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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Special Topics: Dance
Course: DAN201AC

First Term: 2016 Summer
 Lec + Lab   3 Credit(s)   3 Period(s)   3 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S - Standard Load


Description: Exploration of current topics, issues and activities related to one or more aspects of dance.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Present an overview of the special topic including its historical roots and its current impact on selected aspects of dance. (I)
2. Identify and describe current and future applications of the special topic/activity to selected aspects of dance.(II-III)
3. Develop a plan to illustrate the application of the special topic/activity to selected aspects of dance.(III)
4. Assess the future of the selected topic within the context of current trends in dance. (IV)
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 Selected Topic
   A. Historical roots
   B. Major components/factors
   C. Impact on dance theory and technique
II. Current/Future Practices Related to Topic
   A. Common components and methodologies
   B. Applications to dance.
   C. Impact on the dance world and community
III. Development and Application of the Topic
   A. Research
   B. Development
   C. Application
IV. Current Trends in Dance Related to Topic
   A. Technological changes
   B. Ethical applications
   C. Global perspectives
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: March 22, 2016

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.