Exploring The Elements And Necessity Of Enhancing Dance Teachers' Competency In Higher Education Institutions: Insights From Zhengzhou Sias University

Abstract

The study identifies four essential competencies that dance teachers in higher education institutions should possess. The study focused on 19 dance teachers at Zhengzhou Sias University, employing literature review, expert evaluation, individual interviews, and questionnaires to reach its conclusions. According to the findings, the components of dance teachers' competency in higher education institutions are: 1) professional ethics, 2) teaching ability, 3) professional skills, and 4) research ability. These components include 13 secondary indicators and 26 tertiary indicators, whose necessity has been validated. The results of this study contribute to further enhancing the professional competencies of dance teachers in higher education institutions and provide recommendations and guidance for their professional development.