READ 5230  Advanced Storytelling (3 credits) — An in-depth study of specific, advanced techniques of storytelling in both delivery and use. Includes an analysis of nationally known tellers and current issues in storytelling.

EDFN 5950  Methods of Research (3 credits) — This course includes the study of research as an approach to problem solving, methods of conducting qualitative and quantitative research, research designs, statistics used in experimental and descriptive research, principles of research interpretation, and the effective communication of research results. The course includes the preparation of a research prospectus or action research plan.

Elective Classes

READ 5200  Contemporary Issues in Storytelling (1-3 credits) — This course addresses current issues and developments in the discipline of storytelling. Subjects range from artistic and practical aspects of performance to specialized uses of storytelling in the professions. The focus is on advanced performance techniques, technological advances and/or uses of storytelling in various venues such as education, business, health occupations, etc.

READ 5830  Storytelling Institutes (1-2 credits) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor . This course is designed to develop and refine the student's ability as a storyteller.

READ 5840  Story Dramatization (3 credits) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor . This course provides an introduction to creative drama techniques for the classroom, the library, or in storytelling performance.

READ 5850  Story Performance (1-3 credits) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor . This course is designed to prepare the student to perform as a storyteller. Emphasis will be placed on voice, movement, non-verbal behaviors, dialect and linguistic factors, appearance, and posture. May be repeated for a maximum of (up to) three semester hours of credit.

READ 5860  Story Research and Creation (1-3 credits) —  Prerequisite : Permission of instructor. This course will research story motifs and culminate in the creation of original stories. May be repeated for a maximum of (up to) three semester hours of credit.

READ 5870  Multicultural Storytelling (1-3 credits) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor. This course provides an overview of multicultural storytelling and an examination of the research of the impact of specific cultures on the storytelling medium. May be repeated for a maximum of (up to) three semester hours of credit.

READ 5880  Storytelling Research and Writing (1 credit) —  Prerequisite : Permission of instructor . This course provides students with experiences in the creation of a storytelling journal. The seven-step process for journal completion will be studied.

READ 5900  Independent Study (1-6 credits)

READ 5960  Thesis (3-6 credits) — Prerequisite : Permission of the major advisor . A major research project conducted and reported in approved research style.

READ 5961 Capstone Project (3 credits)— Prerequisite: permission of advisor. A major creative, research-, or service-based piece of work. Flexible format that can combine written work with performance and audio- or videotape documentation.

READ 5990  Readings and Research (1-3 credits) — Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student's advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U).

*READ 5817 Practical Applications of Storytelling: National Storytelling Festival Experience (1 credit) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor. This course provides the student with training in planning, directing, and administering a storytelling festival. Festival activities introduce the student to various telling styles and content.

*READ 5827  Storytelling Resource Evaluation (1-6 credit) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor. This course is designed to prepare the student to expertly evaluate storytelling resources May be repeated (fall and spring semester).

*READ 5957  Special Topics in Storytelling     (1-6 credits) — Prerequisite : Dependent on subject matter . Selected topics of current interest in reading. Offered upon sufficient demand for specific subject matter. May be repeated for different topics. Consultation with the instructor is recommended before enrollment.

*Note: Course numbers ending in “7” (i.e. READ 4147/5147 or READ 4957/5957) are classes available to undergraduate and graduate students at the same time. These courses may only make up a maximum of 30% of a graduate student's total program of study.

Undergraduate Courses

READ 4146  Storytelling and Literacy   (3 credits) — Study of storytelling and narrative as essential modes of expression, communication, and learning. The course focuses on developing oral delivery skills and applying storytelling to stimulate imagination and create lifelong learners.

READ 4147  Basic Storytelling (3 credits) — Study of and practice in storytelling. Use of storytelling in various settings including classrooms, libraries, churches, and homes and as public events.

READ 4817 Practical Applications of Storytelling: National Storytelling Festival Experience (1 credit) — Prerequisite : Permission of instructor. This course provides the student with training in planning, directing, and administering a storytelling festival. Festival activities introduce the student to various telling styles and content.

READ 4900  Independent Study (1-6 credits)

READ 4957  Special Topics in Storytelling     (1-6 credits) — Prerequisite : Dependent on subject matter . Selected topics of current interest in reading. Offered upon sufficient demand for specific subject matter. May be repeated for different topics. Consultation with the instructor is recommended before enrollment.