Full Description
- Survive the realities of teaching dance in public schools.- Explore new methods for teaching children the creative process.- Obtain tips on teaching children the art of performance.Prepare to handle the common and uncommon obstacles that every creative dance teacher faces--obstacles that you never learned about in methods courses. "Dance Education Tips From the Trenches" is a light-hearted collection of 83 essays that present real-life stories, quips, and survival tips for teaching creative dance in public school settings. The book is an excellent source of practical solutions for teaching children the creative process and ensuring successful performances. Whether you're a new teacher or a veteran, this essential survival guide will help you handle class management, class organization, logistics, motivation, gender issues--every challenge you may encounter.Author Cheryl Willis, an experienced dance educator who isn't afraid to admit her mistakes, shares real-life stories she uses in her own classes. Her approach is honest and humorous. And her reality checks will alert you to the everyday minutiae that can bog you down, and help you overcome it. The easy-to-follow, consistent format makes it easy to find what you're looking for. When you're wondering about a situation, simply scan the obstacles and essay titles to find the one most relevant to you.Each essay follows the same template, with an icon highlighting the following elements: - Obstacle - Solutions- Tip- Trench truthAbout 50 cartoons are sprinkled throughout the book, keeping the tone light and humorous. You can easily read "Dance Education Tips From the Trenches" in one sitting, which makes the book ideal for busy teachers. With "Dance Education Tips From the Trenches," you'll feel as though a friend is by your side sharing mistakes and solutions--and reminding you that you can still laugh at your job and enjoy the many wonderful moments of teaching creative dance.
Contents
A rude awakening; establish class rule; class management; creating a dance space; planning and organizing your classes; grades, assessment and rubrics; the role of the dance educator; the creative process - the idea; the process continues - performance; dance education for parents and faculty; the dance audience.
