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Hawkins, Alma M. – 1991
This volume introduces an experimental method for teaching creative movement and choreography. The method requires both a framework of conceptual structure, and freedom to explore ideas and imaginative transformation of experience through movement and external form. An opening discussion of creativity explains how dance performance has been…
Descriptors: Dance, Dance Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Fine Arts
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Gale, Richard A.; Bond, Lloyd – Journal of General Education, 2007
Assessment of craft in the creative/fine/performing arts is not different in any fundamental way from assessment of other competencies. By investigating the nature of critique and proposing a structural approach to examination/evaluation, we address processes and goals of assessment, providing access points for this difficult aspect of general…
Descriptors: General Education, Art Education, Theater Arts, Creativity
Scholl, Jane D. – Smithsonian, 1993
Presents and illustrates dances of several American Indian tribes as performed by the American Indian Dance Theater. (MDH)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Dance, Dance Education, Fine Arts
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Barylick, Martie – Journal of Dance Education, 2004
This article describes the three fundamental strategic principles--to be curricular, developmental, and democratic--that have been designed and implemented in the Mamaroneck High School's integrated arts program, a four-year, sequential, elective program that includes dance, theater, and music. An explanation of the ways in which the dance…
Descriptors: Elective Courses, Fine Arts, High School Students, Dance
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Dietzel, Rebecca – Journal of Dance Education, 2005
Based on the author's experience as a teacher in a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program, the author offers some ideas to ease the transition from the private studio to a BFA professional preparatory program. As a teacher in the Ailey School and Fordham University BFA program, the author has seen many students work their way through this challenging…
Descriptors: Fine Arts, High School Seniors, Dance, Higher Education
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Reston, VA. National Dance Association. – 1987
This monograph contains reprints of lectures presented by National Dance Association Scholars from 1977 through 1987. The following Scholars are represented: (1) Elizabeth R. Hayes; (2) Miriam Gray; (3) Ruth L. Murray; (4) Araminta Little; (5) Mary Frances Dougherty; (6) Charlotte York Irey; (7) Lois "Betty" Ellfeldt; (8) Mary Alice "Buff"…
Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Dance, Dance Education, Fine Arts
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Logan, Moira – Theory into Practice, 1984
The Ohio State University artist-in-the-schools program was developed to introduce ideas about dance as an art form. Dance experiences allow the child to view the aesthetic dimension of movement and heighten kinesthetic awareness and bodily intelligence. (DF)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Values, Dance Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Fine Arts
Lemmon, Jack R. – 1996
The Surveys of Public Participation in the Arts (SPPAs), funded by the National Endowment for the Arts and conducted by the U.S. Bureau of the Census, were undertaken in 1982, 1985, and 1992. This report is based on the data collected by the SPPA surveys. Although data on dance genres other than ballet were collected under the rubric "other…
Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Audience Participation, Audience Response, Audiences
Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD. Dept. of Instructional Planning and Development. – 1986
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;…
Descriptors: Aerobics, Curriculum Development, Dance Education, Fine Arts
Lundahl, Vera, Ed. – 1986
This directory presents listings of programs of professional training in dance from 166 colleges and universities in the United States. A listing of 66 Performing Arts High Schools is also included. Lists include degrees offered, undergraduate and gradute courses offered, and performing groups active on campuses. The names and ranks of faculty and…
Descriptors: Colleges, Dance Education, Faculty, Fine Arts
Mirus, Judith; And Others – 1993
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…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Curriculum Guides, Dance Education, Educational Objectives
Maine State Dept. of Education, Augusta. – 1997
In this document, standards for knowledge and skill acquisition of Maine students in the visual and performing arts are identified. The document serves as a guideline for teachers regarding what students should know and be able to do at various checkpoints throughout arts education. The arts identified include dance, music, theater, and visual…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Art Education, Dance Education, Drama
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Sparshott, Francis – Journal of Aesthetic Education, 1990
Questions who decides what a culturally literate person needs to know and its social implications. Comments on the lack of dance references in E. D. Hirsch's book, "Cultural Literacy." Discusses what a person needs to know about dance. Analyzes dance as art in the context of cultural literacy's requirements. (KM)
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Cultural Education, Dance, Dance Education
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McKean, Bobbi; Yarnelle, David – Journal for Learning through the Arts, 2007
This issue of "Journal for Learning the Arts: A Research Journal on Arts Integration in Schools and Communities" embodies the range of arts and learning possible in our schools and communities. The articles reflect the diverse landscape of arts education, including dance, poetry, visual arts, drama, music and media. Each author takes to…
Descriptors: Fine Arts, Art Education, Educational Research, Dance Education
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Lee, Mary Ann – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1993
Examines why the arts, particularly dance, are significant in education and why art forms should be taught with other disciplines. The article provides examples of integrated arts experiences and describes how to begin with the essence of an idea and make connections in the arts and other curriculum areas. (SM)
Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Dance Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Fine Arts
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