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I. Theory-Lecture
A. Elements of composition including rhythm, space, dynamics.
B. Study of choreographic techniques in works of prominent modern
dance choreographers and their relationship to concurrent art
forms including music, painting, poetry, theater..
C. Craft of choreographic methods: space and time, group,
improvisation, chance, narrative, theater, alternative space,
found object.
II. Lab in Choreographic Styles
A. Improvisation work on given problems of time, space, dynamics,
etc.
B. Verbal analysis of choreography including identification
of component elements.
C. Composition problems in various choreographic skills using the
elements previously studied for groups of 2,3,4 dancers;
chance method; narrative ideas; alternative theatrical
effects, including props, costume, altered performance space,
relating dance movement inspired by other art forms, nature
and other areas of human experience.
D. Discovering and developing a movement vocabulary for
compositions.
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course. |
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| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
20 - 40% |
| Class performances, Performance exams | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
20 - 40% |
| Multiple choice, True/false | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
40 - 60% |
| ATTENDNACE | |