26-27 BPS Course Catalog - Flipbook - Page 48
120620 Advanced Debate
This course is designed for debate students who are either participating actively in varsity level interscholastic debate
competition or enjoyed and excelled in beginning Debate. Students work directly with beginning debate students on their
research, case preparation and briefs. Students will also lead class lessons on beginning debate techniques and assist in
modeling debates to the class. Students will coach beginning debate students during preparation and debate rounds.
Students will learn advanced argumentation techniques to enhance their skills.
Prerequisites: B in Debate or a current member of the Debate Team
Grades Taught: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .25
NCAA Approved
110220 Film as Literature
This course introduces students to the vocabulary of film and achievements in cinema in the 20th century. Students
explore the evolution of the cinematic arts from the creation of “moving pictures” to the present. Through study and
screenings of films, students will gain an appreciation of cinematic techniques and aesthetics. Screenings include material
from a variety of countries, and assignments will provide students with a diverse look at the nature of history of film.
Emphasis is placed on some of the most significant directors and genres of this century, with some recent productions
woven in to show the influence of past films. The class focuses on film analysis and provides opportunities for students to
be exposed to film technique. Homework is minimal; attendance is essential. On occasion “R” rated films will be screened;
however, a list of all films to be shown will be available for parents and students.
Prerequisite: None
Grades Taught: 11, 12
Credit: .25
120320 Forensic
This course begins with a clear analysis of public speaking and builds towards expertise in the performance of literature. It
is designed to assist students with performance and presentation in connection with MIFA interpretation and public
address categories. The specific interpretation events include: duo, storytelling, multiple, and prose. Students also work
on building expertise in public speaking with in-depth research and preparation for a sales and informative presentation.
Prerequisite: None
Grades Taught: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .25
130120 Theatre 1: Groves
In Theatre 1, students will achieve a basic understanding of the foundations of theatre. Students will study the
fundamentals of Greek Theatre, blocking, pantomime, publicity, and monologues. The course provides students with
training in voice and body based on dramatic pieces of literature. Students are encouraged to view one live theatrical
production during this term.
Prerequisite: None
Grades Taught: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .25
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