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Dance 101: Dance Resources

Dance section in the Main Library

Generally, books about Dance are going to be found on the 4th floor of main library under this call number:

GV1580-1799.4  Dancing

Dance

Use Primo to search for information on specific types of dances. 

Search the Library Catalog

Tips for Searching the Library Catalog:

  • Choose the search scope by selecting either UI + Summit + Articles (all materials); UI + Summit (items owned by UI and member libraries); or UI Library Only (items owned only by the UI Library).   
  • Limiting your search: Start with a basic search and once you find a book that seems to be about your topic, you can use the format and/or other options located on the left to further narrow your search.
  • On the Advanced Search page, the year, language, and location (to name a few options) of items can be limited.
  • Subject headings can be a great way to narrow in on your topic.

Visual Resources for Dance

Search Physical Education Index

Search Physical Education Index for articles about Dance and other related subjects. Click "Finding Dance Articles" to learn more!

Scholarly vs. Popular


Peer Reviewed (Scholarly or Refereed) Journal Articles

  • Reviewed and critiqued by experts in the author's field
  • Highly respected in academia
  • Have footnotes, endnotes, or bibliographies
  • Usually include an abstract
  • Include author's credentials and institutional affiliation

Magazine Articles

  • Written for the general public
  • Contain advertising
  • Reviewed by editors
  • Limited references
  • Often For-Profit

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