I. ASCRC General Education Form (revised 9/15/09)
Use to propose new general education courses (except writing courses), to change existing
gen ed courses and to remove designations for existing gen ed courses.
Note: One-time-only general education designation may be requested for experimental courses
(X91-previously X95), granted only for the semester taught. A NEW request must be
submitted for the course to receive subsequent general education status.
Group
III. Language
VII: Social Sciences
(submit
III Exception: Symbolic Systems * VIII: Ethics & Human Values
separate forms X IV: Expressive Arts
IX: American & European
if requesting
V: Literary & Artistic Studies
X: Indigenous & Global
more than one
VI: Historical & Cultural Studies
XI: Natural Sciences
general
w/ lab  w/out lab 
education
group
*Courses proposed for this designation must be standing requirements of
designation)
majors that qualify for exceptions to the modern and classical language
requirement
Dept/Program School of Theatre & Dance
Course #
U DANC 170A
Course Title
Prerequisite
Dance Forms: Tribal Style Belly
Credits
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Michele Antonioli, Head of Dance
Division
x2875
michele.antonioli@umontana.edu
Program
Mark Dean
Chair
x2879
Dean
Dr. Stephen Kalm
x4970
III. Type of request
New
One-time only
X
Reason for Gen Ed inclusion, change or deletion
2
Date
Instructor
Contact
Phone / Email
Description of change
Change
Remove
Tribal style belly dance has been previously
taught as a special topic course. We now
wish to add this specific course to the number
of varying styles that have their own course
numbers under the Dance Forms
classification to signify each course’s unique
world dance form. Other courses falling under
the general Dance Forms classification are
already designated as fulfilling Group IV;
DANC 170A will do so as well.
IV. Description and purpose of new general education course: General Education courses
must be introductory and foundational within the offering department or within the General
Education Group. They must emphasize breadth, context, and connectedness; and relate course
content to students’ future lives: See Preamble:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/archives/minutes/gened/GE_preamble.aspx
Dance Forms: Tribal Style Belly is a dance technique class that teaches specific styles of belly-dance
technique. It is a studio course that meets each criterion for the Expressive Arts Perspective. Students
learn technique in the dance style and apply these techniques and processes in the learning of dance
phrases and combinations. Students incorporate movement structures through learning dance language
and terminology for purposes of conveying meaning through dance. All technique students are required to
attend dance performances and write a critique that reflects upon and critically assesses the merits of
others’ work. These same assessment processes are used in class to reflect upon their own work and the
work of peers. The technique class allows students to perceive and articulate the relevance of artistic
expression in human experience.
V. Criteria: Briefly explain how this course meets the criteria for the group. See:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/documents/forms/GE_Criteria5-1-08.aspx
Courses guide students, whether in individual or Students physically experience dance
group settings, to acquire foundational skills to
kinesthetically. The mode of instruction includes
engage in the creative process and/or in
attention to the following areas, which lead to
interpretive performance.
technical formation of the dancer and familiarity
with the dance language: alignment, centering,
balance work; basic locomotion, basic axial
movement-flexion, extension, rotation; elevationtechniques, rhythmic awareness; basic positions
of the arms and feet; simple turns with and
without spotting; flexibility and strengthening
exercises; use of breath and vocalization.
Through direct experience (for example,
attendance and involvement with live
performance, exhibitions, workshops, and
readings), they will engage in critical assessment
of their own work and the work of others.
Students reflect on and critically assess the
merits of their work in three main ways:
1. Students are required to attend three dance
concerts during a semester of dance
technique. They are encouraged to
voluntarily see all available dance
performances. The instructor requires a
written critique for these performances.
Guidelines are distributed prior to the
concert. Students must write a critique
referring to specific examples, so it is
recommended that they take notes either
during or after the concerts.
2. Students are required to perform their own
original compositions. Professors conduct
class discussion where students are held
responsible for the critique of their own work
and the creations of their peers.
3. A Dance Program critique of the Dance
Showcase is held every semester with
outside critics invited to share their
reflections on the merits of the
choreography. Choreographers are
required to attend and dancers are highly
encouraged to attend. The critique
generally lasts two hours and is held the
week following the production.
VI. Student Learning Goals: Briefly explain how this course will meet the applicable learning
goals. See: http://umt.edu/facultysenate/documents/forms/GE_Criteria5-1-08.aspx
Analyze works of art with respect to structure
Through attending performances of local
and significance within literary and artistic
companies and national/international
traditions, including emergent movements and
professional companies, and through viewing
forms.
dance works on video/DVD, students will
understand and differentiate between different
dance genres and the major forms that have
shaped the medium of dance.
The dance program values critique as part of the
learning goals of all dance students. All students
who study tribal belly dance are required to
attend concerts and write critiques about the
quality of the work they are seeing. In addition,
students are involved in class critiques where
they critique their own work and the work of their
peers. Students also participate in a Formal
Critique conducted by a guest critic from the
Missoula community.
VII. Justification: Normally, general education courses will not carry pre-requisites, will carry
at least 3 credits, and will be numbered at the 100-200 level. If the course has more than one
pre-requisite, carries fewer than three credits, or is upper division (numbered above the 200
level), provide rationale for exception(s).
We respectfully request an exception for this two-credit class. The requirements for the course, while
physically rigorous, equal the number of hours required for two credits, as many of our other 100-level
Group IV dance courses do. Rather than increase the credits and thus the course requirements, we feel
the two-credit designation is sensible and reasonable.
VIII. Syllabus: Paste syllabus below or attach and send digital copy with form.  The syllabus
should clearly describe how the above criteria are satisfied. For assistance on syllabus
preparation see: http://teaching.berkeley.edu/bgd/syllabus.html
Develop coherent arguments that critique these
works from a variety of approaches, such as
historical, aesthetic, cultural, psychological,
political, and philosophical.
The University of Montana
SCHOOL OF THEATRE & DANCE
DANC 170A, Dance Forms: Tribal Style Belly Dance
2 credits
Instructor Information
 Kelli Marie Neumayer
 missooLaLa@yahoo.com
 (406) 531 -1833
 www.KellimarieBellyD.com
ALL Class Meetings
 Time: 1 – 3 PM
 Days: Monday – Friday
 Location: PARTV Room 035 (Ballet Studio)
 Final Day: January 20 from 1 – 3 PM, same location
 Course length: January 3 – January 20. NOTE: January 16th is a Holiday: no class
Materials
 Notebook, pen/pencil
 Proper Attire – (NO JEANS, NO SHORTS) workout pants or dance pants,
Dance/Sports Bra, T-Shirt, Bare Feet or Jazz Ballet Shoes
Course Description
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History and Origins
Health and Fitness benefits (Physical and Emotional)
Concepts, Mental Imagery, Learning Strategies
Fundamental Movements and Dance Steps
o Primary
 Warm Up
 Basic Position
 Hip Isolations
 Chest Isolations
 Arm and Hand Movements
 Traveling Steps
o Secondary
 Combination Dance Steps
 Group Choreography
 Improvisation
 Cues and Transitions
Course Objectives
This course will provide a foundation in fundamental movements, rhythms, history and
culture as it relates to Tribal Style Belly dance. We will explore the differences between the
various Tribal styles of dance, costuming, and music and how fusion has played a role in the
development of this dance in America.
Physical benefits may include: increased flexibility, range of motion, muscle strength,
improved balance, coordination, and posture. Emotional benefits may include stress reduction,
improved self- confidence and self- esteem, overall sense of body awareness and creativity.
Policies
 Traditional Grading will be determined by attendance, participation, quizzes, research
papers and final recital
 Attendance/Absence/Tardiness will affect your final grade
 Students with Access/Special Needs
Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting
me. The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through
collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability
Services for Students (DSS). “Reasonable” means the University permits no
fundamental alterations of academic standards or retroactive
modifications. For more information, please consult http://life.umt.edu/dss/.
Class Dynamics
As an instructor I try to provide a relaxed atmosphere of learning to encourage personal
and spiritual growth. We shall explore this unique dance with the intention of preserving the
culture, raising the level of awareness, and presenting this discipline as a true art form.
Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic
penalty by the course instructor and/or disciplinary sanction by the University. All students
need to be familiar with the Student Conduct Code. The Code is available for review online at
http://life.umt.edu/vpsa/student_conduct.php.
All Theatre & Dance students must have an in-depth knowledge of the practices and procedures
outlined in the School of Theatre & Dance Student Handbook. The Handbook is available
online at http://www.umt.edu/theatredance/about/handbook.
There is inherent risk involved in many Theatre & Dance classes as they are very physical in
nature. Please proceed through class, shop time, or rehearsal with caution. Always be mindful
of your personal safety and the safety of others. Students participating in
class/shop/rehearsal/performance do so at their own risk.
Procedure/Policy
You are expected to abide by the following School of Theatre & Dance regulations. Eating,
drinking, or gum chewing during the class are not permitted. Please let me know in writing if
you have a medical exception to this policy. Water in a capped container is acceptable.
Absolutely no weapons, real or fake, are allowed in the classroom. Late work is not accepted;
this includes late or unprepared performances. Students are encouraged to wear appropriate
movement attire to class. There is inherent risk involved in many Theatre & Dance classes, as
they are very physical in nature. Please proceed through class, shop time, or rehearsal with
caution. Always be mindful of your personal safety and the safety of others. Students
participating in class/shop/rehearsal/performance do so at their own risk.
Please note: Approved general education changes will take effect next fall.
General education instructors will be expected to provide sample assessment items and
corresponding responses to the Assessment Advisory Committee.