HHP 2120: Rhythmic Movement and Education Gymnastics

HHP 2120 Rhythmic Movement and Educational Gymnastics

Spring Semester 2009

Instructor:      Dr. Lisa Lewis

Office:            274 Dunn Center

Phone:            931-221-6115

E-Mail:           lewisl@apsu.edu

Textbook

Cone, T.P. & Cone, S. L. (2005) Teaching Children Dance (2^nd ED.).  Human Kinetics:

       Champaign, IL.

Werner, P. (2004).  Teaching Children Gymnastics (2^nd ED.).  Human Kinetics: 

        Champaign, IL.

Course Description

Scope, content and skill practice of both educational gymnastics and rhythmic movement will be explored.  The student will have the opportunity to demonstrate effective teaching strategies to include class organization, skill development, and methods.  Emphasis is placed on planning and organizing activities in grades K-12.

Course Level and Credit

An undergraduate class with three (3) credit hours.

Course Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

Rhythmic Movement

1. Develop an appreciation for rhythmic movement and value its educational significance in the elementary and secondary curriculum.
2. To provide the student with enough skill and content knowledge to effectively teach students in grades K-12.
3. To develop motor skills, coordination, balance and cardiovascular endurance.
4. To identify and move to the rhythmic beat of the music.
5. To differentiate between 2/4, 2/4, and 4/4 time. 
6. To perform the various dance steps in time with the music:  waltz, polka, cha cha, two-step, swing, fox trot, plus other selected movements.
7. To understand factors that influence “effective group instruction” in a classroom situation.
8. Identify and understand the difference in dance figures, dance positions and dance formations.
9. Recognize differences in even and uneven rhythmic patterns.
10. List the organizational steps and teaching progression for rhythmic movement.
11. Be able to rhythmically and directionally cue a dance step in time with the music.
12. Identify procedures that will insure a successful and positive dance experience for the class.
13. List considerations in purchasing a sound system.
14. Identify performance objective for a unit in rhythmic movement.
15. List the criteria for evaluation of a dance performer. 
16. List the guidelines for preparation to teach a dance unit.
17. To choreograph, teach and cue an aerobic dance routine.
18. Understand and identify the principles of aerobic fitness.
19. Identify the components of an effective aerobic dance routine.

Educational Gymnastics

1.      To be able to plan a gymnastic curriculum designed to provide children with logical  

              progression of tasks leading to skill.

2.      Understand how gymnastics can contribute to motor development and its underlying

      value in health and fitness.

3.      Identify classroom organizational techniques in teaching gymnastics skills.

4.      Identify teaching progressions critical to efficient skill development.

5.      Knowledgeable about purchasing and organization of equipment in the gymnasium.

6.      Recognize safety concerns to include legal liability.

7.      To provide the student with enough skill and content knowledge to effectively teach grades K-12.

HHP Undergraduate Learning Outcomes

I. Learning Outcome I-Knowledge: HHP students will demonstrate an understanding of foundations, theories and models relative to their program specific content in:

                        Human Physiology

                        Psychological Principles and Behaviors

                        Agencies, Schools, and other Organizations

                        Assessment, Planning, and Evaluation

II. Learning Outcome II-Skills: HHP students will evidence the following abilities relative to their program of study:

                        Speaking, Writing, Listening

                        Critical Thinking

                        Information Literacy and Scientific Inquiry

                        Facilitating Behavioral Change

                        Sport and Fitness Assessment and Evaluation

                        Classroom Instruction Management

                        Motor Performance

                        Use of Technology

                        Emergency Response

III. Learning Outcome III-Values: HHP student will exhibit understanding and appreciation of the following:

                        Academic Honesty and Integrity

                        Professional and Ethical Practices

                        Human Diversity

                        Individual and Collaborative Work Ethic

                        Importance of Human Movement and a Healthy Lifestyles

Instructional Procedures

The method of instruction for this course will be:

1. Lecture, discussion, and demonstration
2. Student participation in all activities
3. Peer teaching

Course Evaluation

The student’s final grade will be based on the total number of points accumulated throughout the semester.  The chart below shows the point value for each assignment. 

Exam (Dance)                                                                                                 100 points

Exam (Gymnastic)                                                                                          100 points

Team Unit Curriculum Dance                                                                           25 points

Team Unit Curriculum Gymnastics                                                                  25points

Group Performance Dance Class Evaluation                                                  15 points

Group Performance Gymnastics Class Evaluation                                         15 points

Final Performance                                                                                           30 points

Rhythm Activity Elementary and Middle,                                                       5 points

Folk Dances Elementary and Middle,                                                               5 points

Square Dances Elementary and Middle,                                                     5 points

Two Activities of Dances and Other Subjects Elementary, Middle, & HS    10 points

Line Dances Middle, and High School                                                             5 points

Aerobic/Exercise Dances Middle, and High School                                         5 points

Three (3) Activities of Gym Elementary, Middle, and High School               15 points

Notebook Team Meetings Dance Unit (email to all students 11pm )                5 points

Notebook Team Meetings Gym. Unit due (email to all students 11pm )          5 points

Complete Notebook                                                                                          50 points

                                                                        Total                                       420 points

Grading Scale

A = 378-420

B = 336-377

C = 294-335

D = 252-293

F = Below 252

Required Dress

            We will perform vigorous physical activity in class. Proper clothing is a Must for safety and participation. Inappropriate dress for your safety may lead to not being allowed to participate in activity. Athletic shoes or dance shoes may be worn (no street shoes). There will be times during class or warm-up that you cannot wear shoes (you may cover feet with non-slip socks or slippers). Sweats, shorts, tee shirts, approved exercise or dance clothing with appropriate underwear. No Jeans or regular street clothes. No hats, jewelry!! Hair must be pinned out of eyes and off shoulders.

You must participate in the exercises to receive credit for attendance.

Academic and Classroom Conduct

Students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately at all times. Academic misconduct, e.g., cheating, plagiarism, and classroom misconduct will not be tolerated. Students should read the “Code of Student Conduct” in the new Student Handbook for an understanding of what is expected of them with the academic setting.