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Improvisation I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Improv is an indispensable asset for the actor, a great tool for development and self-discovery, and FUN! In this class, we will explore the fundamental improv skills of paying close attention and reacting honestly, the essential ingredients of compelling scene work. It's not about thinking fast or being funny! This class is open to everyone, from actors who want to upgrade their technical toolkit to people with no performance experience who want to try something a little challenging (but FUN!) in a super-supportive environment.
Course Description
Survey of the evolution of fashion change, traced through garment development from ancient times to present day. A study of customs and silhouettes of each historical period and their modern day adaptations. Integrated with credit FSHD-1311.
Special Education Paraeducator
Course Description
This class is recommended for educational aides/paraprofessionals to become familiar working with special education students. This course covers Special Education topics such as IDEA, FAPE, IEP, physically impaired students, crisis intervention and LRE. Assessments are performance-based and take place throughout the course. Sack lunch requested.
Writing 2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
In this course, students will learn to use standard English grammar in writing paragraphs and compositions. Students work on developing effective simple, compound and complex sentences and using them in their writing. Students are exposed to the modes of argument, process, comparison contrast and classification. This is the first course in a series designed to prepare ESOL student to handle the writing tasks they will encounter in college-credit level courses and the workplace. Students will also complete lab projects enforcing these concepts. Integrated with credit ESOL-0372.To register for Writing 2 (COMX 4072) you must (1) have a passing grade of C or higher in Writing 1 (COMX 4071) or placement into Writing 2 (COMX 4072) on the ESOL assessment test and (2) be co-enrolled in Grammar 2 (COMX 4096) this semester or have a passing grade of C or higher in Grammar 2 (COMX 4096) or placement into Grammar 3 (COMX 4097) or higher on the ESOL assessment test.
Course Description
Provides general preparation for instructional aides by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Day 1 covers Working Together Successfully; Day 2 covers Learning Styles and Instructional Process; and Day 3 covers Reading, Writing, and Math. Assessments are performance-based and take place throughout the course. Successful participants may earn a Paraeducator Statement of Completion for employment. Sack Lunch requested. STUDENTS MUST ATTEND ALL THREE DAYS, must meet qualifications, complete class independently, and pass all the requirements. Students who are not "highly qualified" will earn a Professional Development Statement of Completion.
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Program Area: Health Sciences
Course Description
An overview of causes and consequences of substance related and addictive disorders, the major drug classifications and the counselor's code of ethics. Integrated with college credit DAAC-1319.
Beginning Ballet
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with ballet. This is a ballet technique class. Integrated with credit DANC-1241. For questions regarding dance classes, please contact Catherine Solaas csolaas@austincc.edu.
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