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Article: Does the increasing use of technology in dance detract from the human element?(Issues)
- Article from:
- JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
- Article date:
- October 1, 2004
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Because society today heavily relies on technology, dance is structured by the technology that surrounds us. The increasing use of technology does not devalue the human aspect. It will only enhance the human element because technology allows people to experience dance in ways that they could not many years ago.
--Adam Reynolds, graduate student, Delta State University, Cleveland, MS.
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