Dance Psychology

Subject 756-865 (2009)

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Credit Points: 6.25
Level: 6 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 24 hours ( 2 hours per week for 12 weeks)
Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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Subject Overview: The study of psychological issues for dancers, and the current evolution of sport psychology theories for dance applications. Examination of specific issues including performance, anxiety, stress, perfectionism and body image, child development, and emotional disorders and behaviours affecting dance practice.
Assessment:

Participation and contribution to coursework (40%);
15 minute class presentation during semester (40%):
Written assessment of not more than 1000 words at end of semester (20%);

Hurdle requirement 80% attendance.

Prescribed Texts: None
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Notes: Not offered in 2009

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