2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 03, 2024  
2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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PED 388 - Rhythms and Dance

This course is designed to introduce students to various forms of dance such as folk, square, social, popular and creative dance. The forms of dance will be presented in developmentally appropriate units. Emphasis will be on learning the dance patterns and performing them with proficiency. Methods and materials for the dance educator will also be presented. (1 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Recognize and perform the seven basic locomotor movements, combinations and dances with correct footwork and rhythm.  
  2. Demonstrate and perform developmentally appropriate movement combinations, rhythm games and dances.  
  3. Recognize developmentally appropriate progressions, dances and various approaches for teaching dance.  
  4. Justify the importance of dance in a physical education curriculum with the focus on the three learning domains. 
  5. Describe dance as a way to learn about cultural customs and heritage, social graces, group dynamics and patience. 



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