What is Dance Education? Why is it important? What does an effective Dance Education program look like in an Ontario classroom? Dance Part 1 will focus on the fundamentals of Dance Education in elementary and secondary schools through theoretical and practical applications. The Elements of Dance and dance conventions (such as rhythm and movement) will …
Movement and rhythm are essential dance conventions, and the heart and soul of all cultures. Dance Part 2 builds upon the foundation set in Part 1 to extend candidates skills and knowledge on Dance Education pedagogical practices to build instructional and evaluative practices to help students 1) develop their own aesthetic criteria through the creative …
Leadership in Dance Education at the system-level will be the backdrop for the Dance Part 3, Specialist course. Candidates will further extend skills and knowledge from Parts 1 and 2, while examining how to effectively share pedagogical practices with other educators in rich and meaningful ways. This is an onsite course meaning that while the …
This course enables candidates to assume leadership in a school or board position in dramatic arts. Candidates explore the design and delivery of student-centered drama programs which focus on personal development, societal awareness and artistic expression, enhancement of teaching skills and the development of innovative, consultative processes among drama teachers and across the curriculum. Visit …
This course involves an in-depth exploration of drama teaching methodologies such as teacher-in-role, whole class improvisations, and conventions for structuring drama. Candidates examine the curriculum planning with a focus on creating learning opportunities through reflective practice and assessment of student achievement. Please visit website for additional information.
