Methodology of Modern Dance 1

Subject guarantor:

Libuše OVSOVÁ

Name of lecturer(s):

Libuše OVSOVÁ

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

1. Introduction to basic principles of the M. Graham technique.

2. Introduction to individual elements of that dance technique.

3. Introduction to methods and educational processes in their instruction.

4. Gradual learning of those processes.

Mode of study:

Lecture and exercises.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Completion of Modern Dance 1 and 2.

Registration of Modern Dance Technique 1 and 2.

Recommended optional programme components:

A recommended elective element is participation in classes and workshops arranged by other professional dance organizations.

Course contents:

Modern dance methods means an understanding of the uniqueness of this dance branch, its blending with other influences, creative approach in instruction, finding one's educational style.

1. Introduction to the basic technique principles of modern dance (Graham)

2. Introduction to individual elements of this technique.

3. Method and education procedures in its instruction

4. Creative approach to the instruction of modern dance

Recommended or required reading:

Feldenkrais, Moshé: Awarness through Movement (Pohybem k sebeuvědomění). Praha, 1996

Lewis, Daniel: The Illustrated Dance Technique of José Limón. New York, 1984

Schurr, Gertrude; Yocom, Rachael D.:Modern Dance (Techniques and teaching). New York: The Ronald Press Company, 1949

Horosko, Marian: Martha Graham. The Evolution of her Dance Theory and Training. Pennington, 1991

Stewart, Virginia, comp.: Modern Dance. New York, 1991

Stodelle, Ernestine: The Dance Technique of Doris Humphrey. Princetown, 1978

Warren, Larry: Lester Horton, Modern Dance Pioneer. New York, 1991

Cohan, Robert: The Dance Workshop. London, 1986

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Lecture, exercises, classes.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit is awarded based on:

1. Activity in lecture, class and exercises

2. completion of a test over the instruction material covered.

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Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

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Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

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The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Obor Pedagogika tance (Bc) (compulsory subject of the main qualification)