Module Details

Module Code: DRAM8008
Title: Dance 1
Long Title: Dance 1
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: An introduction to core dance genres and associated techniques
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 demonstrate an understanding of a variety of dance genre terms and apply the associated skills with accuracy and control
LO2 perform and retain complex movement sequences
LO3 demonstrate an appropriate development of control, flexibility and co-ordination.
LO4 evaluate and critique a dance performance in an informed manner
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12415 DRAM8008 Dance 1
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
The physical capacity to engage with the requirements of the module
 
Indicative Content
Dance technique exercises
Exercises to develop strength, flexibility, linear awareness and balance
Dance Technique
Techniques and terms used in formal dance training and performance
Dance Sequences
Dance sequences in a variety of styles and genres
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
An end of semester performance of material learnt in class.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
Short paper on dance terminology
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
A short critique on a dance performance attended
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
An evaluation of the students' committment and performance every week in class.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Practical Dance Class Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Personal practice and study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jacqueline M. Smith-Autard. (2002), The Art of Dance in Education, 2nd. Methuen Drama, [ISBN: 0713661755].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Stodelle, E.. (1978), The Dance Technique of Doris Humphrey, ebook (2004). Princeton Book Company, [ISBN: 9780871272782].
  • Lewis, D.. (1984), The Illustrated Dance Technique of Jose Limon, Harper and Row, [ISBN: 0060151854].
  • Eric Franklin. (2004), Conditioning for dance, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 0-7360-4156-7].
  • Jacqui Greene Haas. (2010), Dance anatomy, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 0-7360-8193-3].
  • Eric Franklin. (1996), Dance imagery for technique and performance, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 0-87322-943-6].
  • Gayanne Grossman. (2015), Dance Science: Anatomy, Movement Analysis & Conditioning, Dance Horizons, [ISBN: 0871273888].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • video, Dance Horizon. (1992), Doris Humphrey Technique.
  • website, www.danceadvantage.net.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 5 Elective