Dance 261 - Dance Education Introduction

This course is an overview of the history, philosophy, and developmental curriculum of dance in education in the United States. Broader educational learning theories, such as Multiple Intelligence theory and Understanding by Design, and the development and implementation of national standards in dance will be covered. This course will also help the student develop skills in curriculum development in theory and practice, for elementary and secondary education, and stay current in dance education and advocacy work around the globe. Special topics such as working with learners with special needs, dance and social justice, perceptions of dance and dance education in terms of race, class and gender will be touched on.

Open to DANCE and BFA-DANCE majors only.