Theatre track within the Department of English MA program, though it will be open to other graduate students with advisor approval. Course Outline: As a course with yet-to-be-specified content and approved via the Department of Communication & Performance Studies (CAPS) Curriculum Committee ahead of time, TH 595 will provide students with an in-depth examination of material relevant to the study and practice of contemporary theatre. The course will involve reading multiple texts, instructor-facilitated seminar discussions, and participation in substantial research papers and/or applied projects. Course Objectives: Objectives - At the end of the course, students will be able to (a) identify a range of issues that are central to the subject at hand, (b) critically evaluate opposing positions regarding that material, and (c) construct cogent arguments in support of ideas associated with the topic that is being taught. Assignments - Assignments for the course will be consistent with established English Department standards (e.g., length). Though such will depend upon the nature of the individual and their specialization, assignments will include at a minimum (a) an oral presentation subject to peer and instructor interrogation, (b) a written analysis of concepts germane to course content, and (c) a substantial research paper or applied project related to the topic being examined. Evaluation & Assessment - Grades will be assigned and an independent assessment of learning outcomes will be based upon the quality of (a) seminar discussions, (b) formal oral presentations, and (c) written artifacts. Additional assessment will result from an examination of student feedback and capstone project at the end of the graduate program. Staffing: Current graduate faculty are capable of teaching this course. Equipment and Supplies: No new equipment or supplies are needed to teach this course. Library Holdings: Holdings in the Olson Library and the Rapport Library in the Forest Roberts Theatre are sufficient to service this course. Costs: No additional costs will be associated with this course. Effects on Other Departments: None anticipated. Implementation Date: As warranted upon approval of the track. New Course Name: Directed Studies in Theatre Bulletin Description: TH 598 – Directed Studies in Theatre 1-4 cr., directed studies Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and department head. Grading: A-F Grading Independent study under the supervision of a member of the CAPS department. Supervisor and study must be selected prior to enrollment in the course and appropriate directed study forms must be completed. The content of the course does not duplicate existing course content. Rationale: Why? Provide graduate students the opportunity to pursue advanced study relevant to theatrical skills and knowledge that is not available in another formal course. Required or elective? Elective. Which track? This course is designed primarily for graduate students in the Theatre track within the Department of English MA program, though students other graduate programs at NMU may elect to take the course with their advisor’s approval. Course Outline: As an individually designed research experience with yet-to-be-specified content and approved via the supervising faculty member and the student’s graduate advisor ahead of time, TH 598 provides an opportunity to explore in-depth subjects that would not otherwise be available. The directed study will involve a range of reading selected by the instructor culminating in a substantial research paper at the end of the directed study. Course Objectives: Objectives - At the end of the directed study, students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge related to a specific area of investigation in the field of Theatre. Assignments - Assignments for the course will be consistent with established English Department standards (e.g., length). Though such will depend upon the nature of the individual and their specialization, assignments will include at a minimum will consist of a major research paper suitable for publication peer-review. Evaluation & Assessment - Grades will be assigned and an independent assessment of learning outcomes will be based upon written manuscripts submitted by the graduate student. Additional assessment will result from an examination of student portfolios and feedback at the end of the graduate program. Staffing: Current graduate faculty are capable of supervising this course. Equipment and Supplies: No new equipment or supplies are needed to teach this course. Library Holdings: Holdings in the Olson Library and the Rapport Library in the Forest Roberts Theatre are sufficient to service this course. Costs: No additional costs will be associated with this course. Effects on Other Departments: None anticipated. Implementation Date: As warranted upon approval of the track. New Course Name: Thesis Bulletin Description: TH 599 – Thesis 4-6 cr., directed project Prerequisite: Completion of at least 20 credits in the Theatre track. Grading: S/U Grading The student develops a thesis or creative project with the help of a thesis advisor and committee. Appropriate thesis forms must be completed prior to enrollment. The thesis must be approved by the thesis committee and the College of Graduate Studies. The student should consult the CAPS Department and the College of Graduate Studies for specific requirements. Rationale: Why? Provide graduate students the opportunity to engage in an extended research program devoted to a significant question or creative endeavor in the field of Theatre. Required or elective? Required if TH 591 or TH 592 are not selected. Which track? This course is designed solely for graduate students in the Theatre track within the Department of English MA program. Course Outline: As an individually designed project with yet-to-be-specified content and approved via the graduate student’s MA committee ahead of time, TH 599 will provide an opportunity to either (a) explore a significant issue associated with theatre studies by reviewing previous scholarship, crafting literature reviews that summarize existing knowledge, and providing a new analysis of a specific issue or (b) engage in extensive background research so as to craft and rationalize the components of a theatrical production for the stage. The thesis will involve detailed, independent study by the student and the creation of a substantial manuscript. Course Objectives: Objectives - At the end of the thesis project, students will be able to present tangible evidence of (a) their research skills related to performance studies, (b) their composition skills involving an extended scholarly narrative, and (c) their ability to synthesize a range of theatre-related analyses in the production of new scholarship. Assignments - Assignments for the course will be consistent with established English Department standards (e.g., length). Though such will depend upon the nature of the individual and their specialization, assignments will include at a minimum a thesis-length manuscript subject to peer and committee interrogation. Evaluation & Assessment - Grades will be assigned and an independent assessment of learning outcomes will be based upon the quality of (a) the final manuscript and (b) an exit interview with the thesis advisor and committee. Additional assessment will result from an examination of the student portfolio and feedback at the end of the graduate program. Staffing: Current graduate faculty are capable of teaching this course. Equipment and Supplies: No new equipment or supplies are needed to teach this course. Library Holdings: Holdings in the Olson Library and the Rapport Library in the Forest Roberts Theatre are sufficient to service this course. Costs: No additional costs will be associated with this course. Effects on Other Departments: None anticipated. Implementation Date: As warranted upon approval of the track.