Information Package / Course Catalogue
Modern Dance and Choreography
Course Code: REKB221
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 1
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

To teach the basic knowledge and techniques of modern dance and choreography in theory and practice.

Course Content

In accordance with the principles of contemporary dance, the acquisition of basic movement skills, the teaching and learning of reflecting emotions through these skills, choreography related topics are discussed.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Applies fundamental movement techniques of modern dance.
2.Develops creative thinking and movement design skills in choreography.
3.Establishes aesthetic harmony between rhythm, music, and movement.
4.Performs in a synchronized and coordinated manner within a group.
5.Demonstrates awareness of stage arrangement and spatial use.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Sandra Minton. (1992). Modern dance: Body and Mind. Thomson Learning.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to the course; concepts of modern dance and choreography
Week 2 - Theoretical
Body awareness, breathing, and core alignment
Week 3 - Practice
Warm-up, stretching, and movement flow
Week 4 - Theoretical
Floor work, weight transfer, and movement planes
Week 5 - Practice
Rhythm-music connection and improvisation exercises
Week 6 - Practice
Basic dance motifs and expressive movement
Week 7 - Practice
Use of space and stage awareness
Week 8 - Theoretical
Midterm Exam (Performance and/or Written)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Introduction to choreography: structure, theme, form
Week 10 - Practice
Individual choreography practices
Week 11 - Practice
Group choreography: collaboration and synchronization
Week 12 - Practice
Stage transitions, entrances, exits, and continuity
Week 13 - Practice
Preparation of final performances
Week 14 - Practice
Final presentations and general evaluation
Week 15 - Final Exam
final
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Practice143384
Term Project1516
Individual Work24110
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes