University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Oct 26, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

DAN 465 - Dance History II

(3 units)
Historical concepts, systems, traditions, and related arts of dance since 1900.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): DAN 101 .

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. explain important historical periods in concert dance from the 20th century through present day and characterize the confluence of events that led to advancements during these periods.
2. demonstrate how their personal dance histories coincide with specific concert dance lineages.
3. use research tools to locate information about a historical time period; synthesize research materials and their significances.
4. identify significant dance artists in dance history (from the 20th century to present) and explain the contributions these artists made to the field of dance.


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