PRD 200 - Storytelling Foundations

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Students explore the core elements that make stories resonate across mediums such as literature, film, and interactive media. Through guided exercises, reading, and discussion, they develop the ability to craft original narratives with clarity, purpose, and emotional depth. Emphasis is placed on understanding story structure, character motivation, and the unique demands of different storytelling forms, preparing students to express ideas effectively and thoughtfully in any creative context.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Create written and visual narratives that communicate a clear purpose using effective storytelling techniques. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#2: Analyze story structures, character motivations, and thematic choices to inform the creation of original narrative work. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Identify and describe the audience, genre, and production goals of an original short script in a written pitch and poster project.
CLO#4: Identify and evaluate relevant storytelling techniques and research sources to inform the development of original scripts.

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lecture/Lab
Course meeting hours minimum: 60
Course meeting hours standard: 66
Course meeting hours maximum: 72

ACTI Code, Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory