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The Department of Dance at Webster University, part of The Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts, prepares students to develop as technically proficient, innovative, and empathetic artists ready for diverse 21st century careers in performance, choreography, teaching, and research.
Learning Objectives
Performance: Demonstrate professional-level execution across various dance techniques and styles, showcasing expressive range and technical mastery with a focus on modern dance.
Choreography: Develop and present original, conceptually rich choreographic works while effectively guiding dancers in their performance.
Instruction: Design and implement outstanding, creative lesson plans for different age groups, skill levels, and communities while refining methods for teaching movement vocabulary.
Synthesize and effectively apply knowledge gained from comprehensive coursework across the discipline.
Operate professionally in various settings, fostering global perspectives through personal development, teamwork, cooperation, and digital competencies.