This manual provides guidelines for dance teachers in secondary schools. A brief statement is made on the purpose and philosophy of dance education, and activities and instructional suggestions are presented for various dance forms: (1) group dance--folk/ethnic, square dance, and social dance; (2) aerobic dance; (3) jazz dance; (4) modern dance;…

German second language instructional materials include a summary of German folk dance terminology and 11 folk dances with music, lyrics, and dance instructions. Specific folk songs and dances (arranged in order of difficulty) include "Schusterpolka,""Polka zu Dreien,""Jagermarsch,""Lang Englisch," and "Schuhplattler." (MSE)

This kit, which includes a workbook and a companion CD-ROM, is designed to help dancers develop a better understanding of musical time and phrasing, two concepts that directly correspond with dancers' activities. These materials provide an interdisciplinary approach that bridges the perceptual barrier between dancers and musicians by explaining…

This paper describes an improvisational dance model that analyzes verbs and adverbs in terms of their movement essence and yields a unique group dance using dancers of any age or experience. Essence dance uses word cards to build a dance. Each word (verb or adverb) suggests a movement or use of the body. The teacher begins by charting a piece of…

Describes why and how to make movement part of the teaching routine to enhance the curriculum. Information is presented on movement logistics, managing movement, and music. The article explains how to integrate movement activities into specific science, social studies, math, and language arts units at various elementary school levels. (SM)

Discusses how to incorporate dance into a music curriculum. Describes the different "levels" and commands to use when teaching dance. Specifies that in third through eighth grade, students are introduced to different types of dance, the history behind the styles, and the choreography. Lists selected recordings and videos for grades K-8. (CMK)

This paper provides the outline of a session in dance at the annual meeting of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. The purpose of the session was to provide an opportunity to celebrate individual differences while learning new skills for lifelong leisure activity through an English dance form known as…

This volume contains 30 unit suggestions for dance lessons in elementary or secondary education. The volume opens with a preface, a discussion of the value of dance in education and of how learning takes place in dance, and a glossary. Each of the units that follow is arranged in sets of five lessons on a theme. Each lesson has a structure:…

This volume contains 30 unit suggestions for dance lessons in elementary or secondary education. The volume opens with a preface, a discussion of the value of dance in education and of how learning takes place in dance, and a glossary. Each of the units that follow is arranged in sets of five lessons on a theme. Each lesson has a structure:…

This curriculum guide, an information and planning resource in dance education, is intended to advance the teaching of dance in Minnesota's public schools. The guide is intended for use by both generalist and specialist teachers, grades K-12, in a variety of situations. "Part One: Orientation" includes a discussion of the use and purpose of the…

Investigating the nature and value of dance drama as an expressive idiom for elementary school children, this paper discusses foundational concerns about the nature of dance drama, aesthetic content, learnings in dance drama, and the organization of these learnings. Noting that the ideas of dance drama presented have largely emerged from a content…

The handouts from the Ohio conference PACE (Positive Approaches to Children's Education) VI are presented. Among them are: (1) "Hugs" (submitted by A. Braselton); (2) "Rhythmic Activities for 2001" (L. Hardman); (3) "A Strategy for Cognitive Development in Physical Education" (C. Regimal); (4) "It's the Kids That…

An introductory text for preservice education majors or practicing classroom teachers new to the concept of integrating the arts, this book helps teachers meaningfully integrate literature, art, drama, dance, and music throughout the curricular area by providing a basic arts knowledge base, clear reasons for integration, and specific arts…

Presents strategies to help college and university professors provide practical skills needed by qualified aerobic dance instructors. An in-depth course emphasizing sound teaching strategies helps prepare dance exercise teachers. The article describes how the physical education department at San Diego State University offers aerobic dance…

Six articles in this feature section emphasize the value of African dance in all levels of education. The articles address aspects of African dance ranging from its historical and philosophical underpinnings to applications from the elementary to the college level. (SM)