Pedagogical Seminar for Modern and Contemporary Dance 8

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Contents

Learning objective:

The content of the course Pedagogical Seminar for MCD 8 consists in systematic deepening of theoretical knowledge and knowledge from the Didactics and Methodology of MCD classes in the form of independent pedagogical practice at selected state institutions (e.g. conservatories, primary art school), dance companies or private studios. Pedagogical practice is always preceded by detailed preparation, which is professionally consulted with the teacher of the subject. Subsequent analysis and evaluation (self-evaluation) takes place in the form of a discussion in which topics such as verbal expression, use of professional terminology, choice of adequate methods, ability to work with music and accompanist, demonstration and professional continuous correction, explication of principles and meanings for technical and artistic growth of students of a given movement and dance level, personal approach and equal distribution of attention to all students, creative atmosphere in the class, etc. are reflected.

Meeting and observing various pedagogical personalities, both domestic and foreign, is essential for improving professional pedagogical thinking and action. Workshops organized by the department are an integral part of the study. Participation in discussions related to dance education or dance art in general is also expected.

The aim of the study is the practical development of independent pedagogical work. Emphasis is placed on the development of artistic pedagogical individuality and the search for one's own pedagogical manuscript. The student is provided with sufficient and safe space for dance research, the subject of his/her master's thesis, and with subsequent professional discussion. The debate also focuses on issues of healthy attitudes towards the body, body care and injury prevention.

The Pedagogical Seminar for MCD 8 is closely linked to the Didactics and Methodology of MCD course, MCD Training.

The content of the course includes the following thematic areas:

• Hospitalization in modern and contemporary dance classes in upper grades in conservatories, dance companies or private studios. Preparation of pedagogical output - teaching practice in selected institutions - evaluation and self-evaluation - discussion
• The body as an instrument and its care for the performer and the teacher. Wholesome nutrition, warm up and cool down as injury prevention
• Therapeutic manual approaches (physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Rolfing)
• Educating teachers and motivating them, the need for recovery, defence against burnout

Learning outcomes

The student is able to use his/her knowledge and skills flexibly and creatively in pedagogical practice in various types of educational and leisure institutions. The student is knowledgeable about dance as a professional art form and leisure activity and is able to argue professionally in discussions. Considers the subject in a wider context.

Prerequisites and other requirements

none

Literature

Required reading:

DOTLAČILOVÁ, Petra, Josef BARTOŠ, Lucie DERCSÉNYIOVÁ, Lucie HAYASHI a Daniela MACHOVÁ, ed. Tanec a vzdělání Dance and Education. 1. Praha: Taneční aktuality, 2021. ISBN 978-80-908312-0-9.

FRANKLIN, Eric. Conditioning for Dance: Training for peak performance in all dance forms. 2. Human Kinetics Publishers, 2019. ISBN 9781492533634.

FRANKLIN, Eric. Dynamic Alignment through Imagery. 2. Human Kinetics Publishers, 2012. ISBN 0-87322-475-2.

FRANKLIN, Eric N. Dance imagery for technique and performance. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, c1996. ISBN 9780873229432.

HAAS, Jacqui Greene. Dance anatomy. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, c2010. Anatomy series (Human Kinetics (Organization). ISBN 0736081933.

KRASNOW, Donna a Mary Virginia WILMERDING. Motor Learning and Control for Dance: Principles and Practices for Performers and Teachers. 1. Champaign, IL, United States: Human Kinetics Publishers, 2015. ISBN 145045741X.

MCCUTCHEN, Brenda Pugh. Teaching Dance as Art in Education. 1. Champaign, IL, United States: Human Kinetics Publishers, 2006. ISBN 0736051880.SIMMEL, Liane. Dance Medicine in Practice: Anatomy, Injury Prevention, Training. 1. Taylor & Francis, 2013. ISBN 0415809398.

SÖÖT, Anu a Ele VISKUS. Contemporary Approaches to Dance Pedagogy – the Challenges of the 21st Century. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences [online]. 2014, únor, 4(112), 9 [cit. 2021-10-20]. Dostupné z: doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2014.01.1167

TAYLOR, Jim a Elena ESTANOL. Dance Psychology for Artistic and Performance Excellence. 1. Champaign, IL, United States: Human Kinetics Publishers, 2015. ISBN 145043021X.

TUFNELL, Miranda. Body Space Image. 1. Dance Books, 1993. ISBN 1852730412.

E-learning:

Art education, National Institute for Education (nuv.cz)

NON-FORMAL AND LEISURE-BASED EDUCATION, MŠMT ČR (msmt.cz)

SE.S.TA – Centre for choreographic development (se-s-ta.cz)

Tanec Praha festival

En | Arts and Theatre Institute (idu.cz)

news (novasit.cz)

Evaluation methods and criteria

The credit is awarded on the basis of the completed practice (pedagogical outputs) in selected institutions and its written evaluation. The student actively participates in the reflection of the acquired experience in the form of discussion. A report is also included in which the student reports on the conclusions reached in the course of his/her master's research.

Additional requirements: attendance of 80%, activity in class, portfolio development (includes workshop reflections, dance performance reviews, and repots from observations of teaching at public or private dance institutions). Reading of required and recommended readings.

Further information

No schedule has been prepared for this course

The subject is a part of the following study plans

• Dance Pedagogy (MA) - Modern and Contemporary Dance (Required main subjects)