Dance Pedagogy MA: Embodiment and Connection: Miniseries Episode 6

23/09/2025 18 min

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From street dance to circus acrobatics, dance isn't just about movement—it's about connection. In this episode, Paulina Latva (@pauliinalatva, www.pauliinalatva.com) joins us to discuss the Master's in Dance Pedagogy at the Theatre Academy. We dive into her journey, the core philosophy of her studies, and how dance education is evolving to embrace new ideas about embodied learning. The associated blog found here. Timestamps(0:18) - Meet Paulina(1:05) - What is Dance Pedagogy?(2:10) - Degree structure and her internship(4:53) - Hopes for the future(5:32) - Application process(7:12) - Advice for aspiring dance teachers(9:01) - Trends in dance pedagogy(12:35) - Creative process(15:59) - Well-being and self-care(17:22) - Final thoughtsHosted by Ellenor Rose Nish (@studiomokii, studiomokii.com).