DANC 13400 - The Study Of Movement In Human Society

Through the cross-cultural lens of dance anthropology, ethnology, aesthetics, and performance, we will study the mean dance holds for its community of participants as well as how it functions in a particular society.

Cr. 3.
Subject Area
Theatre

Student Learning Outcomes
1.   To deepen an understanding and appreciation for the expressive nature and physical intelligence of the human body.
2.   To explore connections among movement, culture, and spirituality.
3.   To learn about the development and functions of movement within specific communities.
4.   Increase power of movement observation through dance viewing in the dance studio, on video, and in the theatre.
5.   Investigate related issues such as gender, culture, community, and diversity.