Pedagogical Seminar for Modern and Contemporary Dance 7

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Code	Completion	Credits	Range	Language Instruction	Semester
107EPSM7	Z	3	2ST	English	winter

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Learning outcomes of the course unit

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.

Mode of study

seminar

Prerequisites and co-requisites

none

Course contents

Learning objective:

The content of the course Pedagogical Seminar for MCD 7 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), in dance companies or in 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 Dance 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 key aspects in 21st century dance pedagogy, based on a comparison of concepts from different European and non-European dance schools.

The Pedagogical seminar for MCD 7 is closely linked to the course Didactics and Methodology of MCD, MCD Training.

The subject content includes the following thematic areas:

Hospitalization in modern and contemporary dance classes in upper grades at conservatories, dance companies or private studios. Preparation of pedagogical output - teaching practice in selected institutions - evaluation and self-evaluation - discussion
Key aspects in 21st century dance pedagogy.
Different concepts of dance schools in the European and non-European space.
Dance festivals as a source of information and organisation.

Assessment 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 (a fragment from the master's thesis) in which the student reports on the ongoing results of his/her master's research in the range of 7-8 standard pages is also included.

Additional requirements: 80% attendance, 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