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DANCE 357

Dance - A Reflection of Culture

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Application of dance ethnology theory and practices to study cultures of the world and its people.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Title

Research and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will understand the appearance and augmentation of important scientific dance terminology such as ethnochoreology, dance ethnology, and ethnography, how they interface today, and their anthropological roots. 

Title

Research and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will critically analyze culture, utilizing frameworks of understanding including the concepts of cultural identity, race, ethnicity, and heritage, etc. 

Title

Research and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will conduct and present research through the lens of an ethnochoreologist paying close attention to cultural significance, religious and ritual function and symbolism. 

Title

Research and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to articulate the concepts of cross-cultural study, emic and etic perspectives, vival and reflective dance, etc.