Dance 201A & 201B Ballet 1-2 Syllabus

 

Course Syllabus:  

SANTA ANA COLLEGE  /  FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS

Department of DANCE

Dance 201A Sec 58114 - Ballet I

Dance 201B Sec 58115 - Ballet II

Fall 2018  .  M/W 12:40-2:45p  .  Room G-108

 

Instructor: Leann Alduenda, Assistant Professor of Dance

Office: E-104

Hours: Tuesday 2-3p, Thursday 2-5p, Friday 12-2p

Email: alduenda_leann@sac.edu

Units: 2.0

 

Term: 2018FA Fall 2018

Start Date: 27 August 2018

End Date: 16 December 2018

Last Day to Add (add code required): 09 September 2018

Last Drop Date with ‘W’: 18 November 2018

Last Drop Date without ‘W’: 09 September 2018

Last Date to get Refund: 09 September 2018

 

Course Description

• 201A - Introduction to ballet technique and terminology, including basic barre work, center work, and combinations en diagonale. Includes basic alignment, use of turnout, coordination, and ballet terminology. Dance 201A prepares the student for Dance 201B
• 201B - Continuation of beginning ballet technique and terminology, including barre work, center work, and combinations en diagonale. Includes basic alignment, use of turnout, coordination, and ballet terminology. Dance 201B utilizes additional combination work and prepares the student for Dance 213.

 

Course Objectives

201A

• Execute proper body alignment, strength, and flexibility necessary for ballet barre exercises and center work and to maintain this while moving through space, at the beginning level.
• Execute fundamental movement skills and exercises in ballet dance technique.
• Move with attention to the rhythm and tempo of different music styles, at the beginning level.
• Identify and understand basic ballet terminology and its application to basic ballet technique.
• Identify and understand basic anatomy/physiology and its application to basic ballet technique. 

201B

• Execute proper body alignment, strength, and flexibility necessary for ballet barre exercises and center work and to maintain this while moving through space, at the intermediate level.
• Execute intermediate movement skills and exercises in ballet dance technique.
• Move with attention to the rhythm and tempo of different music styles, at the intermediate level.
• Identify and understand intermediate ballet terminology and its application to intermediate ballet technique.
• Identify and understand anatomy/physiology and its application to intermediate ballet technique. 

 

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

• Understand movement vocabulary and concepts specific to the course.
• Understand and apply verbal instruction and correction to improve dance technique
• Analyze and critique one’s own technical skills and other dancers’ technical skills
• Acquire physical dance skills appropriate to the level of ballet technique
• As an ongoing process, develop personal expression and performance ability in ballet technique

 

 

Course Requirements

• Participate in and complete a midterm and final exam. Exams are mandatory. Exams can only be made up in the event of an emergency and if the instructor is informed of the absence via email by the student either prior to the exam or within 24 hours after the exam has taken place. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor to reschedule the exam. If the student fails to reschedule the exam, the student forfeits the ability to take the exam. 

Midterm Exam: written / concepts & terminology 1     Oct 24, 2018               100 points

Final Exam: written / history & terminology 2               Dec 10, 2018              100 points

 

• Participate in and complete four personal written evaluations. These evaluations will be prompt driven and will occur during class time. Evaluations will be turned in at the end of the semester. Evaluations - 25 points each 

 

• Full participation in daily technique class with full energy, commitment, focus, and contribution to daily activities. Participation includes group discussions, hands-on facilitations, and one-on-one feedback with other students. Each class MAY BE WORTH 5 points based on the following criteria:

- Arriving on time, ready to dance / punctuality and preparedness

- Staying for the ENTIRE class session

- Dressing in the appropriate dance attire with proper grooming and shoes

- 160 points

• Effort. 

- Exhibiting a positive attitude when receiving comments or corrections

- Always giving full effort and attention, both physically and mentally

- 40 points 

 

ASSESSMENTS

The SAC Dance Department is implementing a new assessment tool to reflect department program learning outcomes and student progress.  Student evaluations will be conducted quarterly in the areas of participation, technical skills, and reading, writing, and speaking skills.

 

ABSENCE/NON-PARTICIPATION/ DROP 

It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a course via WebAdvisor. However, because of enrollment demand a student may be dropped by the instructor when not appearing at the first class meeting or not participating in the first course activity designated to account for active enrollment.  A student may be dropped for non-participation if he/she has missed in excess of 10% of the total course activities including but not limited to class attendance, discussions, assessments, etc.  Under extenuating circumstances, a student may be reinstated by the instructor. A student may be dropped for excessive absences when the total hours of absences exceed 10% of the total scheduled hours of the class (approximately 4 classes) but it is the student’s responsibility to officially drop from the course. Failure to do so will result in receiving an “F” for the course. Note: Only those drops completed prior to the refund deadline are eligible for refund consideration. 

Observations

• A student cannot physically participate (dance/move) in class if 15 or more minutes late, unless approved by the instructor. It is, however, necessary to attend, observe, take notes, and participate in discussions in order to receive credit points for the class session that day. Notes need to be shown to the instructor at the conclusion of class. Failure to do so will result in a deduction of points. If a student continues to sit out on a regular basis, a meeting with the instructor is necessary to discuss other options. 

 

• NOTE: this class uses “touch instruction” and hands-on facilitation to enable and support kinesthetic learning, which teaches students how to sense muscular activation. At any given time that a student does not want to be touched by an instructor or another student, the student has the right to refuse participation and my opt to facilitate the activity by themselves. 

 

Attire

• Leotards, tights, leggings, and any other form fitting, modest attire is required. NO baggy clothing, street clothing, or revealing / unsupportive clothing will be allowed. This is a high intensity movement class and students should be aware of their support and coverage needs. Hair must be pulled up and away from the face in a bun. Excessive or noisy jewelry is unacceptable. 
• Ballet shoes are REQUIRED and can be purchased at Discount Dance on Tustin Avenue at 17th street: 1931 N. Tustin Ave. Santa Ana (714) 835.7275 or online at Discount Dance 
• NO GUM - NO CELL PHONES - NO STREET SHOES - NO EXCEPTIONS! 

 

Injuries

• If an injury occurs in class, the student must inform the instructor immediately. The student must refrain from any further dance movement until the injury is assessed by the first by the instructor (minor injuries only) and then by a PT or doctor. If the injury requires ice/compression or medical attention, the instructor will call security for further assistance. If a student has an chronic or existing injury, it the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor before participation in the first class session. A medical note from the student’s doctor may be required to permit physical participation in the class. 

 

Flu/Sickness

• If a student is ill with a fever and/or flu-like symptoms, the student should refrain from attendance in class and presence on campus until the fever/flu has been broken for a full 24 hours. Any other contagious health issues should be given medical attention and the student should remain at home until advised by a doctor to return to campus. Frequent washing of the hands and proper cleanliness is highly suggested.

 

Emergency Evacuation

• In the case of an emergency due to a FIRE, EARTHQUAKE, or other emergency, please STAY CALM! Please refer to the posted handout on emergency procedures. 

 

Disabilities

• “ A student with a disability, who would like to request an academic accommodation, is responsible for identifying herself/himself to the instructor and to the Disabled Student Office in Johnson Center U-103 or by phone 714.564.6264 or TYY 714.564.6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS department.”

 

Academic Honesty Policy

• Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one's research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization, or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise.  As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.

 

Grading

Participation                 160        495-550 points = A 90-100%

Personal Evaluations   100        440-494 points = B 80-89%

Midterm                        100        385-439 points = C 70-79%

Final                             100        330-384 points = D 60-69%

Effort                              40         330-below        = F 59%

Total Points                   500

 

Pass/No Pass

Students who register for this course as a P/NP must earn points equivalent to a C grade or better to receive credit for this course