DANCE 240R
Contemporary Modern Dance, Technique and Theory 1
Dance
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Fundamental contemporary modern dance technique, improvisation, choreography, and theory.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
1.5
Fixed
1.5
Fixed
0
Fixed
4.5
Title
Appreciating the Human Body
Learning Outcome
1. Articulate a knowledge and appreciation of the human body regarding physical function, spirituality, and as a tool of expressivity.
Title
Technical Ability
Learning Outcome
2. Demonstrate increased technical ability in the areas of:
flexibility
strength
endurance
balance
coordination
phrasing
dance performance skills
applying the Patterns of Total Body Connectivity
kinesthetic awareness of body alignment
Title
Elements of Dance
Learning Outcome
3. Demonstrate knowledge, fundamental control, and application of the elements of dance (as defined by the BEST and BESS vocabularies).
Title
Dance Appreciation
Learning Outcome
4. Articulate an appreciation for dance as an art form.
