National Dance Education Standards

The National Dance Education Standards are a set of guidelines developed to ensure quality dance teaching across schools and programs. They outline what students should know and be able to do in dance, covering areas such as technical skills, creativity, understanding dance's cultural and historical context, and demonstrating performance and choreography abilities. These standards help educators design effective curricula, support student growth in dance, and ensure that dance education is meaningful, inclusive, and developmental. Overall, they serve as a blueprint for providing comprehensive dance learning experiences that foster artistic expression, critical thinking, and physical literacy.