MCCCD Program Description

Introduction to Dance in the United States

Course: DAH100

First Term: 2024 Fall

Lecture 3.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S - Standard Load

Description: Overview of the field of dance focusing on origins, historical development, cultural characteristics of the various styles of dance and their contemporary practice in the United States, and dance as a vital part of the human experience.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Develop a comprehensive definition of dance. (I) 2. Examine the historical lineage of the field of dance from its origins to contemporary practice in the United States. (I) 3. Discuss the significance of dance as a function of American culture. (I, II, III) 4. Describe the characteristics of various dance styles from their origins to contemporary practice in the United States. (I, II, III) 5. Interpret the ways in which dance adds to the richness of the human experience. (I, II, III) 6. Analyze the historical development of various dance styles from their origins to contemporary practice in the United States. (II, III) 7. Describe major contributions to the field of dance in the United States including the individual contributors. (II, III)
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. Overview of dance A. Shared language B. Aesthetics C. Function D. Historical lineage E. Dance appreciation II. Dance forms A. Indigenous forms B. Ballet C. Modern D. Jazz E. Hip Hop F. Tap G. Musical Theater H. Other III. Considerations for each A. Historical development B. Characteristics C. Approaches D. Cultural significance E. Major contributions and contributors

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 27, 2024

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