Dance 219A & 219B Jazz 1-2 Syllabus

 

Course Syllabus:  

SANTA ANA COLLEGE  /  FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS

Department of DANCE

Dance 219A Sec 58131 - Jazz Dance I

Dance 219B Sec 58132 - Jazz Dance II

Fall 2018 .  Tu/Th 5:00p-6:55p  .  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

• 219A: Introduction to jazz dance emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary and creative expression. Includes an introduction to choreographic principles and cultural context of jazz. Historical and contemporary forms are studied. Videos, concerts, and master classes enrich the course.
• 219B: Continued study in beginning jazz dance emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary and creative expression. Includes an introduction to choreographic principles and cultural context of jazz. Historical and contemporary forms are studied.

 

Course Objectives

219A

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

219B

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

 

Student Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand movement vocabulary and movement concepts both written and verbally to learn and improve dance technique.
• Acquire physical dance skills appropriate to the level of jazz dance technique and develop personal expression and performance ability.
• Use print material and technology to identify research needs.

 

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: Terminology (50 points) & Skills Test #1 (50 points)    Th Oct 25, 2018 - 100 points

Final Exam: A. History (219A)  / Reading Retention (219B)                    Tu Dec 4, 2018  -  75 points

                      B. Style / Skills Test #2                                                          Th Dec 6, 2018  -  75 points

 

• Jazz Icon Observation and Description Written Assignment.  All students must complete a written observation and description on a specified jazz icon. Must be turned in as a hard copy at the beginning of the class on the date due. 50 points

 

• Full participation in 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 participation points based on the following criteria:

- Arriving on time, ready to dance / punctuality and preparedness (if you are late and/or have excessive     unexcused absences, you will earn fewer participation points)

- Staying for the ENTIRE class session

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

- Exhibiting a positive attitude throughout the class session

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

- 32 classes X 5 points = 160 points

-  A total of 3 excused absences (prior notification) are allowed

- IMPORTANT: Please note that per department policy, a student may be dropped from the class after   missing 10% of the course which equates to 3 unexcused absences!

 

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 3 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 participation points for the class session that day. Notes should be taken and the student must remain OFF OF THEIR CELL PHONE! Failure to do so will result in a deduction of points for that class session. 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. NO loose fitting gym shorts will be allowed without dance shorts or trunks underneath. Hair must be pulled up and away from the face. Excessive or noisy jewelry is unacceptable. Please avoid wearing heavy amounts of perfume or body spray. Please bring a towel to absorb / wipe up sweat. Please wear deodorant or an alternative. 
• Jazz shoes 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 VL-203 or by phone 714.564.6295 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        450-500 points = A 90-100%

Effort                             40        400-449 points = B 80-89%

Jazz Icon Assignment   50        350-399 points = C 70-79%

Midterm                       100        300-349 points = D 60-69%

Final A                           75        299-below = F 59%

Final B                           75

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.