MCCCD Program Description

Modern Dance I

Course: DAN132

First Term: 2018 Fall

Lec + Lab 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 3 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T Lab Load

Description: Introduction to the theory and practice of modern dance at the beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply the theory of contraction and release at the beginning level. (I) 2. Demonstrate correct placement and alignment for dance at the beginning level. (I, II) 3. Apply basic modern dance technique, theories, and styles at the beginning level. (I, II, III, IV) 4. Utilize the theory of the body`s relationship to gravity and the center of gravity used in modern dance at the beginning level. (I, II, III, IV, V) 5. Perform basic locomotor and axial movements in center and across the floor at the beginning level. (II, III) 6. Practice the basic elements of dance: space, time, and energy at the beginning level. (IV) 7. Use basic rhythmic analysis at the beginning level. (IV) 8. Utilize technical skills, theories, and style in improvisation and performance at the beginning level. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Floor Work A. Basic placement and centering B. Stretching techniques 1. Various types of stretches 2. Theories of stretching C. Basic floor positions D. Isolations E. Upper body designs F. High release G. Basic contraction II. Standing and Centerfloor Work A. Basic placement and centering B. Positions of the feet C. Positions of the arms D. Torso work E. Leg and foot work F. Axial work III. Locomotor Work A. Basic movements B. Beginning combinations C. Turns IV. Elements A. Energy B. Space C. Time V. Developing the Craft A. Dynamics B. Stage directions C. Basic performance skills D. Basic improvisational skills

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: March 22, 2016

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