Course Outline
School of Media, Arts and Design
Program Code Program Description Program Year Program Semester
GNED General Education 1 1
Academic Year: 2016-17 Term : Fall 2016
Course Name: So You Think You Know Dance?
Course Code: GNED 1035 Credit Value: 3
Faculty Email Office Phone Comments
Lisa Sinclair [email protected] 3H1 613 969 1913Ext.2832
Classroom Lab/ Workshops/ Field Placement/ Clinical Small Group Independent Total
Instruction Fieldwork Work Placement Placement Tutorial Learning
20 0 0 0 0 22 42
Prerequisites/Corequisites/Equivalent Courses
PR/CO/EQ Course Code Course Name Conditions
PR N/A
CO N/A
EQ N/A
This Course is A Prerequisite For:
Course Code Course Name
N/A
1. Calendar Description
Discover dance on a different level by associating it with societal impact. You will explore the ways in which dance can
address common social issues and will develop an appreciation for different styles of dance through viewing and critically
analyzing various performances.
2. Course Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to
1 Discuss how dance has contributed to the evolution of cultural identity.
2 Identify historical events and figures related to dance.
3 Develop an aesthetic framework to evaluate and compare dance performances.
4 Discuss the role of dance as a vehicle for social change.
Dean/Chair Approval: Date: 8/31/2016
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3. Essential Employability Skills Outcomes: This course will contribute to the achievement of the following
essential employability skills
Taught Assessed Essential Employability Skill
[x] [x] 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills
the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
[x] [x] 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective
communication.
[ ] [ ] 3. Execute mathematical operations accurately.
[ ] [ ] 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
[ ] [ ] 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.
[x] [x] 6. Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and
information systems.
[ ] [ ] 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
[x] [x] 8. Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contribution of others.
[ ] [ ] 9. Interact with others in groups or team in ways that contribute to effective working relationships
and the achievement of goals.
[ ] [ ] 10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
[ ] [ ] 11. Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.
4. General Education:
This course is identified as a General Education course. Theme: Arts in Society
5. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition:
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous life
and work experiences.
This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s) indicated
Challenge Exam - Challenge Portfolio Skills
Written Exam - Oral Demonstration
[x] [x] [ ] [ ]
PLAR Sandy Novroski, PLAR Advisor
613-969-1913, ext. 2373
[email protected]6. Required Texts, Materials, Resources or Technical Materials Required
Access to course and use of course materials on the Learning Management System (Blackboard)
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7. Evaluation: Students will demonstrate learning in the following ways
Course Learning Outcomes/Essential Employability Evaluation Type(s) Weighting
Skills
Discuss how dance has contributed to the evolution 20
of cultural identity. Presentation and executive summary
Identify historical events and figures related to dance. 20
Creation of a timeline;
Quiz
Develop an aesthetic framework to evaluate and 20
compare dance performances. Creation of an aesthetic framework; evaluation and
comparison of performances
Discuss the role of dance as a vehicle for social 10
change. Development of an 'elevator pitch' (independent study
assignment)
Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the Presentation 10
written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the
purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a Framework 5
manner that ensures effective communication.
Locate, select, organize, and document information Thematic module 10
using appropriate technology and information
systems.
Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief Timeline 5
systems, and contribution of others.
8. Other:
Loyalist College has a Violence Prevention policy:
All College members have a responsibility to foster a climate of respect and safety, free from violent behavior and
harassment.
- Violence (e.g. physical violence, threatening actions or harassment) is not, in any way, acceptable behavior.
- Weapons or replicas of weapons are not permitted on Loyalist College property.
- Unacceptable behavior will result in disciplinary action or appropriate sanctions.
- More information can be found in the “Student Manual”.This document was prepared in accordance with AOP 204: Course
Outlines and AOP 224: Evaluation and Student Performance. For more information please see the policy section at
www.loyalistcollege.com.
General Education Assignment Submission Policy: Each individual assignment submitted one week late will be graded at
80% of the original grade; assignments two weeks late will be graded at 50%; assignments three weeks late will be graded
at 20%. Assignments over three weeks late will not be accepted without special previous permission.
Students are expected to make every reasonable effort not to miss evaluations and to hand in assigned tasks on time.
Every effort will be made to accommodate students unable to meet specified deadlines as a result of extenuating
circumstances.
It is the students' responsibility to connect with the instructor to inform of missed classes, and to request homework and
resources.
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9. Curriculum, Delivery, Learning Plan and Learning Outcomes:
Course Learning Outcomes/Essential Related Elements of Performance Learning Activities/Resources
Employability Skills
Discuss how dance has contributed to Discuss the impact that specific styles Prepare a presentation on a dance
the evolution of cultural identity. of dance have had on popular culture. style, along with a written executive
Identify key figures associated with summary about the historical and/or
specific styles of dance. cultural significance, its impact on
popular culture and any significant
figures associated with it.
Identify historical events and figures Discuss significant styles of dance as Create a timeline of significant events,
related to dance. they relate to each decade (1920s- dance styles and people related to
today). dance in each decade from the 1920s to
Explore the contributions of icons today.
related to significant dance styles in Quiz.
each decade (1920s-today).
Examine the impact various styles of
dance and iconic dancers had on
society in each decade (1920s-today).
Develop an aesthetic framework to Create a personal aesthetic framework Develop an aesthetic framework to use
evaluate and compare dance to use to evaluate a dance performance. to evaluate two dance performances and
performances. Compare two dance performances using determine which performance was more
the framework. successful and why.
Conclude which performance was more
successful based on the aesthetic
framework.
Discuss the role of dance as a vehicle Discuss contemporary social issues Independent Study Assignment -
for social change. related to dance. Develop an "elevator" pitch to promote
Identify themes about social issues an idea on how to improve a social
portrayed in film. issue related to, or using dance.
Develop and communicate an idea for
improving a social issue related to, or
using dance.
Communicate clearly, concisely and Summarize information about a Executive summary
correctly in the written, spoken, and particular style of dance in the form of
visual form that fulfills the purpose and an executive summary.
meets the needs of the audience. Present information about a particular
style of dance using appropriate visual
aids.
Respond to written, spoken, or visual Evaluate a dance performance using an Framework
messages in a manner that ensures aesthetic framework.
effective communication.
Locate, select, organize, and document Thematic module Unit quizzes
information using appropriate technology
and information systems.
Show respect for the diverse opinions, Consider the achievements of iconic Timeline;
values, belief systems, and contribution dancers and the effect their Quiz
of others. contributions have made to pop culture.
