DANC 270 - Special Topics in Dance

(R only)

Topics in dance presented as a result of community or student interest, to include a variety of dance-related skills or intensive study in a specific area. Topics to be announced each semester in the class schedule. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of B or better in any two of the following DANC courses: DANC 102 , DANC 104 , DANC 106 , DANC 108 , DANC 201 , DANC 202 , DANC 203 , DANC 204 , DANC 205 , DANC 206 ; and consent of dance program coordinator. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 220.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Perform the specific dance styles under study.
Explain the historical and cultural influences on the development of the dance forms under study through written and oral communication.
Demonstrate mastery of the basic steps and partnering in a variety of Latin dances.
Acquire a working vocabulary for the various Latin forms to be used in written and oral communication.
Explain the differences and similarities among the various dances in written and oral communication and in movement projects.

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