DANCE 228
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Mexican Dance Technique 1
Course Description
Students will experience the exciting rhythms and movements of footwork that define traditional Mexican Folklorico, while exploring relevant historical and cultural contexts.
When Taught
Fall
Fixed/Max
1
Fixed
3
Recommended
Dance 171, 135, 174 or previous footwork experience
Title
Technique
Learning Outcome
A) Perform traditional Mexican footwork and other dance technique using correct posture, alignment, weight shifts, etc.
Title
Terminology
Learning Outcome
B) Identify and properly use correct terminology for footwork associated with traditional Mexican dance
Title
Cultural Activity
Learning Outcome
C) Articulate personal insight into Mexican culture through attendance in a related dance or other cultural event
Title
Historical Context
Learning Outcome
D) Identify the religious, historical, and other cultural aspects of Mexican culture
Title
Cultural Complexities
Learning Outcome
E) Articulate the complexities of Mexican history through the lens of cultural dance
