Dance Appreciation Syllabus Course

Table Of Contents

1. Course Description

2. Instructor Information

3. Learning Objectives

4. Course Schedule

5. Required Readings and Materials

6. Assignments and Assessments

7. Course Policies

8. Grading Policy

9. Disclaimer

1. Course Description:

This course provides a comprehensive examination of the history, cultural significance, and aesthetic elements of dance. Through theoretical discussions and practical applications, students will delve into various dance forms from around the world, learning to appreciate and understand diverse dance systems.

2. Instructor Information:

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Affiliation: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]

3. Learning Objectives:

• To develop a strong historical and cultural understanding of diverse dance traditions and forms.

• To analyze the aesthetic elements of dance and understand their functionality and composition.

• To engage critically with various dance performances: understanding, interpreting, and evaluating them.

• To practically apply the theoretical knowledge in creating or interpreting dance.

• To develop a language and framework for discussing and writing about dance.

4. Course Schedule:

5. Required Readings and Materials:

1. "History of Dance" by Barbara Cohen-Stratyner

2. "Dance - The Art of Production" by Joe Deer

3. "Capturing the Movement" by Maya Doolittle

4. "The Dance Experience" by Jaquelyn Haas

5. Various online resources and videos will be provided throughout the course

6. Assignments and Assessments:

• Weekly Reading Responses - Reflect on the week's readings, integrating text with personal thoughts and understanding.

• Cultural Dance Analysis - Analyze and discuss a dance form from a cultural perspective explored in class.

• Dance Performance Critique - Attend a live or virtual dance performance and write a detailed critique.

• Aesthetic Elements Project - Create a presentation discussing the aesthetic elements of a chosen dance form.

• Final Project - Plan, choreograph, and perform (solo or in a group) a dance piece, or write an analytical paper on a relevant topic.

7. Course Policies:

• All assignments are due on the specified date at the beginning of the class unless otherwise informed. Late submissions will have points deducted.

• Attendance and active participation are crucial for understanding and success in this course.

• All work should be original, and any use of another person’s ideas or words must be correctly cited.

• Open-mindedness and respect towards diverse dance forms and opinions of classmates is essential.

• In case of any questions or concerns with the material or assignments, please do not hesitate to contact the instructor.

8. Grading Policy:

Grades will be calculated as follows: Weekly Reading Responses (20%), Cultural Dance Analysis (20%), Dance Performance Critique (20%), Aesthetic Elements Project (20%), Final Project (20%).

9. Disclaimer:

The information provided above, which includes the schedule, can change if the instructor decides it is necessary to meet the changing needs and dynamics of the class. In the event of any changes, advance notice will be given to all the students to keep them up to date.

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