Online Resources for Dance (Intermediate)

The activity described in this chapter is centered on learning dance and uses YouTube as a primary resource. YouTube can help supplement a teacher’s instruction to more effectively communicate a wide array of styles. The activity builds on a relatively traditional procedure of modeling, except that it gives learners more flexibility in terms of time usage, scheduling, as well as an opportunity to experiment with various ideas. It also gives learners a level of authority over what, when, and how they learn after the teacher’s initial introduction. The lessons outlined were born from a desire to better represent the diversity of styles that exist in various regions of Kenya. By using YouTube, lessons are not limited to the knowledge of the teacher and as a result, students can have more freedom in what they learn.