Dance Graduate

A study of teaching methods for dance in public school settings, grounded in an investigation of the theoretical foundations for dance education. Content includes readings, observations, reflection, writing lesson plans, exploring and experiencing teaching approaches, and examining methods of evaluation.

A course designed to provide the student with directed field experience in teaching dance. Course assignments will offer practical preparation for the teaching internship and theoretical grounding to support the student’s individual teaching philosophy. Course content includes readings with written reflection, developing lesson plans, guided teaching experiences, and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on critical reflection about teaching and learning.