RESEARCH METHODS

DANCE 665

Examines dance historical work in the changing field of Dance Studies since the mid-1980s. Introduces significant perspectives on dance history and dance theory, and considers how these impact and relate to dance creation and pedagogy. Engage with new research in dance history, practice archival research methods, and form a teaching approach to dance history that is responsive to the current direction and needs of the field.

DANCE 679

Off-campus, in-the-field experience pursuing an intensive, self-directed study or project under faculty guidance and mentorship. Research directly leads to the development of a creative performance project. May be conducted in a local, national, or international community or professional settings as related to student's practice-as-research work. One-on-one high-value creative research activity, individual-level feedback, and model the behavior and norms of academia and professional life. Devise a research project while guided through the research and creative process.

DANCE 168

Gender theories and feminist theories focus on the body as the main site where gender distinctions are understood. As the body holds a central position in the art of dance and the academic discipline of dance studies, explores gender and feminist theories through the lens of dance. Drawing on a wide array of examples and dance genres ranging from across the globe (such as Ballroom, Bollywood, Folk Dance, Ballet and more) introduces the cultural specificity of gender norms and the ways that dance has the potential to challenge heteronormativity through performance.

DANCE 990

Individual research projects following the approval stage of thesis proposal. Create research plans and schedules determined by the particulars of creative research, whether methodologies and approaches are studio-based or theory-based. Early through final stages of thesis projects are guided with faculty mentorship.

DANCE 274

Study of principles in dance curriculum planning, instruction, assessment, classroom management, and learner diversity through a trauma-informed and culturally responsive-sustaining lens.