Date of Defense
12-5-2005
Department
Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies
First Advisor
Jane Baas
Second Advisor
Carolyn Pavlik
Third Advisor
Carrie Janiski
Abstract
As a student in the art of dance, I have experienced many different teachers. These men and women came from all levels of training and backgrounds; some were college educated with a dance degree and others trained themselves at local studios or even taught themselves. Before coming to Western Michigan University, I took ballet, jazz and tap classes for 14years. I thought I had good turnout, good alignment and good anatomical placement of my body because no one ever told me any differently. My first year as a dance major served as a severe wake-up call. I quickly learned that I did almost nothing correctly at the ballet barre,and many of the mistakes I was making were sure to lead to injury.
Recommended Citation
Dudley, Erin, "Teaching Methods in the Prevention of Dance Injury" (2005). Honors Theses. 987.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/987
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Campus Only