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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Swayam’s Foundation Course in Kathak online programme is developed with the sole aim of providing a detailed and systematic practical training in one of the primary classical dance forms of India, Kathak. The six-week course conveys the historical knowledge of this dance form, along with the intricate steps and aesthetics connected to the art. Amita Dutt, who teaches at the Rabindra Bharati University, mentors the course.
Moreover, the Foundation Course in Kathak online training programme acts as a preliminary for anyone who’s looking to have advanced Kathak training. The course content covers essential practical training in positions and dance steps like Today, Paran, Thaat, Aamad, along with offering theoretical knowledge in the dance form’s history, origin, and evolution.
You can apply for the Foundation Course in Kathak online course by Swayam through a quick and straightforward application process. Furthermore, you won’t need to pay any fees since this course is free of cost. After completing the course, along with all the assignments and final exams, you will earn a course completion certificate offered by Swayam.
The Highlights
- Free of cost learning available
- Swayam Certificate
- Instructed in English
- Six weeks of training
- High-quality video lectures
- Undergraduate level dance programme
- Expert Instructor from Rabindra Bharati University
Programme Offerings
- Free Of Cost
- online learning
- Study material
- English instructor
- video lectures
- Certificate by Swayam
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata |
Eligibility Criteria
You will be eligible to earn the course completion certificate for the Foundation Course in Kathak programme after you have successfully submitted all the internal assignments, and have appeared for the final exam. You need to obtain scores above the minimum criteria specified by Swayam to clear both the assignments and the test.
What you will learn
Once you’re done with the Foundation Course in Kathak online training programme, you will be well-versed in various theoretical and practical concepts of Kathak like:
- Fundamentals of Nritta and types of Nritta
- Kathak steps and positions like Tatkar, Aamad, Toda, Paran, and many more
- Basics and Types of Abhinaya
- The historical significance of Kathak
- Contemporary developments in Kathak
Who it is for
The online Foundation Course in Kathak programme is suitable for anyone who wishes to gain knowledge about the history and evolution of Kathak.
Admission Details
Step 1: To enrol for the Foundation Course in Kathak online training, you must visit the course page first and go through the programme details.
Step 2: After carefully going through the information, click on the sign-in/register option.
Step 3: Fill in your Swayam credentials for logging in. If you don’t have an account, open one by providing your educational, location, and personal details.
Step 4: After you have filled in the details, use the verification code sent to your registered email.
Step 5: Finally, click on the ‘Create’ option, and you will be successfully enrolled in the course.
Application Details
You can join the Foundation Course in Kathak just by registering or signing in to your Swayam account. You don’t need to fill a separate application form.
The Syllabus
- Tihai
- Introduction to Nritta: Hasta Sanchalan – Part 1
- Introduction to Nritta: Hasta Sanchalan – Part 2
- Introduction to Nritta: Tatkar in Trital and Padhant
- Tukra
- Tatkar
- Aamad
- Paran
- Thaat
- Toda
- Abhinaya: Gat Bhava 1
- Abhinaya: Shloka
- Abhinaya: Gat Bhava 2
- Theory 1: History and Origin of Kathak
- Theory 2: Development of Kathak: The Lucknow Gharana
- Theory 3: The Jaipur and the Benaras Gharanas: History and Development of Kathak
- Beyond Lessons: On the Stage
- Theory 4: History and Origin of Kathak: The Modern Age
- Revision and Recapitulation
- Theory 5: Contemporary Development: Rejuvenation and Expansion
Evaluation process
To avail the certificate for completing the Foundation Course in Kathak by Swayam, you must register for the examination. The information regarding the exam date will be conveyed to you while registering. You must also pay the examination fees, and book your preferred examination centre.
The examination will be computer-based, which will be proctored.
Instructors
Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course has assignments at the end of every week, which makes it a total of six assignments.
The weekly assignments comprise both subjective and objective type questions.
Yes. The course offers a list of references and books.
The weekly assignments are allotted a total of 30% weightage, whereas the final exams hold 70% weightage.