DANC 345 - How to Watch Dance

1. develop an understanding of and ability to apply the principles, methods, values and thought processes employed in dance as a screen and concert dance form;
2. analyze dance performance as an expression of, or reflection upon, what it means to be human;
3. demonstrate how arts - and specifically dance - offer multiple perspectives for citizens to witness, celebrate and challenge human values;
4. distinguish the role of movement in the process of creating production themes of value to society;
5. interpret the contributions of each creative collaborator to a performance as helps to communicate issues, cultural perspective, and meaning;
6. challenge known approaches to learning, creative process, goals and personal growth when working in diverse groups;
7. understand the work involved in production, especially the roles of performers, designers, and technicians in creation of a performance.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to apply principles, methodologies, values systems, and thought processes employed in the arts and humanities.
2. Analyze cultural production as an expression of, or reflection upon, what it means to be human.
3. Demonstrate how the perspectives of the arts or humanities are used by informed, engaged, and reflective citizens to benefit local and global communities.

1. Describe the histories, experiences or views of one or more cultural groups.
2. Analyze the overlap or intersection of social identities of oneself and/or other cultural groups (e.g., culture, gender, class, sexuality, religion, disability, immigration status, and/or age).
3. Examine the impact of their own identity on their experiences with and/or views of other cultural groups.