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INSTRUCTORS:

Dr. Patricia Smiley
Chante Turnbow

OFFICE: Acker 115

PHONE: 898-6120

OFFICE HOURS:
(Smiley) Mon/Wed 12- 1 pm and Mon. 4-5 pm. Tues-Thurs. 12:15-1 pm.

TEXT:

• BALLROOM DANCE GUIDE: First Steps - Counting 5-6-7-8.
• (Smiley, 1996). May be purchased in the bookstore. This book should have been purchased in the beginning class.

REQUIRED:

• INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM DANCE PACKET (14 J/W PACKET) May be purchased in the bookstore.

Optional:

• DANCE A WHILE. Harris, Pittman, and Waller. (1992)
• SOCIAL DANCE: Steps to Success. Wright (1996)
• SOCIAL DANCE: Schild (1991)

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

As per the commission on Teacher Credentialing for the State of California (CTC Standards), student outcomes will be achieved through these course objectives. Students are expected to have professional behavior during classes and treat peers with kindness.

Aesthetic:

1.Develop a personal dance understanding and vocabulary for describing and valuing ballroom dance as both an art form and recreational activity.

2.Engage in new dance experiences and work cooperatively with peers by participating in the dances taught during the semester.

3.View ballroom dance as an art via video and guest class demonstrations.

Criticism:

1.Observe, analyze, and judge movement sequences in the various ballroom dance styles. Critique peers in a professional manner.

2.Knowledge of rhythmic tempos used in ballroom dance.

3.Competence to hear music and match which dance form uses that rhythmic structure.

History:

1.Knowledge of ethnic influences in ballroom dance.

2.Investigate the ethnic origins by performing various ballroom dances.

Performance:

1.Competence of fundamental movement skills (step-hop-slide-grapevine, pivot, spin).

2.Execute 5-10 intermediate steps (variations) for each form of ballroom dance, (also includes proper use of space on dance floor).

3.Create a sequence of intermediate movement patterns for eachballroom dance, (also includes proper use of space on dance floor).

4.Demonstrate ability to lead/follow with a partner and use proper dance etiquette. Work cooperatively with a partner or peer.

5.Recognize and perform proper style for each ballroom dance.

COURSE CONTENT:

CLASS TIME:

Class begins at five minutes past the hour: Student should prepared by having shoes off, backpacks against the south wall, name tag in place.

1. Ballroom dance will be instructed through lecture, assignment of selected readings, live demonstration, video, and film. Please, no hats worn during class; this pertains to proper social etiquette. Students must maintain professional behavior, at all times, in class. Points will be deducted for unprofessional behavior (by the instructor).

2. Knowledge will be assessed through readings and worksheets. Skill assessment will be done several times during the semester. See attached course schedule for details.

3. Dances taught during the semester:

• Fox Trot
• Samba
• Country Western:
  • Country Cha-Cha
  • Red Neck Stomp
• Tango
• Swing
• Waltz
• Rumba
• Cha-Cha
• Mambo

  New dances to be introduced may include:

  • New York Street Hustle
  • West Coast Swing
  • Night Club 2-Step

4. Attend and critique outside dance events. This event can be sponsored by the Ballroom Dance Club at CSUC or the Chico Dance Club (community). Many events are sponsored during the semester. Look on the 204 bulletin board for details. Plan early during the semester!

GRADING:

Attendance mandatory to do the following:

Testing and assessment of knowledge and skill developed will be conducted throughout the semester. Regular attendance is mandatory to accumulate points for a grade.

1. Worksheets will be assigned to assess knowledge intermediate ballroom steps, history, and mutil-cultural aspects of ballroom dance. 20 points.

2. Mid Term exam 1: Performance test on style, technique, and rhythmic skills on selected ballroom dances. Two exams total 20 points. 10 each.

3. Mid Term exam 2: Choreograph a routine and create a new step in one of the Latin dances. 10 points

4. Final exam: Performance test on style, technique, and rhythmic skills for all ballroom dances. Written exam on identification of music used for each ballroom dance form. 10 points

5. Performance or demonstration for Ballroom Dance Night may be done each semester.

6. Synthesis paper (Worksheet #4). 5 points

*No make up for exams if you do not attend class that day.

Grade of A:

• Attendance and completion of all skill tests
• Attendance and completion for oral quizzes
• Completion of all worksheets
• Completion of mid-term and final exams and projects
• Very high skill on competencies explained under "class objectives."
• Attend two outside dance events and critique the events.
• Attend Ballroom Dance Night and critique the event.
• No more than 2 absences. (One absence in night classes)

Grade of B:

• Attendance and completion of all skill tests
• Attendance and completion for oral quizzes
• Completion of all worksheets
• Good skill on competencies explained under "class objectives."
• Attend one outside dance event and critique the event.
• Attend Ballroom Dance Night and critique the event.
• No more than 4 absences. (Two absences in night classes).

Grade of C:

• Attendance and completion of exams for mid-term and final.
• Attend one outside dance event and critique the event (one event can be Ballroom Dance Night).
• No worksheets completed
• Fair skill on competencies explained under "class objectives."
• No more than 6 absences. (Three absences in night classes).

Grade of D:

• No exams completed for mid-term or final. Below average skill on competencies explained under "class objectives."
• No outside dance event attended/ or worksheets completed 8 absences. (Four absences in night classes).

Grade of F:

• Lack of attendance for performance mid-term and final.
• Poor skill on competencies explained under "class objectives."
• No outside dance event attended/ or worksheet completed
• 9 or more absences. (Five or more absences).

Readings:

Garder, H. (1982 ). Pedagogy. Frames of mind, pp. 1-30.

Harris, J; Pittman, A. & Waller, M. (1994). Multi-Cultural: Handbook for ballroom dance. History and cultural significance, pp. 1-20.

Smiley, P. (1996). Ballroom Dance Guide. First Steps - Counting 5-6-7-8. Historical/Multi-Cultural, pp. 1-4.

State Board of Education. (1996) Visual and Performing Arts Framework. Multi-Cultural. pp. 1-35.

Patterson, J. (1994). Steps to success. pp. 1-52. Harper Press, New York.

ADD AND DROP DATES will be strictly enforced by the department. Spring Feb 6.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE 14 J/W

Schedule may vary according to the instructor and dances emphasized that particular semester.

Week 1	Introduction to course Review of Fox Trot, Swing
Week 2	Continue review: Fox Trot, Swing, Waltz Worksheet # 1 due: Ballroom Dance Survey
Week 3	Introduce intermediate steps Swing, Waltz, Fox Trot
Week 4	Review rumba, cha-cha Oral Quiz
Week 5	Skill Test #1 - Swing/Fox Trot and Waltz variations
Week 6	Continue rumba, cha-cha
Week 7	Skill Test #2 Cha-Cha & Rumba steps
Week 8	Mid-Term Performance on Fox Trot, Swing and Waltz Worksheet #2 due: Mid-term choreography
Week 9	Video of Argentine Tango
Week 10	Winter/Spring Vacation
Week 11	Continue intermediate variation for Tango, Rumba
Week 12	Skill Test #3 Tango Worksheet #3 due: Latin dance choreography
Week 13	Oral Quiz West Coast Swing
Week 14	Country Western Week/ Line Dances
Week 15	Dances of the 1990's Introduction to Samba BALLROOM DANCE NIGHT: DATE TBA
Week 16	Review for Final exam Skill Test #4 Worksheet #4 due: Evaluation/Synthesis
Week 17	Final: Fri 2-4 pm, May 22

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DANCES AND VARIATIONS

FOX TROT Phonebooth Balance Step (forward and back) Forward-Backward (progressions) Conversation Woman Underarm Turn or Double Turn Man Underarm Turn or Double Turn Spins Double Cross Crystal Turn (from double cross) Triple Cross Back to Back	SWING Basic (2 hand) into Arch Turn Row (4 hand) Single Turn (Woman, Man) Double Turn Skin the Cat Dishrag Kick Step Side-by-Side Pretzel Reverse Pretzel Tuck Turns - One Hand, Two Hands Wrap Around Wrap Around - roll out or (duck through) Pivot Turn Touch Backs Stomach Turn Behind the Back
WALTZ Balance Step Forward-Backward (progressions) Scissor Step (forward & back) Reverse Underarm Turn Balance Step - 1/2 Arch Turn Woman - Underarm Turn Man - Underarm Turn Box Step Turning Box Step Hip to Hip	CHA-CHA Basic Front Crossover Back Crossover 1/2 Turn Full Turn Full Turn, Front Crossover Cross Body Lead (with a spin) The Chase Kick Step Side by Side Varisouvanna Break Steps
RUMBA Forward-Backward (progressions) Box Step Turning Box Step Woman Underarm Turn Man Underarm Turn Scissor Hip to hip Window Front Cross over Back Cross over	TANGO Forward-Backward (progressions) Balance Conversation 1/4 Turn Man and Woman (Underarm Turn) Spins Flair Step Single Cross Triple Cross Dip (corté) Grande Corte
SAMBA Balance Step Forward-backward (progressions) Man Underarm Turn Woman Underarm Turn Scissors Hip to Hip Open Position - travel	MAMBO Basic Step and Turning Basic Underarm Turn Underarm Turn (Butafuko) Break Step Front and Back Cross over step Left Turns

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DANCE CRITIQUE

Dr. Patricia Smiley

CRITIQUE FOR OUTSIDE DANCE

EVENTS AND VIDEO and WORKSHOPS

This is a sample guide to help you critique the event you attended or participated in. Must be two typed pages.

A. PERFORMANCE

1. State the title of the event, place, and date.
2. What styles of dance did you observe? (Jazz, Modern, Ballet, Tap, Ballroom, Folk, Ethnic?)
3. If you observed or participated in Ballroom, what dances did you recognize? Describe. What new steps did you learn?
4. Did you enjoy watching (or participating) in the event? Why? Can you select a favorite dance from the event or concert? Why?
5. Describe specific special lighting effects or costumes that enhanced the performance. Any special props that enhanced the performance?
6. Describe how the stage space was used in your favorite dance. (Hints: all or part of the stage, any entrances and exits.)
7. Analyze the events strengths and weaknesses giving specific examples.
8. Describe the performers: audience appeal, enthusiasm, energy, technique, etc.
9. CONCLUSION: State, in a concluding paragraph, your general reaction to the event that you observed or participated in, as summarized by facts mentioned above.

B. BALLROOM DANCE: VIDEO ASSIGNMENT

Go to the video section of the library and look under the name Patricia Smiley. Find the call number for the ballroom dance video you wish to watch. There are several videos (approximately 1 1/2 hours each).

Assignment:

Preview one video from beginning to end.

Critique 1-1/2 to 2 pages (typed) on the following areas:

1. What dances did you like best? Name the dances and state your reasons for choosing those dances.
2. What information did you find interesting regarding the history or style of a particular dance (or dances)?
3. Comment on the various costumes you observed. Why do you think a costume is styled for a particular dance? (i.e. Latin, Waltz, Quick Step).
4. Which style of dance was least interesting for you to watch? Why?
5. You are a journalist with a newspaper column. Write a paragraph that would inform your readers about the video you just previewed. You think it is a hot video and you want to win over your readers and have them buy it.
6. General reaction to your experience in viewing the video. (Was it educational? Were historical facts interesting? Have you seen this style of competition before?)

C. WORKSHOPS (Student participates in the event)

1. Name the event, date and time of the workshop.
2. What style of dance did you learn?
3. What was your favorite part of the class and why?
4. What special teaching hint did you learn that helped your dancing style or technique?
5. Describe the class format.
6. State in a paragraph, your general reaction to the class.