DAN 253 - Methods of Teaching Dance and Rhythms

(3 units)

Study of methods, practices, and materials related to teaching dance and rhythm in K-12 curriculum.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate familiarity with the concepts of space, time, force, body, movement, and form through in-class exploration and practical fieldwork experiences.
2. examine a conceptually based approach to teaching movement.
3. develop team-teaching skills and implement these skills in guided fieldwork experiences.
4. demonstrate effective means of expressing creative ideas and organizing.
5. demonstrate kinesthetic awareness and explore various means of creative expression, communication and interpretation.

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