Individualizing choreographic training in mixed-age groups

Анотація

This study explores the individualization of choreographic training in mixed-age groups comprising elementary-school children and adolescents. Its relevance stems from the proliferation of private dance studios in which instructors regularly work with age-diverse ensembles, yet pedagogical guidance remains fragmented. The novelty of this research lies in its synthesis of English-language works published between 2010 and 2025 and in the development of a structured, multi-level lesson model that combines playful mastery of foundational steps, advanced variations, and peer-mentoring by older students. The study’s aim is to formulate practical principles for differentiating workload, curriculum content, and communication strategies that enhance each participant’s technical development and motivation. To that end, we conducted a comparative analysis of ten international empirical studies, statistically processed engagement metrics, carried out expert interviews with teachers in the USA, Canada, and the UK, and performed content analysis of studio curricula. The outcome is a set of recommendations on multi-level combinations, flow-based class organization, and a mastery-based assessment system. This article is intended for choreographic educators, supplementary-education methodologists, competitive dance coaches, and researchers in arts pedagogy. In conclusion, we argue for expanding professional-development courses focused on mixed-age teaching and underscore the importance of adapting international methodologies to Russia’s dance-education market. We also propose implementing an integrated digital platform for tracking individual learner progress and sustaining motivation.

Ключові слова: individualization; mixed-age group; choreography; multi-level instruction; differentiated methodology; mentorship; play-based techniques; mastery assessment; pedagogical motivation; dance studio

Як цитувати

@article{internauka11199,
  author   = {Pnivchuk, Ivanna},
  title    = {Individualizing choreographic training in mixed-age groups},
  journal  = {Міжнародний науковий журнал «Інтернаука»},
  year     = {2025},
  number   = {7},
  doi      = {10.25313/2520-2057-2025-7-11199},
  url      = {https://www.inter-nauka.com/issues/2025/7/11199}
}

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