African Dance
AFRICAN DANCE covers technique and practice of basic African dance forms with study of their musical, historical and cultural contexts.
Summary
Historical reviews of Maya Kadakia: Attendance is the primary component of the grade, with some reports citing it as 80% of the final mark. Workload is minimal, often limited to occasional short papers or discussion posts, making the class easy to pass.
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Fall 2026No instructors recorded for this selection.
Historical instructors & teaching patterns
Historical reviews for Maya Kadakia describe her as an engaging and supportive instructor who fosters a fun, stress-relieving environment. Students highlight her flexibility regarding injuries and conflicts, noting that she accommodates various skill levels and encourages participation. Her teaching style is characterized as chill and caring, making the class accessible to beginners.
MAYA KADAKIA is recorded teaching in Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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Student experience
the class
Historical reviews of Maya Kadakia: Reviewers describe the course as an incredibly fun, stress-relieving workout that requires no prior dance experience. Students consistently recommend the class for its engaging nature and positive atmosphere.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.95 GPA, 96.4% A/AB (n=28 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.98 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=29 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.75 GPA, 83.3% A/AB (n=12 letter grades).
difficulty & workload
Historical reviews of Maya Kadakia: Attendance is the primary component of the grade, with some reports citing it as 80% of the final mark. Workload is minimal, often limited to occasional short papers or discussion posts, making the class easy to pass.
Historical reviews of Maya Kadakia: Students value the opportunities to perform learned dances and the inclusion of live drummers. The instructor is praised for being understanding regarding injuries and conflicts, creating a comfortable environment for all skill levels.
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