Dance in elementary schools
Students will identify the value of dance in the elementary setting, including the following benefits:
· Decision making skills
· Confidence and self-expression
· Cultural perspective
· Collaboration and social skills
· Physical skills and kinesthetic learning
· Accessibility for a diverse population
· Recreation and fun
Dance methodology
Students will demonstrate sound dance methodology, including:
· Teaching structured dance forms
· Leading the creative process
· Clear verbalization of directions, cues, side-coaching, and feedback
Teaching resouces
Students will identify various dance teaching resources that enrich the curriculum, including:
· State Core Curriculum
· National Standards
· Music resources
Dance knowledge and skills
Students will increase knowledge and develop skills in the dance discipline, including:
· The elements of dance: space, motion, time, energy
· Problem solving through movement
· Choreographic skills
Age appropriate materials and pedagogy
Students will identify age appropriate material and pedagogy that address the needs of the wide age span of elementary students.
Incorporate dance into school projects
Students will identify ways to incorporate dance into school-wide projects that create community, including dance festivals and performances.
