DANCE TEACHING PRACTICUM

DANCE 374

Provides methods and materials for appropriate dance instruction in the public and private sectors for an array of ages. Advocates for Dance Education in both public and private settings and emphasizes the value of Dance in enhancing the quality of life for all people.

DANCE 431

One semester supervised experience in psychiatric setting, i.e., special school, hospital, or community mental health center, and one semester of independent study.

KINES 371

Methods of instruction in movement concepts, educational dance and gymnastics. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessing participants. Students will also observe, practice, and assess the facilitation skills of health and physical activity professionals. In addition, students will apply the concepts presented inKINES 370.

DANCE 776

Foundational structure engaging in various dance teaching experiences. Cultivate self-reflective, student-centered teaching skills through discussions, integrating an awareness of current issues and developments impacting the field with personal artistry. Investigage the expansion and evolution of dance pedagogy to explore and address the evolution of the field at local, regional, national, and global levels.

DANCE 274

Study of principles in dance curriculum planning, instruction, assessment, classroom management, and learner diversity through a trauma-informed and culturally responsive-sustaining lens.