Impact of Technology in Dance Sports: How Digital Tools are Changing Training and Performance

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  • Peng Huang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/3xxfks32

Keywords:

Dance Technology and Software, Technique, Timing and Musicality, Posture and Aligning, Frame and Connection, Choreography, Styling and Artistry Showmanship

Abstract

This research examined demographic characteristics, techniques of incorporating technology, disparities in evaluation, and obstacles encountered by coaches. The results of our study indicate that a significant proportion of participants are women (61%), aged between 18 and 20 (62%), and are spread throughout several academic years. Participants sometimes use technology into their training, mostly with dance technology and software. Although there are no notable disparities in terms of sex, age, or academic year, there is a substantial difference between first-year and third-year students in terms of their technology integration evaluation. The influence of technology on performance remains consistently mild across several aspects like as technique, timing and musicality, posture and alignment, frame and connection, choreography, style and creativity, and showmanship. The challenges encountered by coaches in technology integration include restricted availability in rural regions, financial difficulties, shortages in technical expertise, language obstacles, and managing restrictions related to competitiveness. The presence of resistance to change among athletes also presents a difficulty. The consequences indicate a need for customized training programs and resources to improve the technological proficiency of coaches and participants. Suggested measures include the establishment of technology resource centers, provision of specialized training platforms, and cultivation of cooperation with technology specialists.

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Published

27-05-2024

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How to Cite

Huang, P. (2024). Impact of Technology in Dance Sports: How Digital Tools are Changing Training and Performance. Journal of Education and Educational Research, 8(3), 433-446. https://doi.org/10.54097/3xxfks32