Course Description

Honors Dance in America: A Cultural Perspective uses the pedagogical methods common to all Honors courses: interdisciplinary, writing- intensive, collaborative, and experiential instruction. Course content makes connection through a common theme with other courses offered within the specified transdisciplinary unit. This course examines dance as a cultural expression in the USA, and explores and analyzes the influence of indigenous and world dance forms including their social, political, economic, and religious significance. The course also considers the creative process and expression of the contemporary choreographer.