Geeky Ballerina
artistry + technique
University-Level Ballet History Curriculum That Engages Every Student​
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For over five years, this carefully crafted curriculum has transformed ballet history from dreaded requirement into students' favorite subject. When rigorous academic content is presented through thoughtfully structured methodology, remarkable engagement naturally follows.
A Thorough Framework that Eliminates Preparation Guesswork
This comprehensive ballet history curriculum addresses a significant gap in ballet education. Traditional approaches rely on memorization of dates and names, but this systematic methodology develops genuine historical understanding through multi-modal learning.
A Complete Learning System:
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Lecture notes for confident teacher delivery
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Word searches for reading/writing learners (plus an essential fidgeting outlet to help students maintain focus)
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Movement creation prompts - students actually dance the history they're learning
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Curated video playlist with multiple examples per unit for visual learners
Students don't just memorize historical information - they embody historical styles through choreographic application. This comprehensive framework moves beyond superficial coverage to create deep understanding that enhances overall artistry.
I was shocked when my students started asking, "Can we do a history lesson today?" Incorporating so many learning approaches transformed ballet history from a boring lecture into their favorite class. After five years, I'm still amazed by how much they love it—and how much their dancing has improved as a result.