COURSE OVERVIEW SPEECH AND THEATER
ARTS
This course provides students the
theory and practice of speech
communication in order to develop
proficiency in various interpersonal
speaking situations such as private
and public speaking. Also, it will
enable the students to develop their
acting skills with emphasis on the
development of voice, articulation,
and pronunciation in theater
production.
COURSE INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, you should be
able to:
CILO 1.Apply knowledge of principles, concepts and
skills learned in speech preparation.
CILO 2.Acquire confidence by following the general
methods and specific techniques in public speech
delivery.
CILO 3. Recognize public speaking as a relevant
linguistic activity in the society.
CILO 4.Apply their understanding of verbal and
non-verbal communication strategies to speech and
theater arts.
Teaching and Learning
Plan
Modules / Units / Topics
1.SPEECH ARTS -AN OVERVIEW
• Concepts of speech and communication
• Levels and Context of communication
• Modes of communication
• Elements of Communication process
• Review on Speech sounds, Suprasegmentals as Tools
for Speech and Theater- Stress, Pitch, Volume,
Enunciation
• Public speaking
Teaching/Learning Activities
• Lecture discussion and review on the process, levels, and
modes of communication . [S]
• Drills and exercises on speech sounds and effective voice
elements (use of contrast drills, tongue twisters, rhyming songs,
vocal exercises, etc.)[A]
• Role playing on simple simulations with focus on changes in
stress, pitch, volume, enunciation, and other voice elements
(i.e.acting like a grandparent with low volume, and flexible small
voice, delivering the valedictory speech) [S]
• Slogan making about public speaking as a relevant linguistic
activity in society [A]
Teaching and Learning
Plan
Modules / Units / Topics
2.CREATIVE SPEECH PRODUCTIONS
• Types of Speech delivery; Impromptu, Extemporaneous,
Memorized and Manuscript
• Speeches for special occasions, Oral Interpretation
• Storytelling
• Interpretative
• Reading
• Declamation
• Monologue
Teaching/Learning Activities
• Pairing discussions on the procedure and application of
the creative speeches [A]
• Sample video viewing of speech productions[ A]
• Various speech productions with proper verbal and
non-verbal communication strategies [A]
• Class discussion on the role of speech activities to
enhancement of skills in English. [S]
Teaching and Learning
Plan
Modules / Units / Topics
3.THEATER ARTS- AN OVERVIEW
• The History and Elements of Drama
• Types of Drama: Tragedy, Comedy, Problem Play,
Farce, Comedy of Manners, Fantasy, Melodrama
• Role of Drama and Theater
• Theater as an Art, Socializing activity and a way of
learning
• Creative Drama
• Role Playing
Teaching/Learning Activities
• Lecture discussion on the overview, history and role of
Theater arts.[S]
• Biography reading of famous theater artists and sharing
of students’ analysis. [A]
• Reflective students’ activities
• about theater as an art.[ A]
Teaching and Learning
Plan
Modules / Units / Topics
4.THEATER PRODUCTION
• The Theatrical Process
• Script writing
• Theater Play Production
Teaching/Learning Activities
• Lecture discussion on the theatrical process and scrip
writing [S]
• Video presentation of theater play samples [A]
• Brainstorming session activity; group planning and
presentation [A]
• Stage Play presentation [S]
ANCILLIARIES
A. Instructional methods
• Video conferencing, Readings, Writing reflections,
Discussion forums, Brainstorming sessions and
group activity, Feedbacking, Viewing
,Independent/Guided Learning and practice
B. Technological requirements
• Laptop/smart phones with Google classroom and
Zoom applications, useful applications
C.Course requirements
• Reflections, Essays, Assignments and Quizzes,
creative drama performances and original scripts
portfolio. Shall preferably attend meetings in Google
meet or video calls.
ANCILLIARIES
D.Language of submission
• English
E. Academic Integrity
• Everyone shall avoid cheating or reduplication of
work. All work shall include proper citations
whenever necessary.
F. Grading System
• Quizzes - 20%
• Oral Participation & Public Speaking Activities - 25%
• Creative Drama & Theater Performances - 25%
• Major Examination - 30%
• ____________________
100%
ANCILLIARIES
G.Percentage of passing -75%
H. Submission policies
• Do the online tasks promptly.
• Make sure to submit all requirements on time.
• Submit files in PDF format.
