College
Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Date of Last Revision
2024-01-17 10:16:05
Major
Middle Level Education
Honors Course
EDCI 433 - 002
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Education
Date of Expected Graduation
Fall 2023
Abstract
Incorporating movement and physical activity into the K-12, general education classroom has been on the rise. In a study done in 2019, Chloe Bedard deemed physical activity successful within the primary school setting and was determined to examine the benefits of movement integration into the secondary school setting (Bedard et al 2019, as cited in Romar, 2023). Additionally, dance scholars have researched the positive effects of incorporating dance history and movement into the classroom. With these two major advancements in mind, this study will provide a social studies unit that integrates dance movement. This unit aims to teach students about the Harlem Renaissance from the dance perspective, by inquiring, “How can dance be used to celebrate culture?” This research will serve as a resource for educators searching for innovative ways to teach the historical importance and impact of the Harlem Renaissance.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Lynne Pachnowski
First Reader
Dr. Brad Maguth
Second Reader
Colleen Barnes
Honors Faculty Advisor
Gary Holliday
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Tsirambidis, Marina, "Dancing Through the Harlem Renaissance: An Inquiry-Based Unit Plan Exploring Movement and Culture" (2023). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1780.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1780
Included in
African American Studies Commons, Fine Arts Commons, Junior High, Intermediate, Middle School Education and Teaching Commons, Renaissance Studies Commons, United States History Commons