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At this Chicago based not-for-profit web site, teachers submit project proposals for materials or experiences their students need to learn. Online directory of dance and music teachers in the Chicago area. Offers professional development for teachers, adult classes, community outreach programs and curriculum resources. First Class is the Chicago Public Schools Alternative Certification Program. The site has many resources on how to qualify and apply to the School Board as a public school teacher. HSDC offers Professional Development Workshops , Scheduled Arts Integration Workshops, Customized Professional Development Workshops and Resources for Educators. Offers tips for attending the ballet, a ballet glossary, and resources for educators. Teaching Artist Celeste Miller presents workshops on utilizing dance and choreography as a teaching tool for traditional disciplines. Here you can find descriptions of her programs and contact information. Jazz Dance Beat...Then and Now is a dance lecture demonstration on jazz dance, its past history, present status and future directions. Find information on jazz dance masterclasses that can be arranged in conjunction with the program, along with details on performances. Moksha Yoga Center offers both foundational 1 year teacher training courses and mini/intensive trainings with guest teachers of the highest quality and standards. Information on the Pilates Teacher Training program offered by From the Center, of Chicago Inc. Chicago Northshore Gyrotonic offers various training courses and workshops for those wishing to pursue a career in Mind-Body Fitness, including Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis teacher training (Pre-training and Foundation Training). BASI Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Course as well as the BASI Matwork Teacher Training Course, founded by Rael Isacowitz. BASI is recognized internationally for setting the highest standards in pilates education. The Frog Temple offers a one-year Pilates Teacher Certification Program. Instruction covers such things as identification and use of the various apparatus, exercises and their proper sequencing and modifications, and proper spotting and verbal cueing. Selected National/International Links
Issues surrounding arts education policy are addressed, research resources are available and programs and practice for arts-integrated education are showcased. The Far Games use the rules and discipline of theatrical improvisation to explore and develop creativity, leadership and collaboration in an engaging, playful and consistent environment. This website includes workshop structures and templates along more than 50 games, often published for the first time. Learn how to become a teaching artist. Considers schools as arts-integrated learning organizations for students and educators. Nonprofit arts-in-education organization that creates and conducts arts programs to enliven and transform learning, curricula and schools. Magazine for dance teachers and professionals of all disciplines. Articles about teaching dance and listings for conferences and resources. Dance Teacher magazine links to seminars and workshops relating to the teaching of dance. Rhee Gold's Boston, MA conference motivates teachers, school/studio owners and studio managers, emphasizing both artistic and business aspects. "Continuing Your Education: Looking for a way to stay on top of the latest trends in dance education? These programs will give you the tools to keep your teaching methods fresh and up-to-date." by Mary Beth Garrick Dance Teacher Issue: December 2002. The Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation specializes in the dance technique and repertory of Isadora Duncan with on-going technique classes, 10-day Intensive Workshops, basic teacher training certification, apprenticeship programs with the Company, and certification in Advanced Studies in the Dance of Isadora Duncan. The DEA Teacher Training & Certification Program is a dynamic multi-dimensional program of study enhancing and furthering the knowledge of dance and teaching techniques based on how, what, when, and why and prepare for Certification (by examination) in the five major dance subjects at different levels of achievement. Part of the national tap dance company's extensive educational curriculum, the American Tap Dance Institute is NTE's Higher Education Division as well as a "think tank" and research institute that addresses issues common to most tap dance teachers and tap dancers. The ATDI offers one full year of teacher training and certification, with courses taught by NTE’s Artistic and Education Director, Chris Baker. Balanced Body Pilates, manufacturer of Pilates equipment, provides a list of international educators who hold regular teacher training sessions. The Royal Academy of Dance offers a number of full-time and part-time programs in teacher certification by a combination of modes including distance learning as well as study at the RAD headquarters in London. The Simonson Teacher Training certifies participants to teach Beginner Level Simonson Technique. Participants learn to teach and communicate information regardless of the dance form, i.e.: Simonson Technique, Ballet, Modern, Yoga or Pilates. The Skinner Releasing Technique Children’s Teacher Certification Program is a six week intensive program that includes theoretical and applied learning for teaching the Skinner Releasing Technique to children. The program focuses primarily on SRT for Children and SRT for Parent and Toddler classes. However, adaptations for older children will be discussed during the intensive. Great information and ideas for dance teachers and studio owners, ranging from choreographic inspiration to technique-building strategies and more.
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