Dec 21, 2024

2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog

2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Minor in Dance Education

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This minor provides theoretical knowledge and technical skills in all dance forms applicable to educational and professional dance. The curriculum is based on scientific and artistic foundations. Each student must plan an individualized program of study in cooperation with a departmental adviser. Students majoring in the department are permitted to declare this minor. A student interested in an endorsement in dance education should consult an adviser.

Check departmental information for any additional requirements.

Requirements (26-32.5)

KNDN 264 - Jazz Dance Credits: 0.5
KNDN 265 - Tap Dance Credits: 0.5
KNDN 353 - Analysis and Pedagogy of Dance Credits: 3
KNDN 367 - Dance Performance in Education Credits: 1
KNDN 467 - Curricula and Programs for Dance Credits: 2
KNDN 475 - History of Dance: 18th Century to Modern Times Credits: 3

Course work from the following by audition (10)

TH-D 205 - Dance Techniques I Credits: 1
TH-D 207 - Dance Techniques II Credits: 1
TH-D 305 - Ballet III Credits: 1
TH-D 306 - Modern Dance III Credits: 1
TH-D 405 - Ballet IV Credits: 1
TH-D 406 - Modern Dance IV Credits: 1

Select option 1 for studio dance or option 2 for school dance teaching (6 or 13)

Option 1 (6)

Minor in Dance Education

Requirements (26-32.5)

Course work from the following by audition (10)

Select option 1 for studio dance or option 2 for school dance teaching (6 or 13)

Option 1 (6)

Course work from the following not used above (2)

Course work from the following (4)

Option 2 (13)