D 186/187: Ballet 2/3 Sp26 (Moses Meta 41195 41196)

Lane Community College Arts Division

Performing Arts Department

Spring Term 2026

COURSE INFORMATION SHEET

Course Numbers & Titles:

• D 186 Ballet 2 CRN 41195

• D 187 Ballet 3 CRN 41196

Credits: 2

Class Time: 2:00–3:20PM Building 5, Room 136

Instructor: Florabelle Moses

Email: mosesf@lanecc.edu

Office Hours: M-Th: 1:30-2:00PM

• Or by appointment in the studio (Building 5, Room 136)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Description

This course explores classical ballet vocabulary and technique as a foundational

movement practice that supports dancers working across contemporary and

multiple dance idioms. Through progressively refined barre and center floor

exercises, students develop alignment, coordination, musicality, strength, and

expressive clarity. Emphasis is placed on individual embodiment, reflective

practice, and the application of ballet principles to a wide range of movement

practices.Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate:

• Increased proficiency in classical ballet technique and vocabulary

• Improved understanding of alignment, coordination, and efficient use of

the body in motion

• The ability to retain, perform, and adapt short movement phrases

• Increased strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance applicable across

dance forms

• Greater awareness of musicality, spatial intention, and expressive choice

• The ability to critically reflect on personal movement habits, technical

development, and learning processes

• An understanding of how ballet technique can inform and support

contemporary dance practices and individual artistic expression

GRADING POLICY:

Students may earn a total of 100 points, distributed as follows:

1. Class Etiquette

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50 points

• Be prompt (more than five minutes late counts as an absence)

• Arrive warmed up

• Wear proper attire (leotard, tights, ballet shoes; hair pulled off the face)

• Be mentally, physically, and emotionally prepared

• Bring personal supplies (water, tape, etc.)

• Be present and actively engaged for the entire class

2. Positive Attitude

–

10 points

• Listen with your body and heart• Be responsive, alert, and open-minded

• Respect the instructor, classmates, and yourself

• Be open to change and willing to take risks

3. Classwork / Homework

–

20 points

• Ask appropriate questions

• Learn from corrections given to others and apply them to yourself

• Integrate corrections in a timely way

• “Really dance” from the beginning to the end of class

• Practice and apply correct body placement and positions

4. Other Assessments

–

20 points

• Two quizzes: week 4 and 8 (10 points each)

Week 10 Open Show: Tuesday June 2 @ 3pm

Attendance and full participation are required and count toward the student’s

final participation grade.

GENERAL ASSIGNMENTS

This lecture/lab course is primarily an activity-based class. Concepts are

introduced and practiced in class, and skills and abilities are developed

progressively throughout the 10-week term.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

• For classes meeting twice a week, two absences are allowed without

impact on the final grade

• Each additional absence lowers the final grade by one letter• Arriving more than five minutes late counts as one absence

• Late arrival requires instructor permission to participate that day

Illness or Injury

• Students may observe class up to two times without being marked absent

• After two observations, students are encouraged to consider changing

their grading option to Pass/No Pass or Audit

Students are expected to communicate with the instructor and their advisor if

circumstances affect their ability to participate fully.

Extra Credit Opportunities

Attendance at the following performances may count toward extra credit:

• Eugene Ballet – Petrushka & AI Ballet (April 11–12, Hult Center)

• The Works: LCC Student Works (May 15-16)

• Student Dance Concert (May 28–30)

• Eugene Ballet – Alice in Wonderland (May 30–31, Hult Center)

• Duck Jam Hip-Hop: (June 4)

• Dema African Ensemble (June 5-6)

Dance supplies

Dancer’s Closet

576 Olive Street, Eugene

Accessibility and Accommodations:

Lane Community College is committed to creating inclusive learning

environments. The Center for Accessible Resources (CAR) coordinates

academic accommodations for students with disabilities.

To request accommodations or assistance, contact:

• Phone: (541) 463-5150

• Email: accessibleresources@lanecc.edu