Physical Education - Dance: Teaching Minor

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This minor satisfies the endorsement competencies for dance in Washington State. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Certification Program to pursue coursework for a Dance Education minor.

Students will be required to complete technique classes in those areas of dance frequently taught in a K-12 setting. Additionally, students will develop competencies in dance composition & choreography, rhythmic concepts, dance production, and teaching.

Required Courses

DNCE 101 - Modern Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 102 - Modern Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 103 - Modern Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 104 - Ballet Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 105 - Ballet Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 106 - Ballet Technique I Credits: (2)
DNCE 161 - Cultural History of Dance Credits: (4)
DNCE 300 - Dance Composition Credits: (3)
DNCE 309 - Teaching Methods: Recreational Dance Credits: (3)
DNCE 311 - Music for Dance - Rhythms and Resources Credits: (3)
DNCE 314 - Dance for Children Credits: (3)
DNCE 385 - Principles of Functional Alignment for Dance Credits: (4)
DNCE 402 - Dance Production Credits: (4)

Total Credits: 36

College and Department Information

Sport and Movement Studies Department
College of Education and Professional Studies

Program Outcomes
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