Goucher College 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Apr 30, 2024  
Goucher College 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

Course Descriptions


 

Dance

  
  • DAN 105 - Men’s Technique (1.5 Cr.)


    This course will expand upon the classical foundation and vocabulary of the student with special attention to movements most often executed by the male dancer. Prerequisite: DAN 220  or above or permission of instructor. Variable semesters. Fox, Department.
  
  • DAN 114 - Elementary Dance Technique I: Modern (1.5 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course) (LER–ARC)
    An introductory course in modern dance that develops the group consciousness while introducing individual students to their own movement potential through technical training and movement exploration. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required readings, written assignments, and attendance at dance concerts. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Southerland, Department.
  
  • DAN 115 - Elementary Dance Technique II: Modern (1.5 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course) (LER–ARC)
    Builds upon the knowledge and technical skills acquired in DAN 114 . Students gain an appreciation of modern dance and develop a framework for the aesthetic criteria used to be informed observers of modern dance. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Southerland. Department.
  
  • DAN 120 - Elementary Dance Technique I: Ballet (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 124) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course) (LER–ARC)
    An introductory course in ballet that develops the group consciousness while introducing the individual to his or her own movement potential through technical training. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required readings, written assignments, and attendance at dance concerts. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Morris.
  
  • DAN 121 - Elementary Dance Technique II: Ballet (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 125) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course) (LER–ARC)
    Builds upon the knowledge and technical skills acquired in DAN 120 . Students gain an appreciation of ballet and develop a framework for the aesthetic criteria used to be informed observers of ballet. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Horowicz.
  
  • DAN 131 - Chorégraphie Antique (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 195) (GEN. ED. #4 and #9 with DAN 231 ) (LER – ARC)
    Introduction to performance of ballroom and theatrical dances of the 15th through 20th centuries with the roots of classical ballet vocabulary and style from its earlier dance forms emphasized. Students have the option of joining Choregraphie Antique Company in preparation for performances on and off campus. Prerequisites: none. Repeatable up to six credits. Fall semester. Bond.
  
  • DAN 140 - Jazz Dance Technique I (1.5 Cr.)

    (LER–ARC)
    Students will develop fundamental jazz dance technique incorporating isolations, stretches, centering and alignment. The focus of the class will be on skill acquisition and vocabulary. Fall semester. Holmes.
  
  • DAN 141 - Jazz Dance Technique II (1.5 Cr.)

    (LER–ARC)
    Students will build upon skills of jazz dance technique with more complex sequencing and movement skills. The focus of the class will be on developing artistry of jazz dance as well as continuing to build skill acquisition and vocabulary. Prerequisite: DAN 140  or permission of instructor. Spring semester. Holmes.
  
  • DAN 142 - Musical Theater Jazz/Jazz Repertory I (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 147) (LER–ARC)
    Students will learn various styles and genres of jazz dance prevalent during the 1920s to the 1960s. They will experience and recreate the works of many accomplished and famous choreographers of the stage and screen. Variable semesters. Holmes.
  
  • DAN 143 - Musical Theater Jazz/Jazz Repertory II (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 148) (LER–ARC)
    Students will experience various styles and genres of jazz dance prevalent from the 1970s to the present day. They will experience and recreate the works of renowned choreographers of stage and screen during this time period. Variable semesters. Holmes.
  
  • DAN 146 - Goucher African Drum and Dance Ensemble (1.5 Cr.)

    (MUS 146 )
    Practical performance of selected percussive instruments from West Africa (Ghana in particular), as well as the interpretation of the rhythms through body movement and gestures. Exploration of historical and cultural contexts of specific West African music and dance forms relative to the African diaspora. Students will be required to know the basic techniques of West African traditional music and dance expressions. Includes master classes and a formal concert. Repeatable. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Brew.
  
  • DAN 153 - Survey of Dance History (4 Cr.)

    (LER TXT)
    This course is an historical overview of the earliest traces of dance to the present day. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of dance as a vehicle of expression in multiple facets of society from social and world dance forms to the theatrical stage. Prerequisite: None. May not count toward the dance major or minor requirements. Offered Summer 2013. Southerland.
  
  • DAN 190 - Movement Forms: a Cross-Cultural Perspective (3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 103) (GEN. ED. #9)
    An introduction to two theoretical frameworks, physical and cultural, within which to comprehend dance. Performances of various dance forms by guest artists with student participation in master classes. Spring semester. Offered 2012-2013 and alternate years. Forrest and dance artists.
  
  • DAN 191 - Music for Dance (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 230)
    Basic music instruction designed specifically for the dancer, including rhythmic analysis, listening assignments, and accompaniment for dance or percussion instruments. Development of musicality, musical resources, and composition for dancer, choreographer, teacher, and dance therapist. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Herskovitz.
  
  • DAN 201 - Pointe II (1 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 112)
    This course focuses on intermediate-level pointe work. Students will develop the skills necessary for center work and work across the floor. Open to students enrolled in DAN 221  and DAN 222 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ferguson.
  
  • DAN 202 - Pilates Method of Body Conditioning II (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 009)
    The study and application of the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning at an intermediate level. The Pilates Method has been recognized by some of the most prominent physicians, physical therapists, chiropractors, sports/fitness trainers, choreographers, and dancers. This course will focus on the philosophy behind Joseph Pilates’ system of exercise, the purpose of each exercise, and the physical results that can be achieved at an intermediate level of study. Students will simultaneously develop their knowledge of sequence, spring settings, transitions, breath coordination, and repetition requirements. This lecture/lab will also require readings, observation, and applied/practical instruction and performance. Special attention will be given to the intermediate series on the reformer and mat and to increasing students’ repertory of exercises on the wunda chair, small barrel, cadillac, high barrel, high chair, and pedi-pole. Prerequisite: DAN 102 . Variable. Ahearn.
  
  • DAN 203 - Variations/Solo Repertory (1.5 Cr.)


    This course will explore historical variations from the romantic, classical and neo-classical eras or excerpts from modern dance repertory at the discretion of the instructor. Emphasis on artistry sur les pointes (if applicable) and continued development on greater physical strength and stamina as well as complex movement vocabulary will be explored in order to perform chosen repertory at a pre-professional level. Prerequisites: concurrent enrollment in DAN 201  or DAN 302  and DAN 221 /DAN 218  or higher or permission of instructor. Variable semesters. Fox, Department.
  
  • DAN 204 - Partnering (1.5 Cr.)


    This course provides study of both classical and contemporary partnering techniques, providing practice and/or performance of supported roles from classical and contemporary choreography. Students will learn and apply principles of partnered movement, focusing on balance, trust, and kinetic relationships. Pre-requisites: DAN 218 /DAN 221  or permission of instructor. Variable semesters. Fox, Department.
  
  • DAN 217 - Intermediate Dance Technique I: Modern (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 116) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    An intermediate course in modern dance technique to continue developing technical skills while nurturing an appreciation of and aesthetic criteria for modern dance styles. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Garofalo, Department.
  
  • DAN 218 - Intermediate Dance Technique II: Modern (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 117) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    Builds upon the knowledge and technical skills acquired in DAN 217 . Students focus on the qualitative aspect of movement and develop speed in movement analysis and synthesis. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Forrest, Southerland.
  
  • DAN 219 - Intermediate Dance Technique III: Modern (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 118) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    Further study in applied modern dance instruction for the students who need additional work at the intermediate level for refinement of skills and a more in-depth technical development before promotion to the advanced level. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Garofalo, Department.
  
  • DAN 220 - Intermediate Dance Technique I: Ballet (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 126) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    An intermediate course in ballet technique to continue developing technical skills while simultaneously expanding a student’s appreciation and aesthetic criteria for ballet. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Dolid, Morris.
  
  • DAN 221 - Intermediate Dance Technique II: Ballet (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 127) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Develops upon the knowledge and technical skills acquired in DAN 220 . Students focus on the qualitative aspect of movement and develop speed in movement analysis and synthesis. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Dolid, Ferguson.
  
  • DAN 222 - Intermediate Dance Technique III: Ballet (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 128) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Further study in applied dance instruction in ballet for the student who needs additional work at the intermediate level of refinement of skills and more in-depth technical development before promotion to the advanced level. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox.
  
  • DAN 231 - Chorégraphie Antique II (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 196) (GEN. ED. #4 and #9 with DAN 131 )
    Advanced performance of ballroom and theatrical dances of the 15th through 20th centuries. Students will learn to read dance notation scores and will perform the dance recontructions at the end of the semester. Students have the option of joining Choregraphie Antique Company in preparation for performances on and off campus. Prerequisite:  . Repeatable up to six credits. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Bond.
  
  • DAN 250 - Twentieth-Century American Dance and its Relation to Other Modern Arts (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #8 and #9)
    Development of 20th-century American dance, from Isadora Duncan to avant-garde dancers of the 1990s, within a historical and cultural context considering 20th-century dance in relation to similar elements of composition in other art forms. Prerequisites: DAN 114  and  DAN 120 , previous experience in dance at the elementary level, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Offered 2014-2015 and every third year. Bond.
  
  • DAN 251 - Great Choreographers and Dancers (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #4 and #9)
    Development of dance as an expressive art and as a cultural manifestation as reflected in the works of great choreographers and dancers from the 16th to the 20th century. Students study the philosophies, aesthetic criteria, and contributions of major dancers and choreographers in Western Europe and the United States. Prerequisites: DAN 114  and DAN 120 , previous experience in dance at the elementary level, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Offered 2012-13 and every third year. Bond.
  
  • DAN 255 - American Dance Traditions (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #4 and #9)
    The study of American dance traditions of Native Americans, African Americans, Anglo-Americans, and European Americans, and American musical theatre as an embodiment of American history and culture. Prerequisite: DAN 114  or DAN 120 , some previous experience in dance at the elementary level, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Offered 2013-14 and every third year. Bond.
  
  • DAN 260 - Composition: Dance Exploration (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 252) (GEN. ED. #8) (LER–ARC)
    A beginning course in choreography. Students explore compositional devices and develop solo and small-group works. Applied work in dance and related arts of music, visual arts, and theatre. Prerequisites: DAN 217  and DAN 220 , or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: DAN 217  or above. Spring semester. Ahearn.
  
  • DAN 261 - Intermediate Dance Composition I (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 253)
    Intermediate level of choreography that explores the use of improvisation, movement dynamics and effort, meter, and traditional and non-traditional dance spaces. Students will refine solo work and sequence choreography for small chamber work. Prerequisite: DAN 260  or permission of the instructor by audition. Corequisite: DAN 217  or above. Fall semester. Forrest, Department.
  
  • DAN 262 - Intermediate Dance Composition II (2 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 256)
    This course is a continuation of DAN 261  and is designed to challenge students to take risks in design, expand choreographic understanding of the craft, improve compositional skills through a variety of approaches to choreography, and to continue to develop the ability to discuss and critique artistic issues. Prerequisite: DAN 261 . Corequisite: DAN 217  or above. Spring semester. Forrest, Department.
  
  • DAN 272Y - Intensive Course Abroad ()

    (GEN. ED. #3)


    Courses include a pre-departure or post-departure discussion (or both) in the fall or spring term and a three-week intensive course abroad in the winter or summer.

    HISTORY, SOCIETY, AND CULTURE IN WEST AFRICA (1.5-3)(THE 272Y) The course encompasses a pre-program course, an international field experience, and a postprogram course on arts, culture, and history in West Africa. The preparatory program will examine the social, economic, political, and cultural issues of Ghana, Togo, and Benin—three African countries with rich cultural heritages and successful, vibrant contemporary societies. The international field experience in these countries will include workshops, lectures, stays with host families, and field trips. Upon return, the students will complete a research paper/project to be presented using skills and experiences acquired in West Africa. Second seven-weeks, pre-departure course in Fall 2012 (1.5 credits); three-week intensive course in January 2013 (3 credits); first seven-weeks, post-departure course in Spring 2013 (1.5 credits). Southerland, Johnson. Offered January intersession 2013 and alternate years.

    THE SCOTTISH CONNECTION: A CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC IMMERSION (1.5-3) An intensive international dance experience in Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland. Students will experience daily instruction in a number of dance forms ranging from European contemporary dance to traditional Scottish dance, view and examine dance/movement theatre/events/happenings as part of the Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe Festival, as well as examine the historical, aesthetic, theoretical, philosophical, and critical issues concerning dance in the British Isles and Europe. Prerequisite: DAN 217. Summer 2014. Woodson, Kuresman.

  
  • DAN 290 - Internship in Dance (3- 4 Cr.)


    Off-campus experiences are available in the areas of dance education, dance therapy, performance and choreography, dance history and criticism, dance/arts administration, dance/theatre, and dance science. Prerequisites: preliminary interview; DAN 293  and/or DAN 293  (dance education); DAN 297  (dance therapy); DAN 361  (performance and choreography); DAN 393  (dance science); DAN 250 , DAN 251  or DAN 255  (dance history and criticism); MA 170  (dance and arts administration); or DAN 361  and THE 101 (or THE 102) and THE 120 (dance and theatre). Dance majors who elect this internship to fulfill a 300-level major requirement and a college requirement of an off campus experience must take this course at the 300 level for a letter grade and for a maximum of three credit hours. Non-dance majors who elect this internship to fulfill the college requirement of an off-campus experience may take this course at the 200 level, either pass/no pass or for a letter grade. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Department.
  
  • DAN 291 - Light Design for Dance (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 230)
    Designed to develop an understanding of the technical production aspects of dance performance, this course is an overview of stage management and theatrical lighting concepts. Students will become familiar with basic production practices and vocabulary of the stage, with special emphasis on communication of lighting for dance. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Mion.
  
  • DAN 292 - Technical Application for the Stage (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 236)
    This course is designed to put into practice all the technical and theoretical applications learned in DAN 291 . Students will gain hands-on knowledge of stage management skills, lighting operation, and theatrical lighting concepts by working in the theater for large-scale dance performances throughout the semester. Prerequisite: DAN 291  (or concurrent registration). Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Mion.
  
  • DAN 293 - Dance Education-Elementary Level (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 215)
    Designed to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for teaching dance to children. Application of methods, materials, and activities that contribute to children’s expression and movement skills. Observation and teaching of children’s classes. Prerequisites: DAN 261  and ED 207  (or concurrent registration) or permission of instructor. Fall semester. Offered 2013-14 and alternate years. Southerland.
  
  • DAN 294 - Dance Education II-Secondary Level (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 216)
    Methodology of teaching technique in various styles of modern, ballet, and jazz, as well as dance composition for the secondary-school level. Development of curriculum and lesson planning. Dance production, observation, and student teaching in secondary schools. Prerequisites: DAN 261  and ED 207  (or concurrent registration) or permission of instructor. Fall semester. Offered 2014-15 and alternate years. Southerland.
  
  • DAN 295 - Goucher Repertory Dance Ensemble (1.5 Cr.)


    Performance in student, faculty, and guest-artist works in major concerts in Kraushaar Auditorium and the Todd Theatre, both fall and spring semesters. Qualified students may earn 1.5 credits per semester up to a maximum of six credits. Prerequisites: audition for, attendance at, and acceptance into at least two concert works per semester. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn.
  
  • DAN 296 - Dance Therapy I (3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 240)
    An overview of dance therapy exploring the meaning of movement as communication and expression. Development of an understanding of the theoretical concepts of dance therapy through selected reading and experiential movement. Prerequisites: DAN 260 , PSY 114, PSY 220 , and PSY 271 . Fall semester. Offered 2013-2014 and alternate years. Workeneh.
  
  • DAN 297 - Dance Therapy II (3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 241)
    Exploration of the variety of work settings and treatment goals related to different patient populations. Readings in specific problems, varied approaches, and volunteer fieldwork placement. Prerequisite: DAN 296 . Fall semester. Offered 2012-13 and alternate years. Workeneh.
  
  • DAN 298 - Labanotation (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 265)
    A systematic method of observation and notation of the basic essence of movement leading to a more detailed study of movement reading and writing based on the work of Laban and Knust with application to performance, choreography, dance criticism, dance history, dance therapy, theatre, and related arts. Application of this knowledge is then translated through the use of computer technology specific to the field of dance. This course fulfills the computer proficiency in the dance major requirement. Prerequisite: DAN 217  or DAN 220 . Fall semester. Woodson.
  
  • DAN 302 - Pointe III (1 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 113)
    Advanced-level pointe work for students at the advanced level of ballet. Students will develop skills for performance in pointe work. Open to students enrolled in DAN 222  and DAN 321 -DAN 324 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Horowicz.
  
  • DAN 309 - Internship in Dance (3- 4 Cr.)


    Off-campus experiences are available in the areas of dance education, dance therapy, performance and choreography, dance history and criticism, dance/arts administration, dance/theatre, and dance science. Prerequisites: preliminary interview; DAN 293  and/or DAN 294  (dance education); DAN 297  (dance therapy); DAN 361  (performance and choreography); DAN 393  (dance science); DAN 250 , DAN 251  or DAN 255  (dance history and criticism); BUS 170  (dance and arts administration); or DAN 361  and THE 101 (or THE 102) and THE 120  (dance and theatre). Dance majors who elect this internship to fulfill a 300-level major requirement and a college requirement of an off campus experience must take this course at the 300 level for a letter grade and for a maximum of three credit hours. Non-dance majors who elect this internship to fulfill the college requirement of an off-campus experience may take this course at the 200 level, either pass/no pass or for a letter grade. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Department.
  
  • DAN 311 - Advanced Modern Technique I (1.5-3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 205) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    An intensive course in modern dance employing various established techniques for a more complete development of skills and an understanding of the aesthetic criteria for the modern dance style. This course also poses questions for self-evaluation as a dancer. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignments, and attendance at dance concerts. Classes meeting twice a week are 1.5 credits; classes meeting four times a week are three credits. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 311, DAN 312 , and DAN 313  are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Pollard, Department.
  
  • DAN 312 - Advanced Modern Technique II (1.5-3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 206) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    An intensive course in modern dance employing various established techniques for a more complete development of skills and an understanding of the aesthetic criteria for the modern dance style. This course also poses questions for self-evaluation as a dancer. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignments, and attendance at dance concerts. Classes meeting twice a week are 1.5 credits; classes meeting four times a week are three credits. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 311 , DAN 312, and DAN 313  are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Pollard, Department.
  
  • DAN 313 - Advanced Modern Technique III (1.5-3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 207) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    An intensive course in modern dance employing various established techniques for a more complete development of skills and an understanding of the aesthetic criteria for the modern dance style. This course also poses questions for self-evaluation as a dancer. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignments, and attendance at dance concerts. Classes meeting twice a week are 1.5 credits; classes meeting four times a week are three credits. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 311 , DAN 312 , and DAN 313 are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Pollard, Department.
  
  • DAN 314 - Advanced Modern Technique IV (1.5-3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 208) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    Advanced work in modern dance technique for individual students who need to continue technical development at the advanced level to reach their fullest potential as performing artists. Includes instruction in advanced modern dance technique classes and individual coaching in aspects of techniques that need further analysis and refinement. Classes meeting twice a week are 1.5 credits; classes meeting four times a week are three credits. Prerequisite: DAN 313 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Pollard, Department.
  
  • DAN 315 - Advanced Modern Technique V (1.5-3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 209) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Ballet Technique course)
    Advanced work in modern dance technique for individual students who need to continue technical development at the advanced level to reach their fullest potential as performing artists. Includes instruction in advanced modern dance technique classes and individual coaching in aspects of techniques that need further analysis and refinement. Classes meeting twice a week are 1.5 credits; classes meeting four times a week are three credits. Prerequisite: DAN 313 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Pollard, Department.
  
  • DAN 321 - Advanced Ballet Technique I (1.5 OR 3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 210) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Intensive instruction in ballet and pointe through technique classes at the advanced level for a more complete development of technical skills and a more profound understanding of the aesthetic criteria for classical ballet. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignment, and attendance at dance concerts. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 321, DAN 322 , and DAN 323  are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox, Morris.
  
  • DAN 322 - Advanced Ballet Technique II (1.5 OR 3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 211) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Intensive instruction in ballet and pointe through technique classes at the advanced level for a more complete development of technical skills and a more profound understanding of the aesthetic criteria for classical ballet. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignment, and attendance at dance concerts. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 321 , DAN 322, and DAN 323  are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox, Morris.
  
  • DAN 323 - Advanced Ballet Technique III (1.5 OR 3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 212) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Intensive instruction in ballet and pointe through technique classes at the advanced level for a more complete development of technical skills and a more profound understanding of the aesthetic criteria for classical ballet. Theoretical knowledge of dance as an expressive art form is gained through lecture/discussion based on class work, required reading, observation, written assignment, and attendance at dance concerts. Prerequisite: placement or permission of instructor. DAN 321 , DAN 322 , and DAN 323 are to be elected in sequence. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox, Morris.
  
  • DAN 324 - Advanced Ballet Technique IV (1.5 OR 3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 213) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Advanced work in ballet technique for individual students who need to continue technical development at the advanced level to reach their fullest potential as performing artists. Includes instruction in advanced ballet technique classes and individual coaching in aspects of techniques that need further analysis and refinement. Prerequisite: DAN 323 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox, Morris.
  
  • DAN 325 - Advanced Ballet Technique V (1.5 OR 3 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 214) (GEN. ED. #9 with any other Modern Technique course)
    Advanced work in ballet technique for individual students who need to continue technical development at the advanced level to reach their fullest potential as performing artists. Includes instruction in advanced ballet technique classes and individual coaching in aspects of techniques that need further analysis and refinement. Prerequisite: DAN 323 . Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Ahearn, Fox, Morris.
  
  • DAN 361 - Advanced Choreography and Production (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 254)
    Theory and applied work in choreography and production that expands choreographic sensibilities, increases performance and compositional awareness, and enhances critical skills. Prerequisite: DAN 261 /DAN 262 . Corequisite: DAN 218  or above or permission of instructor. Spring semester. Pollard.
  
  • DAN 381 - Independent Work in Dance Performance (3-4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 299)
    Directed work in the field of dance technique focusing on performance skills. Prerequisite: DAN 311  or DAN 321  or above. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Department.
  
  • DAN 382 - Independent Work in Directed Readings (2-6 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 310)
    Directed readings in a field for which the student has the required background, such as dance therapy, dance history, dance education, dance/theatre, dance administration, or dance science. A formal written paper or presentation is required. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Department.
  
  • DAN 383 - Independent Work in Labanotation (1.5-4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 320)
    Intermediate to advanced studies in Labanotation. Prerequisites: DAN 298  and permission of the instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Woodson.
  
  • DAN 384 - Independent Work in Choreography (2-6 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 330)
    Advanced studies in choreography. Prerequisites: DAN 361  and permission of the instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Department.
  
  • DAN 385 - Independent Work in Dance History (2-6 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 340)
    Research and/or reconstruction project culminating in a research paper and/or performance of the reconstructed historical dances. Work may be carried out over one or two semesters. Prerequisites: two dance history courses and/or permission of the instructor. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Bond.
  
  • DAN 390 - Seminar in Dance Criticism, Theory, and Philosophy (4 Cr.)


    An integration of the theoretical and practical aspects of dance through the study of critical theory, dance aesthetics, dance criticism, dance journalism, theory and philosophy of dance as both an art form and as an ongoing discourse of the humanities. Through readings, discussions, and writings in diverse forms, this seminar provides a culminating experience for a dance major during the junior or senior year. This course fulfills the writing proficiency in the dance major requirement and represents a capstone course for the major. Prerequisite: junior or senior dance major. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Bond, Forrest.
  
  • DAN 391 - Professional Outreach Seminar (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 300)
    Capstone experience integrating dance within the liberal arts context. Students work cooperatively as a team to research and create, from concept to performance, a community outreach program. Prerequisites: junior or senior status and completion or concurrent enrollment in DAN 218 , DAN 221 , DAN 261 . Fall semester. Garofalo.
  
  • DAN 392 - Professional Outreach Workshop (1.5 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 301)
    Sequence to Professional Outreach Seminar. The focus of the course will be the fieldwork consisting of performances in schools and other community programs. Prerequisites: completion of DAN 391 . Ordinarily this course is to be taken in sequence within one academic year. Spring semester. Garofalo.
  
  • DAN 393 - Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dance (4 Cr.)

    (FORMERLY DAN 360)
    An analysis of human motion through a study of anatomy and principles of kinesiology in relation to dance techniques. Prerequisites: DAN 260  and junior or senior standing. Fall Semester and repeated spring semester. Horowicz.
  
  • DAN 450 - Senior Thesis (4/4 Cr.)


    Fall semester and spring semesters. Department.

Accademia Dell’Arte

  
  • DAN 242 - Dance Techniques, Performance, and Choreography (2 Cr.)


    This course combines daily techniques classes in modern dance and ballet. Students will be challenged by their confrontation with a European and specifically an Italian approach to special awareness, inter-personal sensitivity, and cultural references. Students will create original material for group choreographic projects, drawing on their heightened perceptions in a new and challenging cultural environment. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program.
  
  • DAN 243 - Extended Performance Topics (3 Cr.)


    This course exposes students to specific practices and aesthetic traditions that can serve to deepen student’s understanding of the aesthetic range of their art as well as specific structure of their corporal techniques. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program.
  
  • DAN 244 - The Philosophy of Art and Performance (3 Cr.)


    Through an exploration of the development of mass production, the fragmentation and specialization of life and work, the development of the information age, the commodification of culture, the compression of time and space, the disassociation of the body and the aesthetic shifts that have accompanied these developments, this class will philosophically analyze the significance of each. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program.
  
  • DAN 245 - Tarantismo and Popular Dance of the Mediterranean (3 Cr.)


    Interdisciplinary course of dance and theatre takes its inspiration from the phenomenon of the traditional Pizzica and Tarantismo in Italy in order to introduce the popular culture of Italy and the Mediterranean and its relation to myth and history. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program.
  
  • IT 105 - Italian Language ()



Economics

  
  • EC 100 - Introduction to Economics (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10) (LER – SSC)
    A general introduction to the subject matter and analytical tools of economics. Intended for non-majors who would like to learn about the ways economics can be used to explain behavior and form policy. This course does not count toward the major or minor in economics. Students who have taken EC 101  and/or EC 102  may not take this course for credit. Variable semesters. Shamshak.
  
  • EC 101 - Principles of Economics: Micro (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10) (LER – SSC)
    An introduction to methods of analysis used by modern economists to study social phenomena and to develop policy proposals. Emphasis on the motivations of individuals and groups in social and economic interaction, with particular attention to the study of product, labor, and international markets. Prerequisites: The course is open to students meeting one of three conditions: 1) Math placement results above the MA 160 level; 2) completion of, or simultaneous enrollment in,   ; 3) completion of, or simultaneous enrollment in   , plus completion of   with a grade of A- or A. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Harris, Carter.
  
  • EC 102 - Principles of Economics: Macro (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10) (LER–SSC)
    An introduction to the basic concepts and measurements of national economic well-being, emphasizing the models used by modern economists to analyze and predict changes in incomes, prices, and employment in any national economy. Exploration of the growing importance of international economic changes on domestic standards of living. Prerequisites: The course is open to students meeting one of three conditions: 1) Math placement results above the MA 160 level; 2) completion of, or simultaneous enrollment in,   ; 3) completion of, or simultaneous enrollment in   , plus completion of   with a grade of A- or A. Fall semester, repeated spring semester. Carter, Shamshak.
  
  • EC 206 - Economic and Business Statistics (4 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #5) (LER – MR)
    An introduction to the use and interpretations of statistics in economics and business. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis. Prerequisite: EC 101  or EC 102  Fall semester. Carter.
  
  • EC 216 - Intermediate Micro Theory (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above).
    Contemporary theory of resource allocation and its applications. Theories of consumer decision making. Analysis of the behavior and decisions of the business firm. Determination of price; output; and wage, rent, interest, and profit incomes under various market structures. Prerequisite: EC 101 , and   or placement into   (or above). Fall semester. Harris.
  
  • EC 217 - Intermediate Macro Theory (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added additional prerequisite of MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above).
    Modern theory of the national income determination; analysis of monetary and fiscal policies; and their relation to problems of inflation, unemployment, and economic growth. Prerequisite: EC 102 , and   or placement into   (or above). Spring semester. Carter.
  
  • EC 223 - Law and Economics (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added additional prerequisite of MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above).
    Introduces the use of economic analysis to evaluate the impact of alternative legal rules. Particular emphasis is given to the public policy implications of using economic efficiency as the criterion by which one chooses between potential rules in the traditional common-law areas of property law, contract law, and tort law. Prerequisite:  , and   or placement into   (or above). Spring semester. Offered 2012-13 and alternate years. Carter.
  
  • EC 225 - Environmental Economics (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #11) (LER–ENV)
    A survey of techniques and topics in environmental economics, beginning with the theory of market failure and externalities. Examples will be drawn from the U.S. and global experience dealing with problems such as air pollution, water pollution, and solid wastes, etc. Particular emphasis will be placed on cost-benefit analysis, contingent valuation studies, statistical valuation of life, and the implementation of policies that achieve environmental goals and economic efficiency. Prerequisite EC 101 , and   or placement into   (or above). Fall semester. Shamshak.
  
  • EC 227 - Business and Government (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above).
    Analysis of the role of government in regulating business, especially oligopoly and monopoly social costs and benefits of various types of market structure. Examination of antitrust policy and environmental and safety regulations. Prerequisite: EC 101 , and   or placement into   (or above). Spring semester. Variable years. Harris.
  
  • EC 240 - Field Work in Economics (3-4 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added additional prerequisite of MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above).
    Work in selected business firms, banks, and government agencies, usually in the Baltimore-Washington area. Projects planned jointly by student, director, and participating field supervisors. Prerequisites: junior or senior major in economics, permission of instructor,   or placement into   or above. Graded pass/no pass only. May not be repeated for credit. Department.
  
  • EC 241 - Money, Banking, and Monetary Policy (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #10)
    Commercial banking, the Federal Reserve System, and other financial institutions are analyzed as a framework for understanding monetary theory and policy. Effectiveness of monetary policy, its relation to other stabilization tools, and proposals for its reform. Prerequisites: EC 101 , EC 102 , and   or placement into   (or above). Spring semester. Carter.
  
  • EC 242 - Public Finance and Fiscal Policy (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #10)
    Theory and practice of public expenditure and taxation. Allocation of resources between the public and private sectors to promote balanced economic growth and the general welfare. Effects of taxation and spending on economic efficiency and the distribution of income and wealth. Prerequisite: EC 101 , EC 102 , and   or placement into   (or above). Variable Semesters. Shamshak.
  
  • EC 250 - Industrial Organization (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #10)
    Theory of the firm and industrial organization under perfect and imperfect competition. Analysis of restrictive and discriminatory practices by competitive type; relative levels of advertising, research, and development. Prerequisite: EC 101 , and   or placement into   (or above). Spring semester. Variable years. Harris.
  
  • EC 265 - Selected Topics in Economics (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #10)
    Selected topics of current interest. Topics are announced prior to registration. May be repeated for credit if topic is different. Prerequisite: specific economics courses at the 100 level depending upon the topic,   or placement into   (or above). Variable semesters. Department.
  
  • EC 271 - International Trade (3 Cr.)

    Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added additional prerequisite of MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #10)
    The balance of payments and monetary problems of the international economy. The role of exchange rates, capital movements, the international adjustment mechanism, gold, and paper currency. International monetary reform. Import quotas, tariffs, common markets and their restraints on trade in the domestic and world economy. Prerequisites: EC 101 , EC 102 , and   or placement into   (or above). Variable years. Mutlu.
  
  • EC 290 - Internship in Economics (3 Cr.)


  
  • EC 318 - Introduction to Mathematical Economics (3 Cr.)


    An introduction to set theory, mathematical functions, and matrix manipulation. Constrained optimization techniques with special emphasis on utility maximization and firm profit maximization. Solving simple Keynesian simultaneous equation models and reduced-form equations. Prerequisites: EC 216  and EC 217  (may be taken concurrently with EC 217) and MA 170 . Spring semester. Variable years. Harris.
  
  • EC 320 - Econometrics (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10)
    The development of statistical techniques and application to empirical economic analysis. Topics include specification and estimation of regression models, inference in regression models, autocorrelation, and heteroscedasticity. Time-series analysis and simultaneous equation models. A substantial amount of empirical work is included. Prerequisites: EC 206 , EC 216 , and EC 217 . Fall semester. Carter.
  
  • EC 325 - Economics of Global Food Production (NEW COURSE) (3 Cr.)


    This course will explore the interdependence of agriculture, aquaculture and fisheries with regard to the global production of food. Topics to be discussed include: Global agriculture production; global hunger and malnutriition; sustainable food production; global fisheries production; global aquaculture production; the role of technology in food production; genetically modified foods; eco-labeling; and the local food movement. Prerequisite:  . Every other year.
  
  • EC 396 - Seminar in Microeconomics (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #7 and #10)
    Integrative seminar for majors involving the advanced study of theory and applications of microeconomic analysis. Research into current public policy problems. Prerequisite: EC 216  and   recommended. Open to economics majors or to others with consent of the instructor. Spring semester. Harris.
  
  • EC 397 - Seminar in Macroeconomics (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #7 and #10)
    Integrative seminar for majors involving advanced study of theory and applications of macroeconomic analysis, including theories of money, general price level, interest rates, income, employment, and supply side economics. Prerequisite: EC 217 ; Pre- or corequisite: EC 320 . Open to economics majors or to others with consent of the instructor. Fall semester. Carter.
  
  • EC 400 - Independent Work in Economics (1.5-4 Cr.)


    Fall and spring semesters; summer. Department.

Education

  
  • ED 101 - Child Development (4 Cr.)

    (LER – SSC)
    Major theories of child development. Physical, perceptual, cognitive, language, emotional, and social development of the child. Impact of diverse family structures, schools, and culture on development of the child. Influence of race, sex, and social class differences on development and child-rearing practices. Thirty hours of internship in elementary school classroom, Tuesday or Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Fall semester. Smith.
  
  • ED 101F - Child Development (1 Cr.)


    Field work only. Requires permission of the chair of the department.
  
  • ED 103 - Adolescent Development (3-4 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10) (LER – SSC AND DIV)
    Adolescent development in historical and theoretical perspective. Physical maturation and its psychosocial implications. Gender, racial, ethnic, cross-cultural, social class, and sexual orientation differences and commonalties in the transition from childhood to adulthood. Diverse family living patterns and increasing stress in today’s society and their influences on the developmental process. The adolescent as risk-taker and problems encountered growing up in today’s world. Thirty hours internship in an alternative school or community-service-type setting required of all students preparing for certification at the secondary level. Students thus electing the course for four credit hours must reserve Tuesday or Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Fall semester. Cornish.
  
  • ED 207 - Psychological and Developmental Foundations of Education (3-4 Cr.)


    The nature and theories of learning and development. Topics include cognitive development; the development of concepts of time, space, and numbers; classification and causality; reinforcement; transfer of training; memory and forgetting; common patterns of learning difficulties; and principles of teaching and learning. Students electing course for four credit hours must reserve Tuesday or Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon to complete a 30-hour internship. All students preparing for secondary education certification must elect the internship option for four credits Prerequisites: ED 101  or ED 103  and SPE 100  or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Smith.
  
  • ED 210 - Development of Education in the United States (3 Cr.)


    Educational theories and practices in America from the 17th century to the present, in relation to social, economic, political, and intellectual forces. Consideration of inequality in educational opportunities for women and racial and ethnic groups. Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Velder.
  
  • ED 215 - Issues in Education (3 Cr.)

    (GEN. ED. #10)
    Analysis of current issues in education, including educational policies, accountability, mainstreaming, role of education in society, multicultural education, postmodernism, critical pedagogy, testing, teacher training, urban education, women and education, and education as a profession. Prerequisite: one course in education or the social sciences. Spring semester. Velder.
  
  • ED 221 - Assessment and Evaluation in Education (3 Cr.)


    Theories and basic principles of test construction. Standardization procedures and interpretation and survey of norm-referenced achievement and aptitude tests. Use of criterion-referenced tests. Individual diagnosis of reading and arithmetic competencies. Use and interpretation of individual intelligence tests. Construction of informal assessment devices. Systems of evaluating and reporting learning outcomes. Prerequisite: ED 207  or permission of the instructor. Fall semester. Smith.
  
  • ED 222 - Foundation of Reading and Language Arts: Processes, Acquisition, and Instruction of Reading (6 Cr.)


    Concepts, theories, and instructional approaches to reading and language development, including strategies for beginning readers. Special attention to scientifically based reading research on the components of the reading process, including phonemic awareness, word analysis, word recognition, fluency, meaning vocabulary, and comprehension. Students must reserve Tuesday and Thursday mornings for internship. Prerequisites: ED 207  and permission of instructor. This course has been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education as fulfilling Processes and Acquisition of Reading and Instruction of Reading for initial certification and recertification. Spring semester. Longo.
  
  • ED 241 - Materials for Teaching Reading (3 Cr.)


    Analysis of materials needed to motivate, plan for, and instruct readers. Experience with texts for a variety of reading purposes. Application of scientifically based reading research criteria for selecting, retrieving, and evaluating materials. Consideration given to multicultural materials, text quality, electronic media, and the role of parents in promoting reading. Prerequisite: ED 222 . This course has been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education as fulfilling Materials for Teaching Reading for initial certification and recertification. January intersession. Longo
 

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