Jun 30, 2024  
University Catalog 2018-2019 
    
University Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Television, Film and Theatre (Graduate)

Classified graduate standing is required for admission to all 5000-level courses

  
  • TVFT 5111 - Immersion: Film/TV Practicum


    (3)
    Co-requisite: TVFT 5110 This required practicum will expose the student to current production workflows, including digital pre-production, camera skills, lighting, sound recording, digital file management, sound stage safety and procedures, editing, sound editing, and distribution mechanisms.  This course will also provide an orientation to available resources and support in the college and LA area. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5113 - Development: Theatre


    (3)
    Course will focus on the different stages once a play has been written: play submission, inquiry letters, workshop, festivals & production process, commissions, contracts, publication, and agents. 
     

  
  • TVFT 5115 - Dramatic Structure II: Film/TV


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TVFT 5105 Dramatic Structure I: Theatre Analysis of film and television script structures with special attention to character, scene, and story.

  
  • TVFT 5120 - Playwriting: One Act


    (3)
    Planning, preparing, and writing manuscripts for stage; emphasis on handling play structure, characterization, dialogue, play formatting and process dramaturgy.

  
  • TVFT 5121 - TV Spec: Sitcom


    (3)
    Introduce students to the half-hour TV format with special attention to structure, scene, character, and story in writing a Spec Sitcom Script.

  
  • TVFT 5123 - Development: Television


    (3)
    The television development process for writers.

  
  • TVFT 5133 - Development: Film


    (3)
    The feature script development process for writers, directors, and producers.

  
  • TVFT 5141 - Movement I: Contemporary Dance


    (2)
    Introduction to contemporary dance with a focus on alignment, flexibility, strength, the fundamentals of dance vocabulary and the connection between movement, thought and emotion. May be repeated up to 6 units. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5142 - Movement II


    (2)
    Pre-requisites TVFT 5141 This course will be an intensive immersion into only one of the following codified movement techniques for performers: Lecoq, Grotowski, Alexander, Developmental or Commedia Dell Arte Yoga/Martial Arts. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5143 - Movement III


    (2)
    Pre-requisites TVFT 5141 and TVFT 5142.  This course will be an intensive immersion into only one of the following codified movement techniques for performers: Lecoq, Grotowski, Alexander, Developmental or Commedia Dell Arte Yoga/Martial Arts. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5151 - Voice I


    (2)
    Voice training for the performer; connecting sounds and language to thoughts and feelings via movement. Through Linklater Technique and Roy Hart, students discover the power of the human voice. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5152 - Voice for Performers II


    (2)
    Prerequisite: TVFT 5151 Voice training for the performer.  This course is a continuation of the understanding and use of the performers voice exploring the techniques of Fitzmaurice Voicework® to achieve relaxation, increase vocal power, variety and expressiveness. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5161 - Acting Studio I


    (2)
    Fundamentals of acting for naturalistic performance, the history of actor training and the current theatrical community of Los Angeles. Students present contemporary dramatic scenes and monologues.  Activity 6 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5162 - Acting Studio II


    (2)
    Prerequisite: TVFT 5161 Acting Studio I. Deeper understanding and application of fundamental acting techniques: objectives, actions/tactics, substitution, personalization, physical and vocal commitment, and application to contemporary comedic scenes and monologues. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5170 - Theatrical Producing and Management


    (3)
    An overview of the theatre from non-profit to commercial; including venues and types, everyday vocabulary used by the professionals, the players, the basic business and creative structures, budgeting and scheduling for the theatrical endeavor.

  
  • TVFT 5172 - Producing for Film/TV


    (3)
    This course will prepare the student with an in-depth knowledge of the full range of professional facilities, staffs, and resources and their integration in the production process.  The class will further serve to prepare the graduate student with the technological and organizational skills necessary to mount the final culmination thesis projects required for completion of the MFA degree. 

  
  • TVFT 5180 - Visual Concepts in Theatrical Design


    (3)
    Survey of visual concepts of design disciplines for theatrical performance.  Includes discussion of scenic, costume, and lighting design among others.  Emphasis on director-to-designer communication/collaboration and basic understanding of design techniques. Seminar 2 hours, Activity 2 hours

  
  • TVFT 5190 - Directing: Stage


    (3)
    A practical course on play directing, script analysis, blocking, auditions, casting, design concepts, scheduling and conducting rehearsals, communication techniques for artistic collaboration, and presentation of scene work. Seminar 1 hour, activity 4 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5200 - Directing: Approaches and Practices


    (3)
    Critical examination of major theoretical as well as practical approaches to directing theatre, film, and television. Examination of the work of major theatre and film directors.

  
  • TVFT 5202 - Surviving the Industry


    (2)
    Students in all cohorts learn to successfully navigate and survive the ins and outs of working in the film, television and theatre industries.

  
  • TVFT 5211 - TV Spec: Sitcom


    (3)
    Introduce students to the half-hour TV format with special attention to structure, scene, character, and story in writing a Spec Sitcom Script.

  
  • TVFT 5221 - Film Writing: Short


    (3)
    Prerequisite(s): TVFT 5105, TVFT 5115, TVFT 5120, TVFT 5121 Graduate level introduction to dramatic theory and technique in storytelling for a fiction short screenplay.  Writing workshops serve in the development of idea, synopsis, characters, treatment and step outline culminating in an original fictional short screenplay. 

  
  • TVFT 5222 - TV Spec: Drama


    (3)
    Introduce students to the hour-long TV format with special attention to structure, scene, character, and story in writing a Spec Drama Script.

  
  • TVFT 5225 - Writer’s Workshop: Playwriting


    (3)
    This course will focus on the development of an original full-length play, either realistic, non-realistic, documentary or dramatization of fiction. 

  
  • TVFT 5226 - Writer’s Workshop: Pilot


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TVFT 5121 and TVFT 5222 Students will develop an original TV Pilot, developing character bios, pitches, beat sheet, and outline that will culminate in an original television sitcom or drama.

  
  • TVFT 5227 - Writer’s Workshop: Feature


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TVFT 5105, 5115, 5121 Application of story and character development for a feature-length story and the completion of its screenplay (90 to 120 pages).  Not repeatable.

  
  • TVFT 5244 - Stage Combat


    (2)
    Prerequisites: TVFT 5141, 5142, 5143, 5151, and 5152 Stage combat techniques, including non-contact and contact, incorporated into dramatic structure and intention. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5253 - Voice III


    (2)
    Prerequisite: TVFT 5152 Voice II Speech and Dialects for the performer. This course is will continue to expand the performer’s voice by introducing International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), General American pronunciation and skills of speech and building a framework for stage dialects/ accents acquisition. This course utilizes the Knight-Thompson Speechwork® and other speech techniques to expand awareness and practice of articulation and application to dialect learning.  Activity 6 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5263 - Acting Studio III


    (2)
    Prerequisite: TVFT 5162. Continued development, honing and application of acting techniques in on-going investigation of personalization in monologue and scene work. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5264 - Acting for the Stage


    (3)
    Prerequisite:  TVFT 5162. A practical application of acting techniques in a simulated professional working environment  designed to give the student the skills required to act in the professional theatre.

  
  • TVFT 5265 - Acting for the Camera


    (3)
    A practical application of film acting techniques in a simulated professional working environment designed to give students the skills required to act and work with actors in the professional television and motion picture industries.

  
  • TVFT 5280 - Cinematography/Lighting


    (3)
    Explores the visual art of cinematography and lighting. Activity 6 hours

     

  
  • TVFT 5281 - Sound Recording/Design


    (3)
    How sound functions in film and television. Students will use microphones and recording devices to capture the sound for these mediums and develop concepts for sound and the editing process. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5282 - Editing/Graphics/Effects


    (3)
    Instruction and application of digital post-production technologies and workflows. Lecture 2 hours, activity 2 hours.

  
  • TVFT 5290 - Directing: Film/TV


    (3)
    This course focuses on the aesthetic, practical concerns, operational process, human and technological needs of professional single camera film/video production and multiple camera television. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5295 - Motion Picture Production


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TVFT 5290 Prepares students to work in the collaborative environment of the professional filmmaker and through the phases of preproduction, production and postproduction. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5300 - Performance Activity


    (2)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent required. Detailed work as a performer on a major production with rehearsal and performance requirements in addition to activity hours. Enrollment required for performance participation. May be repeated to maximum of 10 units.

  
  • TVFT 5364 - Acting Studio IV


    (2)
    Prerequisite: TVFT 5263. Continued development, honing and application of acting techniques applied to professional preparation for auditions, interviews and professional presentations. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5366 - Acting: Classical


    (2)
    Prerequisites:  TVFT 5143, 5253, 5263.  Principles and techniques of classical acting.  Grounding in textual analysis through initial exposure to classical texts in performance.  Additional performance hours required. Activity 6 hours

  
  • TVFT 5400 - Strategies and Safety in Grip and Electric Operations


    (3)
    The course explores effective strategies for the proper, safe and creative operations for television and motion picture applications of industry professional grip and lighting equipment.

  
  • TVFT 5410 - Seminar: Theories of Acting


    (3)
    Major theories of acting from Diderot to the present including a range of physical to psychological and representational to presentational approaches to acting. 

  
  • TVFT 5420 - Viewpoints


    (2)
    Pre-Requisites: TVFT 5141, 5142, 5143, 5151, 5152, 5161, 5162, 5253, 5263. An introduction to the improvisational process of Viewpoints, a physically-based process for the performer to interact with the essential elements of performance: Space, Time, Shape, Motion (kinesthetic), Emotion and Story. Activity 6 hours.
     

  
  • TVFT 5450 - Scene Writing Lab


    (1)
    The course will explore the art of writing scenes. Students will engage the study of scene through the practice, the critical screenings of films and theatrical scenes, staged scene clinics, and dramatic enactments.

  
  • TVFT 5480 - Characters and Dialogue


    (3)
    Study and practice of character development and dialogue for film and television.

  
  • TVFT 5500 - TVFT Seminar


    (1)
    Film, Television, and Theatre Seminar that supports student work on their project and project report.  May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.

  
  • TVFT 5520 - Genre Writing


    (3)
    Focus on the history, structure, and development of a selected genre of narrative screenwriting including, but not limited to, Romantic Comedy, Comedy, Action, Thriller, and Horror.

  
  • TVFT 5530 - Pitching Workshop


    (2)
    Developing and maintaining the skills of pitching film ideas to agents, managers, producers, directors, and other industry representatives.

  
  • TVFT 5540 - Selected Topics


    (3)
    Intensive study of selected topics in the Master of Fine Arts: Television, Film and Theatre. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units

  
  • TVFT 5590 - Entertainment Industry Practices

    (also listed as COMS 5590)
    (3)
    This course acquaints the student with the structure in the television, film and theatre Industries as well as the positions and responsibilities of those involved in development and production.

  
  • TVFT 5700 - Seminar: Experimental Performance


    (3)
    Readings, research and practical assignments on the major theorists and artists of the 19th and 20th Century whose work defied conventional norms and structures, and influenced contemporary performance artists.

  
  • TVFT 5740 - Theories in Performance


    (3)
    Theoretical approaches to, and critiques of, identity, meaning, representation and power as these emerge in and affect theatre and dance studies. Includes study of primary and secondary sources in dance and theatre.

  
  • TVFT 5810 - Entertainment Arts Internship


    (1-2)
    Practical work in professional film, television and theatre settings under supervision of professionals in internships; not available to non-program students. Includes career counseling, resume workshops, practice interviewing and networking. 200 internship hours are required. 100 hours per unit, to be completed across one or two semesters.

  
  • TVFT 5970 - Graduate Research


    (3)
    Independent, individual research under guidance of the faculty.

  
  • TVFT 5980 - Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Independent study of advanced topics in the field (performance, production, dramatic writing); regular conferences with sponsor. May be repeated to maximum of 4 units.

  
  • TVFT 5990 - Culmination Project


    (3)
    Culminating project is required of all students in the Television, Film and Theatre MFA program. Students must choose to produce a theatre, mufti-cam studio television or film style production.


Theatre Arts (Undergraduate)

All 4000-level courses in Theatre Arts (TA) may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser: TA 4990.

  
  • TA 1301 - Stagecraft Support Lab


    (1)
    Lab supports TA 1310 Stagecraft: Scenery and Props.  Participation in production and/or technical areas of Scenery and/or Props as assigned.  May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units

  
  • TA 1302 - Lighting Support Lab


    (1)
    Lab supports TA 1320 Introduction to Theatrical Lighting.  Participation in production and/or technical areas of Lighting and Electrics as assigned.  May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.

  
  • TA 1303 - Costume Support Lab


    (1)
    Lab supports TA 1330 Introduction to Costumes. Participation in production and/or technical areas of Costumes and Wardrobe as assigned. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.

  
  • TA 1304 - Audio Support Lab


    (1)
    Lab supports TA 1340 Introduction to Audio. Participation in production and/or technical areas of Audio and Sound as assigned. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.

  
  • TA 1340 - Introduction to Sound


    (2)
    Co-requisite: TA 1304. Technical theatre practices developed in lectures, demonstrations, and workshop experience; principles of audio, live performance sound technology including playback and mixing, principles of recording and computer editing. Additional hours required.

  
  • TA 1620 - History of Styles


    (3)
    Survey of the major decorative styles from Ancient Egypt to the present.  Emphasis placed on history of architecture, costume, and interior décor in relation to theatrical design

  
  • TA 2330 - Theatrical Makeup


    (2)
    Makeup for stage and camera. Individual skill in character analysis, basic tecniques in application: character, corrective, age, special effects, hair and fantasy makeup.

  
  • TA 2430 - Vocal Techniques for the Stage


    (3)
    Prerequisite: TA 1420 and one semester dance technique (Performance option), 2 semesters dance technique (Dance option) or instructor consent.  Voice training for the performer; connecting sounds and language to thoughts and feelings via movement. Through Linklater Technique and Roy Hart, students discover the power of the human voice.

  
  • TA 4300 - Drafting for the Theatre


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TA 1310 and TA 1320. Theatrical drafting techniques and CAD software using Vectorworks. Additional hours required.

  
  • TA 4370 - Introduction to 3D Printing


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TA 1310 or instructor consent. Theory and practice of basic principles of 3D printing for theatrical use; basics of FDM manufacturing; sourcing and creating 3D models; creation and realization of original work.  Additional hours required.

  
  • TA 4430 - The Art of Comedy


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of Blocks A and B4, an additional course from Block B, and at least one course each from Blocks C and D. Class looks at the techniques and approaches that make people laugh on stage, and in television/film. From simple joke telling to live and filmed comedy.

  
  • TA 4440 - Acting for Camera


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TA 1420, 3410 or instructor consent.  Prepares students for the particular demands of acting in front of the camera and the transition from stage to cameras. Techniques of blocking, text analysis, cold-reading, vocabulary and camera shots.

  
  • TA 4762 - Community-Based Theatre


    (3)
    Prerequisite:  Upper-Division standing or graduate student. The study and practice of community-based theatre for engaging diverse communities. 

  
  • TA 4810 - Devised Theatre


    (3)
    Pre-requisites: Senior standing and instructor consent.  This course focuses on creating original theatrical work based on non-traditional material via collective collaboration and integration of text, movement, sound and design.


Theatre Arts (Graduate)

All 4000-level courses in Theatre Arts (TA) may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser: TA 4990.
Classified graduate standing is required for admission to all 5000-level courses.

  
  • TA 4761 - Playwriting: Adaptation


    (3)
    Prerequisite:  TA 4760 or graduate standing.  This course focuses on the art of theatrical adaptation of books, stories and music. 

  
  • TA 5950 - Field Work/Internship


    (1-3)
    Independent supervised field experience in drama therapy internships with individuals, groups, and families. May be repeated to maximum of 16 units.

  
  • TA 5970 - Graduate Studies


    Prerequisites: Instructor consent to act as sponsor and approval of Associate Dean. Independent research under guidance of faculty member. Acceptable final written report required. May be repeated for credit with approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Graded CR/NC

  
  • TA 5995 - Project


    (1)
    Independent research resulting in a  project. May be repeated to maximum of 4 units. Graded CR/NC.


University Courses (Undergraduate)

NOTE: Courses that are designated University (UNIV) frequently are interdisciplinary in nature. Some are limited to certain categories of students. Cooperative Education (UNIV 2980, 3980, and 4980) and CPEL (UNIV 2950) courses appear in this catalog under the title UNIV, but appear in the Schedule of Classes with the course abbreviations used by the various departments, divisions and schools that offer them.

  
  • UNIV 0540 - Special Topics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with topic. Topics of Special interest to wide university audience as announced in schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. No Credit toward baccalaureate. Topics of special interest to wide university audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. No credit toward baccalaureate.

  
  • UNIV 0600 - Study Group


    (1)
    Corequisite: Associated course. Lecture methods and study skills development including reading comprehension, critical analysis of course content, time and task management, note taking, and test preparation. Lecture methods and study skills development including reading comprehension, critical analysis of course content, time and task management, notetaking, and test preparation.

  
  • UNIV 1010 - Introduction to Higher Education


    (3)
    Orientation to thinking strategies applicable to lifelong problem solving in academic, social, and personal life. Introduces critical thinking, information literacy, university resources, and academic planning for student success. Includes a Civic Learning and/or Community Engagement Experience. Graded ABC-/NC.

    GE IHE; E
  
  • UNIV 1540 - Special Topics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with topic. Topics of Special interest to wide university audience as announced in schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. Topics of special interest to wide university audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes.

  
  • UNIV 2540 - Special Topics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with specific topic. Topics of special interest as announced in schedule of classes. Grades CR/NC. Topics of special interest as announced in Schedule of Classes. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 2950 - Credit for Prior Experiential Learning


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite:At least 30 semester units in residence but not more than 111 total units completed. Approval for registration must be obtained through University Undergraduate Studies office. Preparation of materials and portfolios documenting prior college-level learning acquired in nonacademic settings. Upon successful completion, 1-3 resident units will be awarded. In addition, 1-6 units for nongraded, nonresident credit may be awarded for prior learning. These units may be upper or lower division and may apply toward the major with major department approval.

  
  • UNIV 2980 - Preparation for Cooperative Education


    (2)
    Prerequisite: Techniques of relating major to internship (work experience) through discipline-based research; documentation of transferable skills through resumes, interviews, and other reporting techniques appropriate to academic concentration; designed to enhance internship performance. Graded CR/NC. Techniques of relating major to internship (work experience) through discipline-based research; documentation of transferable skills through resumes, interviews, and other reporting techniques appropriate to academic concentration; designed to enhance internship performance. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 3010 - Transition to CAL STATE LA for Undeclared Majors


    (2)
    Prerequisite: Exploration of Skills and resources designed to help transfer students attain degree objectives. This course is specially designed for undergraduate transfer students who have not yet declared major and meets university requirements for an Introduction to Higher Education course for transfer students. Graded ABC-/NC, NIS account required. Exploration of skills and resources designed to help transfer students attain degree objectives. This course is especially designed for undergraduate transfer students who have not yet declared a major and meets University requirements for an Introduction to Higher Education course for transfer students. Graded ABC/NC, NIS account required.

  
  • UNIV 3540 - Special Topics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with Topic. Topics of special interest to wide University audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. Topics of special interest to wide university audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes.

  
  • UNIV 3980 - Cooperative Education


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Course appropriate to the work experience; approval by major department Cooperative Education Coordinator. Integration of work experience with academic program, individually planned through coordinator. Minimum of 10 hours per week required for each unit. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units; Combined units of UNIV 3980 and UNIV 3990 may not exceed 6. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 3990 - Cooperative Education Honors


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: UNIV 2980 and the prerequisites for UNIV 3980; eligibility to participate in university or departmental honors program. Integration of Work experience with academic program, individually planned through coordinator. Minimum of 10 hours per week required for each unit. May be repeated to maximum of 12 units; combined units of UNIV 3980 and UNIV 3990 may not exceed 12. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 4000 - Writing Proficiency Examination


    (0)
    Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of A3 or ENGL 2030. See Upper Division Writing Requirements in the Undergraduate Studies: General Information Chapter.

  
  • UNIV 4010 - Writing Proficiency


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of A3. Development of a writing portfolio required to satisfy Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR)/WPE. Instruction to assist student in achieving satisfactory levels of writing performance. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 4540 - Special Topics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with topic. Topics of special interest to wide university audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. Topics of special interest to wide university audience as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as topic changes.

  
  • UNIV 4910 - Peer Mentoring and Collaborative Learning


    (3)
    Pre-Requisite: Permission of instructor and department chair. Students connect readings on disciplinary thinking and learning with peer-mentoring service in an introductory course. Includes host-course attendance, written reflection, and seminar meetings.  May be repeated once for credit.

  
  • UNIV 4980 - Advanced Cooperative Education


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Completion of senior level courses appropriate to experience; Cooperative Education coordinator. Participation in work experience integrated with academic program; assignments arranged individually in advance through coordinator. Minimum of 10 hours per week required for each unit. Students in departments with graduate Cooperative Education programs may apply maximum of 4 units toward graduate degree program. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 4990 - Undergraduate Directed Studies


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Consent of an instructor to act as sponsor. See adviser for information.


University Courses (Graduate)

  
  • UNIV 5960 - Graduate Studies


    See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Master’s Degree   section of this chapter.

  
  • UNIV 5970 - Graduate Studies


    (0)
    Prerequisites: Instructor consent to act as sponsor and approval of Associate Dean. Independent research under guidance of faculty member. Acceptable final written report required. May be repeated for credit with approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • UNIV 5990 - Thesis


    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy, formal approval of topic by advisory committee. Independent study resulting in a thesis or project. Oral examination on thesis required. Open to Interdisciplinary Studies Master’s students only.

  
  • UNIV 9000 - Graduate Studies


    (0)
    Prerequisite: Open only to graduate students who have been advanced to candidacy and have completed all coursework (including all allowable research units) but need additional time to complete their thesis, project or dissertation. Approval of committee chair required. The course allows graduate student to maintain continuous enrollment, use University facilities and consult with faculty while completing their culminating project.


Urban Analysis (Undergraduate)

  
  • URBA 1800 - The Urban World


    (3)
    Worldwide issues relating to the physical, technological, economic, political, historical, sociological and environmental characteristics of urban areas.

    GE D

Urban Learning (Undergraduate)

  
  • ULRN 2120 - Contemporary Issues in Knowledge, Culture and Learning


    (3)
    Theoretical approaches to understanding the construction of knowledge in and through culture. Contemporary Issues and problems in a diverse learning community.

  
  • ULRN 3000 - College Success and Urban Teacher Preparation in the Urban Learning Program


    (2)
    Strategies for college success and readiness for urban teacher preparation; in the Urban Learning Program; fieldwork and observation in the public schools.  ABC/NC; NIS Acct. Required

  
  • ULRN 4110 - Learning and Critical Thinking


    (3)
    Perspectives and practices to integrate inquiry, problem-solving, critical thinking, metacognition, and self-regulation into urban learning settings emphasizing multiple perspectives and different points of view.

  
  • ULRN 4120 - Contemporary Issues in Knowledge, Culture and Learning


    (3)
    Theoretical approaches to understanding the construction of knowledge in and through culture. Contemporary issues and problems in a diverse learning community. 

  
  • ULRN 4130 - Literacy and the Urban Community


    (3)
    Prerequisite: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance or California Child Development permit. Basic concepts of emerging literacy in the urban community: family literacy, language acquisition, phonemic awareness and techniques for integrating early reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Field site application through communitybased experiences and service learning. Lecture 2 hours, activity 2 hours.

 

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