| Week | Topics | Study Materials | Materials |
| 1 |
The role and importance of basic rhythm and dance lesson in education
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| 2 |
Methods related to rhythm and movement education
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Ozkan N. (2006). Rhythm Education and Modern Dance. Nobel Publishing, 2nd Edition
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Tension and relaxation exercises in standing posture form
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Özkan N. (2006). Nobel Yayıncılık, 2. Baskı.
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| 4 |
Theoretical Walking exercises (fast, slow, changing direction)
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| 5 |
Basic jumping, jumping, balance and turn examples, dictation exercises with 2/4 3/4 3/4 4/4 measures.
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| 6 |
Theoretical information about the history and rhythm of waltz dance
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| 7 |
Midterm Exam
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| 8 |
Rhythm and basic steps of Standard Tango Dance
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| 9 |
Combining tango dance with music and pair work
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| 10 |
Rumba dance basic steps and partner exercises
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| 11 |
Cha cha dance learning, stepping
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| 12 |
Salsa dance learning, basic stepping
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| 13 |
Choreography exercises and practices with all the dances learned
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| 14 |
Final exam
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