LOD Teacher Trainer Dr. Teresa Heiland's new pedagogy textbook, Leaping into Dance Literacy through the Language of Dance®, is building some exciting buzz.
In the August 2023 issue of Journal of Dance Education (JODE), Julie Brodie writes:
"Heiland makes a compelling case for LOD as both a pedagogical approach and a conceptual framework for understanding dance. The section on LOD values is a highlight of the book; the focus on “playful learning” for all ages and populations, education of the whole person, and community building all seem particularly relevant to the world today and the needs of our students."
Leaping into Dance Literacy through the Language of Dance® presents the theory and purpose underpinning the approaches to dance literacy as explored by the Language of Dance® community in the USA and UK. Through their teacher training programs, they are changing the face of dance-based dance literacy using motif notation. We are in a new era for educating with dance notation, focusing on learners’ engagement by making connections between the learning domains using constructivist and constructionist learning approaches.
JODE writer Brodie later adds:
"A wealth of ideas and materials are embedded in the third part of the book—essentially a library of lesson plans shared by experienced LOD practitioners working with different populations. The plans are logically organized by age and build from simple to complex. This section alone makes the book a valuable resource for those interested in utilizing Motif Notation in their teaching or creative pursuits.
Leaping into Dance Literacy is a welcome addition to books available on dance notation. It is packed with information and ideas for teachers and could also be used in a pedagogy class for students already familiar with Motif Notation. The book’s organization into distinct sections enables readers to use it as a reference book, and not necessarily as a beginning-to-end read."
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Julie Brodie (24 Aug 2023): Leaping into Dance Literacy through the Language of Dance®, Journal of Dance Education, DOI: 10.1080/15290824.2023.2222822