Name of Course: Dance Jazz I
Course Name & Number:
KINE 1113
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Description: An introductory
course designed for the student with little or no previous training. Primary
emphasis on jazz technique; placement and alignment of the body, footwork,
stretches musicality, and other preparatory work necessary for the
establishment of a basic foundation. Different styles of jazz dance such as
musical theatre, television, and movie styles are explored.
Text/Materials:
Required text covered
on the first day of class.
Appropriate attire will be discussed the first day of class as well as required materials for class.
Instructional Methodology: This class is an activity and participation course; the specific task/exercise(s) for students to complete will be demonstrated. Students will then complete the task/exercise(s) to the best of their ability.
Course Rationale: The purpose of this course is to learn the specific skills and/or the techniques of the activity. By actively participating in an activity class, the student may gain health benefits such as increased cardiovascular endurance, improved body composition, increased flexibility, increased muscular endurance and increased muscular strength. Participating in activity classes lead s to a healthier lifestyle.
Departmental
Objectives:
1.To learn the rules, fundamentals, skills and strategies of Jazz dance.
2. To learn how to correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the equipment/facilities safely.
3. To understand how Kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle.
Grades: A= 90-100% (90-100 points)
B=
80-89% (80-89 points)
C=70-79%
(70-79 points)
D=60-69%
(60-69 points)
F=0-59%
(0-59 points)
Grades are based upon attendance, participation and tests. If you have any questions concerning grading, please ask your instructor. The specific grading requirements for this course are as follows:
Please see instructor’s syllabus.
Course Policies:
ALL students will complete health form prior to participating in class. Those students who require modification of any specific activity or exercise need to inform the instructor as soon as possible.
Cell phones, food, gum, and soft drinks are not allowed in classrooms/workout areas.
Proper workout shoes and clothing are required.
Attendance: All students are expected to attend classes. Non-attendance will have an impact on the student’s grade. The specific attendance policy for this particular class is as follows:
Please see instructor’s syllabus.
Withdrawal:
It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from a course. Instructors are allowed to withdraw students
but students must not rely on their instructor to withdraw them if they wish to
withdraw.
Incomplete: An incomplete (I) will be granted to a student in rare circumstances. Generally, to receive a grade of I, a student must have completed all examinations and assignments to date, be passing, and have personal circumstances that prevent course completion that occur after the deadline to withdraw with a grade of W.
Austin Community College policies for Academic
Freedom, Scholastic Dishonesty, Student Discipline, and Students with
Disabilities are as follows:
Scholastic Dishonesty: Acts prohibited by the College for which
discipline may be administered include scholastic dishonesty, including but not
limited to cheating on an exam or quiz, plagiarizing, and unauthorized
collaboration with another in preparing outside work. Academic work submitted
by students shall be the result of their thought, research or self-expression.
Academic work is defined as, but not limited to tests, quizzes, whether taken
electronically or on paper; projects, either individual or group; classroom
presentations, and homework” (Student Handbook http://www.austincc.edu/handbook
). Penalties for scholastic
dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from
lowering a grade on one assignment to an F in the course and/or expulsion from
this institution.
Academic Freedom: Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in class. In any classroom situation that includes discussion and critical thinking, there are bound to be many differing viewpoints. These differences enhance the learning experience and create an atmosphere where students and instructors alike will be encouraged to think and learn. On sensitive and volatile topics, students may sometimes disagree not only with each other but also with the instructor. It is expected that faculty and students will respect the views of others when expressed in classroom discussions. Students may achieve their course goals by more than one method.
Student Discipline: Classroom behavior should support and enhance
learning. Behavior that disrupts the learning process will be dealt with
appropriately, which may include having the student leave class for the rest of
that day. In serious cases,
disruptive behavior may lead to a student being withdrawn from the class.
ACC's policy on student discipline can be found in the Student Handbook.
OSD (Office of Students with
Disabilities) Statement: Each ACC
campus offers support services for students with documented physical or
psychological disabilities. Students
with disabilities must request reasonable accommodations through the Office for
Students with Disabilities on the campus where they expect to take the majority
of their classes. Students are encouraged to do this three weeks before the
start of the semester” (Student Handbook).
Adding or dropping a course (schedule changes): Students may add or drop a course before open registration ends or during the session’s official schedule change (add/drops) period. See the course schedule for information on add/drops procedures, deadlines, and tuition refunds.
Withdrawing
from a course: Students may withdraw
from one or more courses prior to the withdrawal deadline by submitting a
request form to Admissions and Records. Withdrawal deadlines are published in the academic calendar. Withdrawal
courses appear on the student’s record with a grade of W. Until a student is officially withdrawn, the student
remains on the class roll and may receive a grade of F for the course.
Students
are responsible for understanding the impact withdrawing from a course may have
on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, international student status, and
academic standing. Students are urged to consult with their instructor or an
advisor before making schedule changes.
Per
state law, students enrolling for the first time in fall 2007 or later at any
Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six
courses during their undergraduate college career. Some exemptions for good
cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count
toward this limit. Students are encouraged to carefully select courses; contact
an advisor or counselor for assistance.