AI 208 - Storytelling: Oral Tradition

Institution:

DePaul University

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Description:

Everyday we use stories to communicate. This course provides students with an overview of the art and practice of storytelling. Throughout the learning experience, students are encouraged to nurture their voices as writers and storytellers. Students will create and adapt tales focusing on both personal experience and traditional folklore. Storytelling is an oral art form. Students will learn by actively participating in storytelling and critique of story performance. The creative experience in this course will enable students to further their skills in: Oral presentation, story construction, performance, artistic critique and analysis. Students will develop and perform stories from at least three distinct areas, including personal experience, folklore, and history. This class will enhance the work of business professionals, teachers, artists and anyone who is interested in how stories communicate ideas. Competencies: BA-1999, A1X, A2X, as, H3E. Faculty: Emily Hooper Lansana

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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