Exploration of TCM characteristic aesthetic education based on the concept of"integration of medicine and dance":a case study of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Based on a case study of a dancing course at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine,and guided by the concept of medicine-dance integration as well as the ancient Chinese philosophy,we fully explored the common ground between traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)and dance in holistic harmony,cultivation of both physical and mental health,equal emphasis on yin and yang,and rhythmic breathing.Based on such common ground,we carried out theoretical study,and carefully designed an aesthetic education course with TCM characteristics Health Cultivation with Dance to Chinese Rhythm.Thanks to the course,students harvested not only graceful figure and good health,noble character and spirit,cultural self-confidence,but also better understanding of TCM ways of thinking and improved learning outcomes.Our research can provide reference for further exploration of effective routes of aesthetic education with TCM characteristics based on inheritance and development of fine TCM culture.
characteristics of traditional Chinese medicineaesthetic education courseintegration of medicine and dance