PART 1: ANATOMY AND INJURY PREVENTION

Year, duration:
AD 1: 4 blocks

Study load (weekly):
Lectures, 60 minutes per week
Weekly homework plus 10 hours of self-study for the tests.

Builds these competencies
3. Problem-solving competency
4. Communicative competency
5. Learning and developing competences
6. Collaborative competencies

Course content
The aim of this part or the course is to increase students' knowledge of anatomy and injury prevention, so that they can apply it in their own field. The emphasis in this module is on theory, but practical assignments and exercises are also included.

Learning Objectives
The student:

  • Is familiar with anatomical terminology and has basic knowledge of injury prevention.
  • Understands how dance and anatomy are related to injury prevention.
  • Is able to apply the acquired knowledge in dance practice.
  • Is able to respond to injuries sensibly, safely and effectively.
  • Has developed knowledge and skills and can make informed decisions during training

Working methods    
 (do to learn/learn to do):
- Lecture
- Instruction / self-study (in class and at home)

Used study material (professional literature, cases, assignments, videos, etc.)
- Willemsen, T. (2007). Anatomy and injury. Amsterdam: Obey Willemsen.
- PowerPoint presentations
- PPT handouts
- Videos exercises Iva Lešić

Assessment method part 1
Knowledge test (Test format: multiple choice questions and open questions)

Assessment criteria  
2) 5
3) 5
4) 1
5) 1,2, 3, 4
6) 4

PART 2 REFLECTION AND IN-DEPTH STUDY

Year, duration:
AD1: 3 blocks
Block 1: orientation / exploration and ideas phase.
Block 2: realization phase and handing in paper
Block 3: presentations

Class load (weekly):
3 contact hours in total
self-study hours per week depend on the chosen theme and student experience.

Builds these competencies
3. Problem-solving competency
4. Communicative competency
5. Learning and developing competences
6. Collaborative competencies

Course content
During this part of the course the student is required to conduct a research project on a topic in the field of dance and health. Ultimately the student will write a paper and present the results in front of the class.

 Learning Objectives

  • The student is able to gain insight and knowledge of a topic related to dance, anatomy and / or injury prevention.
  • The student is able to actively acquire knowledge with help from books, internet, lessons and other resources.
  • The student is able to theoretically work out a topic related to dance, anatomy and / or injury prevention.
  • The student is able to translate the information gathered into the dance practice.
  • The student is able to give a presentation about the chosen topic in the field of dance health, anatomy and / or injury prevention to fellow students and teachers.

Working methods    
(do to learn/learn to do):
- Instruction / self-study (in class and at home) / feedback / reflection

Study material (specialist literature, case histories, assignments, videos, etc.)
-Bulsuk, K. G. (2009) Taking the First Step with PDCA. 2 February 2009.
-Zevensprong derived from the Rijksuniversiteit Limburg Reader Reflectie & Verdieping Bronverwijzing volgens APA-stijl criteria

Assessment method part 2: 
Paper, process and presentation

Assessment criteria  
2) 5
3) 2,3,5
4) 1
5) 1,2, 3, 4
6) 4

Assessment method final:
The final grade for Health & Performance Theory course consists of accumulated grades earned in “Part 1: Anatomy and Injury Prevention t” and “Part 2: reflection and In-depth Study”. The two grades weigh equally. The grade point average of 5,5 and above is considered a pass.

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