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Rachel Atkinson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Final projects in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"Here  is my project. What a wonderful class!AtkinsonRachel_Mexican Corridos throughout History.doc"
Jun 17, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion WWII, 1950s, 1960s, Nuclear Age in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"I really enjoyed the stroll, the twist, and the swing. During college, I learned to swing dance, and have loved it ever since (although now I know it was to an 8 count so that it used a different step). Over the past few years I have been wondering…"
May 31, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion WWI / Roaring 20s in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"This is a great period. I especially enjoyed the jazz, the Duke Ellington songs, and the fox trot (of course). The Charleston was lively too! The Charleston and the one step would probably be the easiest to share with my students, and it would be a…"
May 31, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Westward Movement/Pioneers (1800 - 1900) in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"Jump Jim Joe and Lucky Seven were my favorites. I have been to several contra dance parties so I especially resonated with carefree/fun feel to these songs. Jump Jim Joe, I especially like, because I can change the commands as I discuss different…"
May 31, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Negro Spirituals/Civil War (1861-1865) in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"Noemia's dance lesson was super fun and expressive! I like the ideas several have posted here about tying it in with regular activities and then dramatizing them. Since I will primarily be teaching math next year, I am also trying to figure out ways…"
May 30, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Colonial/Revolution Era in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"I really enjoyed the dances from this period, especially the reel, "The Campbells" are coming and the waltz. I can really see using reels in my classroom. They are fun, informal, and students don't have to dance with partners. It also fits perfectly…"
May 30, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Pre-Colonial Era (Baroque, Renaissance & Pre-Columbus Native America) Reflections in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"My favorite dance so far this morning, and the one that will be the easiest to share with my students is the Native American Welcome dance. The friendship dance sounds fun too! It seems like a great way to break the ice, and, in the past, I have…"
May 30, 2013
Rachel Atkinson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Introductions in Using Music and Dance as a Primary Source - ASDSA 2013
"I teach 4th grade Spanish Immersion at Chugiak Elementary. However, next year I will be teaching 4th and 5th grade with a team of two other educators. Although my primary focus will be math next year, I will be supporting the 5th grade Social…"
May 27, 2013