Book Title: Social Dance

This book is designed as an OER text and learning resource for undergraduate students enrolled in DAN 240 (Social Dance) at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. The textbook will provide an in-depth exploration of a wide variety of social dances featuring popular styles like Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, and Carolina Shag. It will explain basic steps, variations, partnering techniques, and cultural contexts and histories of each dance form. The content will be systematically organized for clarity and ease of understanding. To enrich the learning experience, the book will include multimedia resources such as videos and interactive exercises.

Designed to be an inclusive and comprehensive guide, the textbook aims to serve as an essential resource for anyone interested in learning social dance.