Dance Majors
will complete DANC 489, Principles of Teaching Dance

for their Senior Experience requirement

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Course Description: This course covers basic methods

of movement education as applied to the teaching of ballet, modern dance, jazz,

and movement for children.

An understanding of anatomical structure and mechanics is utilized in the analysis of student performance in dance class. Specific objectives for dance exercises are explored.

Practical experiences in the planning, organization and structure of technique classes of various styles are designed

to prepare students as dance educators.

 

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

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Please reach out to Prof. Megan Thompson with questions on your Dance Major Senior Experience.