This book presents a course text for dance teachers and students, as well as a reference for dance professionals. It uses an investigative approach to the history of dance and the wider appreciation of dance as an art form. A chronological study from origins to the present, "History of Dance" examin[...]
Part of the Human Kinetics' Interactive Dance series, this book offers an introduction to the study of ballet as a performing art. It features more than 80 photographs and concise descriptions covering basic foot and arm positions, barre exercises and centre combinations. It also introduces students[...]
- Explains, with sample unit plans, how to teach the basics of 10 popular dance forms for K-12 settings- Explains how to apply educational theories to dance - Presents dance education in context of the national standards for dance- Helps readers build portfolios that demonstrate their ability to cre[...]