Structured, progressive movement sequences. Not all of the above elements may be present in a single class, particularly if the class is only one hour in length. Most, if not all, of these elements should be present in longer classes, for example, in workshops and seminars. Communication of information to students. This is an area in which many teachers need to improve their skills.
Exceptional teachers have the ability to multitask when communicating movement.
Effective communication of dance requires insightful movement analysis and the ability to convey that information to students. Student assessment and evaluation. Good teachers should be able to measure students skills prior to class experience, during students performance in class, and should be able to make an overall assessment of accomplishment at the conclusion of class. Effective teachers provide for constant and individual feedback, insightful corrections. Some teachers are fearful of giving constructive feedback out of concern for losing students.