Dance and Popular Culture
Course Information
Subject
DNC
Course Number
280
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Dance and Popular Culture
Course Description
In this course, students examine contemporary culture and popular dance in the United States within the framework of sociopolitical, historical, gender, ethnicity, and identity constructs. American dance forms from the 1920's to the present will be studied including the innovations and contributions made by African and Latin Americans. Students will understand how popular dance reflects the people, attitudes, and values of American society and shapes national identity. Social and political changes, aesthetic values, literature, music, and technological advances will provide a larger cultural understanding of popular dance forms.
Minimum Credit Hours
3
Maximum Credit Hours
3
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
1
Lecture - Lab Hours
(3-0)
IAI Code
F1911D
PCS Code
1.1
Department(s)
Does this course meet the standards as an International/Multicultural course?
Yes