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Kattner, Elizabeth – Journal of Dance Education, 2016
This paper explores methods for bringing dance history directly into the studio. It shows how the movement components that have proven successful in introductory courses can be extended to in-depth studies of dance history with dancers who have formal training. Through the example of a research project on the early work of George Balanchine, it…
Descriptors: Dance, Dance Education, History Instruction, College Students
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Aldrich, Kenneth R. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1989
This article discusses incorporation of academic curriculum elements into movement units, synchronous movement as a teaching tool, the movement-cognition connection, and identification and use of rhythm and movement elements in the classroom. (IAH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Dance, Elementary Secondary Education, Holistic Approach
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Kelley, David L. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 1982
Recent trends in physical education programs show a diverse spectrum of clients and an increasing amount of health-related litigation. These developments call for increased emphasis on exercise prescription. The sit-up is used in an example of a step-by-step guide to prescriptive technique. (JN)
Descriptors: Diagnostic Teaching, Exercise Physiology, Human Body, Human Posture
Fox, Connie – 1990
Use of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) "Basic Stuff" (1981) series (which includes six texts explaining each concept and three texts illustrating their use in the elementary, middle, and secondary schools) is recommended for physical education teacher preparation programs. A study was undertaken…
Descriptors: Body Image, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Kinesthetic Methods
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Brown, Eugene W. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 1982
Visual evaluation techniques provide the kinesiologist with a method of evaluating physical skill performance. The techniques are divided into five categories: (1) vantage point; (2) movement simplification; (3) balance and stability; (4) movement relationships; and (5) range of movement. (JN)
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Diagnostic Teaching, Formative Evaluation, Kinesthetic Methods