Courses

Methods course for prospective teachers of creative dance for children. Lectures, readings, and laboratory experiences are followed by observation and teaching in primary grades. Prereqs., DNCE 1013 and 2033. Restricted to dance majors. Same as DNCE 5016. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE or DBFA) majors only.

Practical experience in teaching modern dance to the young adult follows theoretical grounding in specific teaching methods. Examines values and goals of dance in education and fundamental movement principles as related to the teaching of technique and improvisation. Prereqs., DNCE 1013 and 2033. Restricted to dance majors. Same as DNCE 5036. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE or DBFA) majors only.

Restricted to graduate students. Same as DNCE 4016 with addition of readings and a paper. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance graduate students only.

Restricted to graduate students in dance. Same as DNCE 4036 with addition of readings and a paper. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance graduate students only.

Examines practical and philosophical issues in dance education. The goals and content of professional and recreational dance training are considered and strategies for effective teaching practice are discussed. Opportunity for practical application of theoretical material is provided. Restricted to graduate students. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Provides opportunity to apply principles and skills introduced in DNCE 5036. Participating students share the responsibility for teaching a lab class that meets twice a week. Focuses on analysis and evaluation of teaching skills. Restricted to graduate students.

Examines current trends, issues, and problems of dance at colleges, in secondary education, in the community, and in professional dance. Explores curriculum development and educational dance trends along with other topics such as freelance work, grant writing, and dance advocacy. Restricted to graduate students in dance. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance graduate students only.