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Assessment : 2013 - 2014 : Educational Programs :
Theatre BFA

2 Goals    2 Objectives    2 Indicators    2 Criteria    2 Findings    2 Actions


GOAL: Acting Proficiency

Objective  
Acting/Directing Majors Will Demonstrate Proficiency In Acting/Directing Artistry
The proficiencies demonstrated will include knowledge of character development, use of body and voice, knowledge of script analysis and other areas of expertise related to a particular genre of theater ( as required by the particular production)


Indicator  
Auditions For SHSU Productions Or Outside Internships  
During a juried performance the student will demonstrate proficiency in character development including effective movement, playing objectives, textual clarity, and vocal energy.. A juried performance is one which is sanctioned by the SHSU Theater program either on campus or off campus. The jury consists of SHSU Theater faculty. The student will provide a self assessment as part of the jury process. 
Criterion  
Excellence In 90% Of Juried Performances  
90% of the student performances will be judged by SHSU faculty juries to be demonstrating excellence in all areas stated in the learning objective

Finding  
Acting/Directing Artistry Assessment  
approximately 55% of the students demonstrated the required excellence. 
Actions for Objective:

Action  
Acting/Directing Findings  
The new curriculum should assist in the development of students in these areas.


GOAL: Design Proficiency

Objective  
Design/Tech Majors Will Demonstrate Proficiency In Design/Tech Areas
During a portfolio review Theater students  with a design/tech emphasis will demonstrate proficiency in at least two of the following areas: costumes, lights, scenic design and sound design

Indicator  
Design/Tech Portfolio Review  
Through annual portfolio review, Design/Tech  students must demonstrate a degree of design/tech proficiency in a minimum of two areas specified in the learning objective. Theater faculty assess portfolios and provide feedback in one-on-one meetings with each design/tech students. The student will provide a self assessment as part of the jury process.
Criterion  
85% Design Readiness  
85% of student design/tech portfolios will be assessed as "ready" to allow the student to be considered to design for the SHSU main season productions.
Finding  
Design Readiness Assessment  
Approximately 75% of the design students should excellence in the required areas.
Actions for Objective:

Action  
Design Proficiency Findings  

The new curriculum should assist in the development of students in these areas.



Previous Cycle's "Plan for Continuous Improvement"

We have decided to move forward in 2013-2014 to put the new curriculum and assessment tools in place.
Update on Previous Cycle's "Plan for Continuous Improvement"

New Curriculumn and assessment tools were readied and are in place for 2014-2015
Plan for Continuous Improvement

Through the implementation and continued assessment of the new curriculum in 2014-2015 we will be able to refine problem areas so that students will attain proficiency in their chosen fields. 


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