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A Qualitative Case Study Of The Role Of Reflective Practices In Pre-Service Dance Teachers' Development Of Pedagogical Content Knowledge And Critical Consciousness, Josey Marie Pickett May 2023

A Qualitative Case Study Of The Role Of Reflective Practices In Pre-Service Dance Teachers' Development Of Pedagogical Content Knowledge And Critical Consciousness, Josey Marie Pickett

Open Access Theses & Dissertations

This qualitative case study investigates the ways stakeholders in a senior/seminar teaching practicum construct and engage in reflection. It also explores the ways these modes of reflection intersect with pre-service dance teachersâ?? development of pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) and critical consciousness (CC). Specifically, the study contributes to the minimal amount of literature on the use of reflective practices in dance teacher education by using the theoretical framework of reflection-in-action and embodiment to bring greater attention to the informal, social, dialogical, and embodied dimensions of teaching and learning. Themes identified related to pre-service dance teachersâ?? development of PCK and CC in …


Why So Touchy? Navigating Physical Touch In The Performing Arts, Joseph Skillen, Gretchen Alterowitz, Michelle Reinken Mar 2023

Why So Touchy? Navigating Physical Touch In The Performing Arts, Joseph Skillen, Gretchen Alterowitz, Michelle Reinken

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Physical touch is endemic to instruction in the Performing Arts. Two Performing Arts Chairs and the University’s Title IX Coordinator share approaches and solutions to navigating challenges resulting from the use of touch in student-instructor interactions.


Ua68/17/1 Wku Dance: Creating | Thinking | Artists, Wku Theatre & Dance Oct 2022

Ua68/17/1 Wku Dance: Creating | Thinking | Artists, Wku Theatre & Dance

WKU Archives Records

Newsletter by and about the WKU Dance Program. Articles:

  • Dance on the Hill
  • Potter College of Arts & Letters Collaborations
  • Guest Speakers: Naila Ansari, Shyama Iyer, Jill Flanders
  • Guest Artists: Tyler Gilstrap
  • WinterDance
  • Last Chance to Dance
  • National Dance Education Organization


Student Voice And Choice: Factors Influencing Student Participation In Secondary Arts Classes In An Urban Public School District, Alan D. Lambert Ed. D. May 2022

Student Voice And Choice: Factors Influencing Student Participation In Secondary Arts Classes In An Urban Public School District, Alan D. Lambert Ed. D.

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

The purpose of this study was to capture the student voice regarding the value, importance, and relevance of visual and performing arts education in public schools. The host institution for the study was an urban school district in the southern central United States serving 75,000 students, with 55% students identified as Hispanic, and 52% of students experiencing poverty. Graduating seniors responded via questionnaires with forced choice and open-ended items regarding several topics, including what they do in their free time, how they perceive the value of arts classes at school, access to arts classes and the match of their interests …


Faculty Reopening Committee: A Study Of Chair And Faculty Collaboration, Jeffrey Ward Apr 2022

Faculty Reopening Committee: A Study Of Chair And Faculty Collaboration, Jeffrey Ward

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The presenter will share experiences with a self-selected group of volunteer faculty to form a Reopening Committee, offering conclusions not only about the committee but also about also how it more broadly illustrates principles of faculty governance and collegial relationships among faculty and between the faculty and the department head.


Achieving Learning Outcomes In The World Of Covid, Jeffrey Ward, Frederick Burrack Apr 2022

Achieving Learning Outcomes In The World Of Covid, Jeffrey Ward, Frederick Burrack

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Presenters assessment will explore how focusing on the learning outcomes guides faculty into determining best instructional practices in a remote/hybrid delivery method, illustrating examples of faculty shifting from traditional face-to-face teaching strategies to remote or hybrid teaching strategies, while achieving the same learning outcomes.


Ua12/2/2 2016 Talisman - Life More Life, Wku Student Affairs Jan 2016

Ua12/2/2 2016 Talisman - Life More Life, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

2016 Talisman yearbook.

  • Paris, Rachel. Dawn of Delta Zeta
  • Ziege, Nicole. Kick It to the Limit – Soccer
  • Paris, Rachel. Immersion: Band
  • Houston, Emily. Immersion: Dance
  • Paris, Rahcel. Immersion: ROTC
  • Ziege, Nicole. Immersion: Theatre
  • Holt, Delaney. Major Pride – WKU Majorette Style Dance Team
  • Houston, Emily. Hollow Spike – Volleyball
  • Moscoe, Carrie. The Intergallactic Tightrope – Elliott Talkington, Theatre & Dance
  • Gilliam, Ashely. Tops on Top – Cheerleaders
  • Young, Kreable. A Grand Adventure – Grand Canyon, Outdoor Recreation Activity Center
  • Voorhees, Jessica. Home Team Advantage – Track & Field
  • Homecoming
  • Sproles, Katherine. Saddle School – Dylan Davis, Rodeo
  • Sims, Bryna. …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 76, No. 52, Wku Student Affairs Apr 2001

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 76, No. 52, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Moore, Brian. Another Meningitis Case Found on Campus
  • Dawes, Jennifer. Boy Riding Bicycle Hit on Normal – Christopher Siegrist
  • Walsh, Erica. Student Government Association Election Produces Low Voter Turnout
  • Hall, Rex. Alcohol to be Served in Luxury Suites – Diddle Arena
  • Training Needed to Avoid Rolling – Vans
  • Grady, Brian. Editorial Cartoon – Rolling Vans
  • NCAA Stepping on Mid-Major Schools
  • Hiles, Tom. Naming Revenue Needed
  • Murphy, Sean. Policing the Police
  • Corbin, Brett. Concrete Canoe Team Rows to Sixth Regional Win
  • Hoang, Mai. Dance Company Debuts …


Maine Dance Curriculum Guide, Dance Education In Maine Schools Jan 1994

Maine Dance Curriculum Guide, Dance Education In Maine Schools

Maine Collection

Maine Dance Curriculum Guide

by Dance Education in Maine Schools

Department of Education, Augusta, Maine 1994.


Contents: Message from the Commissioner / Forward / Acknowledgements / Preface - Maine Dance Heritage / Introduction / Pedagogy / Students with Special Needs / Major Premises / Evaluation / Scope and Sequence / App.A: Glossary of Terms / App.B: How to Establish Your School Dance Program / App.C: Complimentary Movement Disciplines / App.D.: Resource List / App.E.: Dance Education in Maine Schools


Ua68/17/1 Newsletter, Wku Theatre & Dance Jul 1991

Ua68/17/1 Newsletter, Wku Theatre & Dance

WKU Archives Records

Newsletter created by WKU Theatre & Dance regarding activities and upcoming events. This issue includes information regarding homecoming, dinner theatre, Theatre 100 renovation and updates on students and alumni.


Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Image In The Making, Wku Student Affairs Jun 1989

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Image In The Making, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

1989 Talisman yearbook.

  • Image in the Making
  • Student Life
  • Black, Samuel. Do the Party a Favor – Ronald Reagan
  • Carmack, Jody. One In a Million – Kentucky Lottery
  • Adams, Jeanie. It’s An Uphill Battle – Cary White, Handicapped Persons
  • Devaney, Mike & Jody Carmack. Coming to America – Mike Devaney, International Students, Soccer
  • Hadley, Kim. Higher Education – Churches, Religion
  • Black, Samuel. Better Late Than Never – Greg Frasier, Cycling
  • Burton, Marsha. Geared for Speed – Lynn Ellison, Drag Racing
  • Hadley, Kim. The Church Service – Concerts
  • Black, Sam. Making Moo-La – Spring Female Sale, Cattle, Kentucky Charolais Association
  • Image …


Ua12/2/2 Talisman: A Season Of Hope Part 1, Wku Student Affairs Jun 1983

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: A Season Of Hope Part 1, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

1983 Talisman yearbook pp. 1-193

  • A Season of Hope Wright, Sharon. Multi-faceted Beauty
  • Sandman, Ellen. Music of the Highlands – Skip Cleavinger, Bagpipes
  • Cornett, Susanna. Fashion Forum
  • Cornett, Susanna. Tradition & Trends Are Seen in Faculty Dress
  • Grace, Lee. An Attitude of Awareness – Alcohol
  • Sawyer, Janet. Double Dilemma – Twins
  • Sandman, Ellen. Chance to Charm – Miss Western, Miss Black Western
  • Thomas, Laura. Aerobicise
  • Campbell, Marsha. Topper Trivia (1)
  • Burchett, Lorri. Added Dimension – Concerts, Entertainment
  • Lyly, Linda. Fine Arts – Entertainment
  • Lyly, Linda. Theater
  • Lyly, Linda. Childish Direction – Children’s Theatre
  • Sandman, Ellen. Classic Reunion – Homecoming
  • Cornett, …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 52, No. 59, Wku Student Affairs Jun 1977

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 52, No. 59, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

  • Frederick, Elise. Dero Downing Still Seriously Objects to Tuition Waiver for Murray State University
  • Poet William Matthews to Speak Tomorrow
  • Galloway, Amy. Air-Conditioning Failure Alters Campus Activities
  • Frederick, Elise. Enriching: Workshoppers’ Talent Developed Through Study – Dance
  • Ward, Lesa. Blue Sphere Whirls, Floats Quivers with Inner Energy – Charles Forrester
  • Harned, Ginny. Music Department Buys Harpsichord
  • Padgett, Don. Dr. Carlton Jackson Outstanding in Research
  • Hancock, Mary Beth. Dr. William McMahon Gets Citation for Teaching
  • Reeves, Robin. Renovation of College Inn to Begin Next Month
  • WKU …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 52, No. 57, Wku Student Affairs Apr 1977

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 52, No. 57, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

  • Halicks, Richard. Regents to Decide Transfer Requests of Administrators
  • Kuhl, Greg. Dero Downing Questions Murray State University Tuition Break
  • Mami, Alfina. Artists Find Sculpture Models in Mirrors
  • 3 Dormitories to Stay Open
  • Minton, Don. Arson Investigator Begins Probe of Fraternity Fire – Sigma Alpha Epsilon
  • Ribar, Richard. Jimmy Buffet Serves Crowd Down-Home Cookin’
  • Broadcast Advisory Council to Discuss Broadcasting Plans
  • Tuition Break for Murray May Cost Western
  • Wildman, Judy. Without Venom or Visor, Editor Survives (Even Enjoys) Term
  • Vogt, Christy. Associated Student Government Rewarding Challenge …


Ua3/9/4 Scrapbook Viii, Part 1, Wku President's Office - Downing Jan 1977

Ua3/9/4 Scrapbook Viii, Part 1, Wku President's Office - Downing

WKU Archives Records

Scrapbook regarding WKU administration, history, faculty, staff and students for period August 1976 through August 1977 compiled by the president's office.


Ua37/23 Whas Broadcast No. 20, Whas, Western Kentucky University, Earl Moore Feb 1936

Ua37/23 Whas Broadcast No. 20, Whas, Western Kentucky University, Earl Moore

WKU Archives Records

Script for weekly WKU broadcast on WHAS radio. This show included Earl Moore, Gordon Wilson and demonstrations of folk songs.


Ua1b1 11th All Star Concert Series, Western Kentucky University Jan 1930

Ua1b1 11th All Star Concert Series, Western Kentucky University

WKU Archives Records

Advertisement for the 11th all star concert series hosted by WKU in 1929-1930. Features singers, musicians and lecturers:

  • Estelle Gray-Llevinne
  • United States Army Band
  • Berger-Steindel-Aster Trio
  • Gloria Randolph
  • Smallman a Capella Choir
  • Ratan Devi
  • Chandra Dharma Sena Gooneratne
  • Henri Scott
  • Charles Boggs
  • Melvena Passmore
  • Festival Opera Company
  • Howard Carman
  • William Phillips
  • Rhys Morgan