DANC 121 - World Dance History

Institution:

Raritan Valley Community College

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Description:

World Dance History is a survey course that introduces students to the dance practices from the time of prehistoric peoples into the early part of the 20th century. Emphasis will be placed on the dance relationship to civilization and its cultural context. Students will explore dance through a variety of media including lectures, slides, videos/DVDs, readings, and by dancing themselves. The course also enables students to develop an awareness of movement as an artistic medium and provides a frame of reference from which to view and appreciate dance and dance performances. Students will be required to attend a live dance performance.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.raritanval.edu

Phone Number:

(908) 526-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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