0510-453 - Culture and Expression

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

The world's cultural diversity is most vividly and dynamically displayed through ritual, music, dance, and festival. Through examination of performances in different cultures, this course examines performance as an expression of cultural beliefs, values, and identity. Films and first-hand observations complement assigned readings. Topics include the relationship between the individual artist and culture, the transformative power of ritual, debates about tradition and authenticity, the politics of cultural performance, and its impacts. Written expression is enhanced through drafting, revision, peer review, and conferences with the instructor, while oral or signed expression is enhanced through in-class presentations. No prerequisite. It may be taken for arts of expression credit. Part of the sociology/anthropology concentration and minor and may be used as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered annually)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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