DAN 353 - Dance Pedagogy

(3 units)

Study of techniques, practices, methods, and materials in dance education.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): DAN 253

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify and analyze the qualities, practices, and styles of successful dance teachers.
2. articulate and describe personal pedagogical value systems and teaching styles through written documents and verbal presentations.
3. synthesize and apply historical, theoretical, and philosophical aspects of dance education to inform personal teaching practices.
4. construct and present student-centered dance lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and incorporate core principles of dance.
5. utilize technical verbal communication, body language, and leadership skills to effectively deliver a dance class and motivate students.
6. reflect and assess presented dance classes to expand upon and/or improve current teaching practices.

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