DANCE 440R
Contemporary Modern Dance Technique and Theory 4
Dance
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Advanced technique and theory in contemporary modern dance.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2.5
Fixed
2.5
Fixed
0
Fixed
7.5
Other Prerequisites
Dance 340R or equivalent; by audition.
Title
Advanced Technique
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate advanced technique proficiency in
strength
flexibility
connectivity
complex sequence mastery movement problems
Title
Performance Awareness and Control
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate performance awareness and control over movement in
nuance
dynamic
musicality
freedom from tension
shaping
initiation
breath quality
phrasing and composition
Title
Skill and Performance Assessment and Writing
Learning Outcome
3. Students will describe, assess and write about achievement of technical skills and performing skills
Title
Gospel Principles and the Human Body
Learning Outcome
4. Students will articulate appreciation for the divine nature of the human body as it relates to gospel principles as well as the relationship between mind/body/spirit.
Title
Dance Appreciation
Learning Outcome
5. Students will articulate appreciation for dance as an art form
Title
Advanced Technique
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate advanced technique proficiency in
strength
flexibility
connectivity
complex sequence mastery movement problems
Title
Performance Awareness and Control
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate performance awareness and control over movement in
nuance
dynamic
musicality
freedom from tension
shaping
initiation
breath quality
phrasing and composition
Title
Gospel Principles and the Human Body
Learning Outcome
4. Students will articulate appreciation for the divine nature of the human body as it relates to gospel principles as well as the relationship between mind/body/spirit.
Title
Skill and Performance Assessment and Writing
Learning Outcome
3. Students will describe, assess and write about achievement of technical skills and performing skills
Title
Dance Appreciation
Learning Outcome
5. Students will articulate appreciation for dance as an art form
