Proceedings of International Conference on Dance and Education

Sustainable Development in Dance Education: Building an Artistic Ecosystem in Thai Dance Higher Education

2025-11-03T08:54:08+07:00

Dance education occupies a critical role in advancing sustainable development, especially in contexts where traditional art forms intersect with modern cultural and economic change. This paper investigates the current state of Thai dance education, using Department of Thai Dance, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University (SSRU) as a case study, and explores how its reforms align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study adopts a qualitative approach, combining document analysis, interviews, classroom observations, and focus group discussions to examine institutional strategies and pedagogical practices. Findings indicate that Thai dance education faces multiple challenges: institutional pressures from state policies and quality assurance systems, heavy faculty workloads, declining student enrolment, and the demand for versatile graduates. Traditionally focused on producing teachers or performers, dance education must now respond to broader labour market and societal needs. The Thai Dance Department, SSRU has addressed these issues by restructuring its Performing Arts Creative Project into a three-stage process of skill assessment, creative work presentation, and academic output. This model ensures technical proficiency, fosters innovation, and strengthens scholarly contributions. The study discusses this reform through the lens of the artistic ecosystem, a framework emphasizing the interdependence of curricula, institutions, communities, and technologies. The SSRU case illustrates how dance education can balance tradition with innovation, expand cultural identity through creativity, and integrate community engagement with digital platforms. Ultimately, the research argues that sustainable development in dance education requires cultivating adaptable graduates, bridging academic and professional domains, and embedding dance education within a larger ecosystem of cultural sustainability.

Ethnochoreography-Based Dance Education for Strengthening Cultural Awareness and Cross-Cultural Identity

2025-11-03T09:05:29+07:00

This article examines dance education based on an ethnochoreograic approach as a pedagogical strategy to foster cultural awareness and shape students' self-identity in a cross-cultural context. This approach positions dance as a cultural text that is full of social, symbolic, and historical meaning. This study was prepared as a conceptual research with a qualitative, descriptive-analytical approach, referring to the literature in the fields of ethnochoreograology, educational anthropology, and reflective pedagogy. The results of the study show that dance education that is designed in a contextual and reflective manner is able to integrate embodied experiences, symbolic exploration, and cultural dialogue. The Recognize–Relate–Reflect learning model is seen as effective in encouraging learners' affective and cognitive involvement. Teachers act as cultural facilitators, reflection guides, and local community liaison. Through this learning, students not only master movement techniques, but also experience the process of self-meaning, strengthening empathy, and cultural identity transformation. Thus, ethnochoreogralogical approaches offer a significant contribution to designing art curricula that are transformative, inclusive, and relevant to multicultural dynamics in the global era.

Integrating Sundanese Cultural Values into Dance Education: An Experiential Learning Approach in Higher Education

2025-11-03T09:19:40+07:00

In the face of globalization threatening local cultural preservation, integrating Sundanese cultural values into higher education dance curricula has become urgent. This study analyzes the application of experiential learning as a pedagogical strategy to revitalize Sundanese traditional dance. This approach teaches technical skills and allows students to experience and internalize the dance's philosophical and cultural meanings through active participation, reflective observation, and experimentation. The findings indicate that experiential learning effectively strengthens cultural identity and pride in heritage. The pedagogical implications highlight the need for curriculum design incorporating local wisdom, collaborative projects with cultural practitioners, and the integration of digital media to expand accessibility. Thus, experiential learning is proposed as a transformative pathway to ensure the sustainability and relevance of Sundanese cultural values in higher education.

Innovation in International Dance Learning through Experiential Learning: Integrating Cognitive, Affective, and Psychomotor Competencies in Higher Education

2025-11-03T09:24:19+07:00

This study aims to examine the implementation of Experiential Learning in the teaching of International Dance in higher education and its impact on the development of student competencies. A mixed-methods approach combined a conceptual literature review with field studies through classroom observations and interviews. The literature review involved 35 academic articles from reputable international and national journals. At the same time, field data were collected from observations of four International Dance learning sessions and interviews with 10 students and two dance lecturers. The findings demonstrate that the Experiential Learning model is effective in enhancing students’ cognitive competencies through a deeper understanding of dance theory, history, and aesthetics; affective competencies through increased motivation, artistic appreciation, and cultural sensitivity; and psychomotor competencies through improved technical mastery, improvisation, and expressive movement. Kolb’s learning cycle, which consists of concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation, was successfully implemented in classroom dance practices. This study contributes theoretically by expanding the application of Experiential Learning in the field of dance education, which remains relatively underexplored, and practically by offering an innovative curriculum design that supports the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) policy and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 4 on quality education. The findings highlight that experience-based dance learning is relevant for improving technical skills and crucial in shaping reflective, creative, and adaptive students capable of responding to global cultural dynamics.

The Creative Process of Creating the Garudanesa Dance as a Representation of Local and National Cultural Identity

2025-11-03T09:36:55+07:00

This study examines the creative process underlying the development of the Garudanesa Dance as a representation of both local and national cultural identity. The work emphasizes the philosophical meaning of the Garuda bird as a symbol of Indonesian nationalism, embodying values of strength, unity, and wisdom. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, the research was conducted through three stages: exploration, improvisation, and composition. The exploration stage involved literature reviews, field observations of East Javanese traditional dances, and interviews with prominent dance maestros. The improvisation stage generated innovative movement variations that integrated elements of Arek, Banyuwangi, and Ponorogo dance traditions, supported by the experimental development of musical accompaniment and costume design. The composition stage resulted in a choreographic structure that featured dynamic floor patterns, symbolic movement sequences, collaborative music, and Garuda-inspired costumes. The findings indicate that the Garudanesa Dance successfully synthesizes the symbolic value of the Garuda with the richness of local traditions, producing a harmonious artistic expression. The bold, expressive movements and visual elements not only reaffirm cultural identity but also embody the spirit of nationalism. Consequently, the Garudanesa Dance can be positioned as an educational medium for fostering nationalist values as well as a strategy for revitalizing traditional arts in the face of modernization.

Women’s Resistance Against Beauty Standards Through the Dance Work Gugatan Tubuh Perempuan

2025-11-03T09:46:45+07:00

This paper explores Gugatan Tubuh Perempuan (Indictment of Women’s Bodies), a contemporary dance work interrogating beauty bullying and social pressures on women’s bodies. Grounded in the author’s personal experiences through an autoethnographic approach, this research employs Practice-Based Research while drawing upon objectification theory (Fredrickson & Roberts) and the beauty myth (Wolf). Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation of the creative process, and then analyzed thematically. The choreography involves audience participation by attaching duct tape onto the dancer’s body in a performance space set up as a photo studio, visualizing beauty standards as a form of restriction. Findings indicate that the subjectivity of personal experiences can be transformed into collective awareness, positioning dance as both a medium of resistance and healing. This study affirms the transformative power of dance not only as an artistic practice but also as a pedagogical one, offering a model of gender-equitable dance education for women’s empowerment.

Findings indicate that the subjectivity of personal experiences can be transformed into collective awareness, positioning dance as both a medium of resistance and healing. This study affirms the transformative power of dance not only as an artistic practice but also as a pedagogical one, offering a model of gender-equitable dance education for women’s empowerment.

Integrating Social Emotional Learning in Dance Education to Foster Elaboration and Collaboration Skills

2025-11-03T09:52:30+07:00

This study explores the integration of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into senior high school dance education to enhance elaboration and collaboration skills, competencies vital in the 21st century. Dance, as an expressive and social art form, aligns closely with SEL’s core domains—self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making—providing a strong foundation for creativity and teamwork. Using a qualitative descriptive method and case study approach, data were gathered through literature review, classroom observation, and analysis of students’ creative processes in dance composition. Results show that embedding SEL principles improved students’ technical and creative performance while fostering idea elaboration, role negotiation, and constructive peer feedback. Collaborative choreography project proved especially effective in promoting respect, active listening, and shared responsibility. The findings highlight dance education’s potential as a holistic medium to cultivate artistic and social-emotional growth. Integrating SEL into the dance curriculum supports empathy, cooperation, and creative problem-solving, contributing to arts-based SEL practices and emphasizing the need for intentional instructional design that connects artistic expression with personal and interpersonal development.

Organizing Strategies in the Introduction of Traditional Dance: A Study at a Vocational High School in Bandung

2025-11-03T09:57:53+07:00

Organizing is one of the key management functions that plays a vital role in the success of dance introduction programs in schools. This study aims to describe the application of organizing strategies in the introduction of traditional dance at a vocational high school (SMK Negeri) in Bandung. The focus is on role distribution, team structure, stakeholder coordination, and resource management as implemented by the cultural arts teacher. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach using in-depth interviews, classroom observation, and documentation. The findings are expected to provide insights into effective organizing practices that enhance cultural arts education, while also supporting the sustainability of traditional dance preservation in vocational education

The Enchantment of the Loh Boyo Dance Performance by Srimpi Dance Studio in Pemalang Regency

2025-11-03T10:00:50+07:00

This research aims to explain the form of performance and investigate the aesthetic appeal of the Loh Boyo dance at the Srimpi Dance Studio in Ampelgading District, Pemalang Regency. The study uses a qualitative method along with an ethnochoreology approach. The theoretical concepts applicable in this research include the theory of performance form by Soedarsono, the theory of performance aesthetics by Jazuli, and the theory of agency by Alfred Gell. The data collection methods used are observation, interviews, and documentation. To get the validity of data, triangulation of sources and methods was used, and data were analyzed by employing data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. The research findings indicate that the Loh Boyo dance performance comprises nine core working components theme, dancers, movements, accompaniment, costume, makeup, floor patterns, performance space, and lighting. The beauty of the Loh Boyo dance is represented by the unique movements dictated by the crocodile-like motion, a diverse pattern on the floor, energetic music, and original costumes, which help to create a powerful visual impression and aesthetic worth. These characteristics intensify the emotional appeal of the audience and symbolize the cultural recommendations of the coastal community in the Ampelgading district.

Preserving the Jaran Kepang Dance Based on Local Wisdom in Early Childhood Education Towards a Golden Indonesia 2045

2025-11-03T10:08:05+07:00

Preserving the Jaran Kepang Dance as a cultural heritage is important for early childhood education (ECD) based on local wisdom. This can help strengthen cultural identity and national character. The research objectives include preservation strategies, integration of dance into the curriculum, internalization of cultural values, support for the vision of Golden Indonesia 2045, and challenges and solutions in ECD education. The research method used a qualitative and ethnographic approach, with observations and interviews in kindergartens and dance studios. The results showed that the preservation of the Jaran Kepang Dance was successful with simplification of movements and parental involvement, and showed that 80% of participants were able to imitate the basic movements after training. Integration into the ECD curriculum was also successful, with 85% of children mastering the core movements well. Values such as togetherness and discipline can be internalized through play activities. However, challenges such as limited teachers and a lack of teaching aids need to be overcome through the creative use of local materials.

Arts, Academics, and the Tourism Industry to Create a Destination Focused on Cultural Preservation in the Kandri Tourist Village

2025-11-03T10:13:58+07:00

The main focus of this study is to formulate an integration model between artists, academics, and tourism industry players in managing local culture-based tourism in the Kandri Tourism Village, Semarang. The research method employed a qualitative approach, with data collection techniques including participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies. Analysis was conducted using a descriptive-analytical approach to explore the roles of each actor and their synergy in developing a sustainable tourism destination. The results indicate that (1) local performing arts and traditions of the Kandri community have significant potential as tourist attractions with educational and cultural value; (2) academics play a role in providing scientific guidance, research, and innovation in tourism product development; and (3) the tourism industry serves as a link between cultural attractions and the tourist market through promotional strategies and packaging. The integration of these three elements results in a tourism management model that emphasizes not only economic aspects but also cultural preservation and environmental sustainability. This research is expected to provide theoretical contributions to the development of culture-based tourism management studies and serve as a practical reference for local governments, tourism village managers, and stakeholders in developing sustainable tourism in Indonesia.

Development of Sundanese Dance Learning Module Assisted by Digital Application to Improve Cultural Literacy and Citizenship in Elementary School Students

2025-11-03T10:17:56+07:00

Dance education in Indonesian elementary schools faces significant challenges, including limited learning resources, teachers lacking specialized dance competencies, and declining student awareness of local cultural heritage, while the National Literacy Movement emphasizes cultural literacy and citizenship as essential 21st-century competencies. This study aims to develop and validate a Sundanese dance learning module assisted by digital applications to enhance cultural literacy and citizenship among fifth-grade elementary school students. This research employed a Design and Development approach using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation), with module validation conducted by material experts, media experts, and learning practitioners, and the implementation involved 30 fifth-grade students at one of the elementary schools in West Bandung Regency. The module incorporated digital applications including Canva for design, QR codes for video access, and YouTube for instructional videos demonstrating Tari Merak (Peacock Dance) and Tari Kijang (Deer Dance). Validation results showed 100% feasibility across all expert evaluations, categorizing the module as "Very Feasible" in content quality, presentation design, interaction usability, accessibility, reusability, standard compliance, learning goal alignment, feedback and adaptation, and motivation aspects. Implementation results demonstrated significant improvement in student cultural literacy, with mean scores increasing from 70.97 (pre-test) to 85.8 (post-test), representing a 20.9% enhancement, with all 30 students showing score improvements ranging from 10 to 27 points. The Sundanese dance learning module assisted by digital applications is highly feasible and effective for improving cultural literacy and citizenship among elementary school students. Future research should expand the development of the module to include other Indonesian dances and conduct longitudinal studies to assess long-term retention.