email: jdevlin@otterbein.edu                                                  


                             OBJECTIVE:   To introduce the *various styles and chronology of popular swing dance.  
                                  Through this course you will learn the coordination, rhythms and lead/follow
                                  techniques, which will enable you to dance with a variety of partners.

                            DRESS:   Ballroom or jazz dance shoes are most appropriate Running shoes are not acceptable.

                            GRADING: Effort 50%,  personal progress [rather than ability ] 50%
                                EXCEPTIONAL Work                  A  93 Or More Points A- 90-92
                                ABOVE Average Work                     B+ 87-89, B 83-86 B- 80-82            
                                AVERAGE Work                     C+ 77-79, C 73-76, C-70-72            
                                Passing Work                               D+ 67-69, D 63-66 D- 60-62  
                                Failing                                 F   59-Or Less Points

                                      There are 4 excused absences, you do not have to show proof.  
                                Each additional absence will lower your grade one step, e.g.: A to A-, or B+ to B etc.
                                Points lost through tardiness [lateness, improper attire]: First = 0 Each additional = 2.    

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