Research Starters
We all use Wikipedia, but if you want something authoritative and reliable, Britannica® Academic is a great option. Like all encyclopedias, this source is a good way to find background information on a topic.
- Encyclopedia Britannica - Academic This link opens in a new windowIf the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access Britannica Academic.
Opposing Viewpoints is a great source for information about current events, especially controversial ones. They provide a wide variety of sources on each topic - everything from opinion essays to scholarly articles. We recommend this source when you're having difficulty coming up with a topic. It's also a good tool if you already have an idea, but aren't sure what direction to take.
- Opposing Viewpoints In Context (Gale) This link opens in a new window
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This source is very similar to Opposing Viewpoints in Context - it's a good place to look for information on controversial issues.
- Points of View Reference Center This link opens in a new windowIf the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access Points of View Reference Center.
Background
Use these sources to focus your topic, build a vocabulary, and find additional sources as you begin your research.
- Serge Diaghilev and His World: A Centennial Celebration of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, 1909–1929Features material concerning the Ballets Russes, one of the most influential dance companies of the twentieth century.
- Andros on BalletA collection of short entries about ballet history and classical ballet technique written by Dick Andros
Choreography
- The Intimate Act Of Choreography, 1982Also available in print: GV1782.5 .B55 1982
- ChoreographyGV1782.5 .M56 1986
- Choreography ObservedGV1782.5 .A53 1987
- DancefilmGV1779 .B73 2011
History of Dance
Jazz Dance, 2014 by Call Number: GV1784 .J38 2014
American Dance by Call Number: GV1623 .F84 2014
African American Dance by Call Number: GV1624.7.A34 G53 2007
The Dance Experience by Call Number: GV1595 .N3 2003
Plan Your Research
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The Assignment Calculator can help you plan your work. Don't forget to email yourself the schedule, or print it - both options are at the bottom of the page.