Graduate Courses

Critical overview of the major theories of personality.

Learning in, through, and about dance is the focus of this course which investigates contemporary educational theory, curriculum development and assessment approaches basic to the establishment of a teaching method in dance. Focus on understanding dance education in the context of general education learning environments (K-12) in multicultural settings, incorporating the National, State, and New York City Standards in Dance Education; and exploring how dance enhances social and cognitive skills critical to the developing child. Learning through and about dance is the focus of this course.

Enrollment limited to art therapy candidates. Requires eight hours per week in the field. Discussion of art therapy history, theories, and technique. Introduction to clinical skills through class and fieldwork experience.

Students will develop a deeper understanding of music-centered approach to therapy and develop clinical improvisation skills for use in music therapy sessions. Students will learn new musical idioms and styles, how to utilize pre-composed songs and compose music for a variety of clinical populations.

The historical development of theory and research in the field of music therapy will be examined. Students will each develop an individualized theoretical framework for the music therapy techniques and strategies that they have learned in their clinical internship.

A philosophy underlying informal dramatics, materials for conducting improvised dramatic activities in elementary and secondary education and with adults.Laboratory experience is recommended.

Students examine a model Ballet syllaus for ages 5-18 with attnetion to established theory, terminology and methodology. Students will learn the sequence of as well as common teaching and learning faults of the children's syllabus through a daily class as well as a pedagogy seminar. Including survey of the different kinds of accompaniment (live and recorded music, percussion scores, the spoken word). Students select or prepare accompaniment for dance techniques and compositions.

During this course, students examine the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum Level Pre-Primary to Level 5 with attention to established theory, terminology and methodology. Students will learn the sequence, as well as common teaching and learning faults of the program through technique class as well as seminars in pedagogy and dancer health. Includes music studies as related to the needs of class work. Students take the Pre-Primary to Level 3 ABT National Training Curriculum certification examination. Culminating project is an analysis of the Pre-Primary to level 3 National Training Curriculum.

This course provides an overview of the theoretical bases of aphasia therapy. Students explore the practical application of those bases through analysis of specific therapies that address different patterns of aphasia. Students review and discuss Information about credentials, ethical practices, and culturally responsive practices.

This course focuses on developing clinical logic in voice habilitation and rehabilitation and creating a safe environment for change. Through role-play scenarios, students develop insight into therapeutic hypotheses, improve their clinical models, and refine discrimination of gentle phonation. Students practice setup procedures and provide specific feedback and counseling within a patient-centered care framework.

The thesis project synthesized general knowledge in the field of media, culture and communication as well as demonstrates a high level of competency in the candidate's chosen area of study in accordance with institutional and state regulations.

Master’s thesis writing and presentation class. The class covers academic writing and oral presentation techniques, featuring class discussions about published papers and theses, and concludes with an oral thesis defense required of all graduating master’s students.

This course serves as the first-semester master’s thesis research and writing class. It covers research methods, testing with human subjects, data analysis, and academic writing. Students are expected to complete the major pre-writing work on their projects by the end of the semester.

This course serves as the master’s thesis writing and presentation class. It covers academic writing and oral presentation techniques, and features class discussions about published papers and theses. It concludes with an oral thesis defense required of all graduating master’s students

This course focuses on further developing a body of work for exhibition & a correlating written thesis. Students work closely with a leading artist, writer, or critic to develop a narrative context for their thesis & final exhibition.

Students develop detailed proposals for their thesis research, obtain IRB (Institutional Review Board) approval (when applicable) and commence thesis work.

This seminar supports students in developing, researching and writing their
Master’s thesis. The purpose of the Master’s thesis is to facilitate the integration of theory and practice in drama therapy and to provide a foundation from which students are able to articulate their interests in the field. This seminar was designed to clarify the scope, options, and timeline associated with the thesis project and to facilitate successful completion.

This course examines Tonmeister theories & techniques related to recording acoustic music in concert hall settings. Students will sharpen their recording skills with class lectures & live recording sessions. Producing classical music is the primary focus, however other acoustic music genres including jazz, world, & folk will be examined. Topics include spot and stereo microphone technique, concert hall acoustics, & record production.

Course examines advanced Tonmeister music production theories & techniques related to recording acoustic music for playback on immersive sound systems. Students will sharpen their recording skills through class lectures & live recording sessions. Topics include surround sound (Dolby 5.1), surround with height channels (Auro-3D), wave field synthesis (WFS), immersive audio, & object based systems (Dolby ATMOS).

Designed for current theoretical research in digital media. It is expected that course themes will vary to reflect debates in the field. Topics may include the following: computers and pedagogy: on-line communities; on-line publishing; the cultural history of software; video games studies.