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At Dance Education Canada we are leading change through dance teacher training acknowledging that the role of dance educator that once was no longer suits our 21st century classrooms, studios and students. The responsibility of the vocation can cover a wide spectrum of topics, however today we will focus on the role, specifically pedagogical practices that support overall healthy child development, while discussing the importance of training, certification and continued professional development. Today’s discussion will focus the role of the ballet teacher, how the role has adapted, and why continued adaptation is necessary in today’s world. Today sharing his experience with and insight on the role of the ballet teacher is a ballet teacher, dancer and doctoral candidate Mr. Gabriel Stoyanov. GUEST: Born in the capital of Bulgaria, Gabriel Stoyanov Gabriel is an acclaimed teacher and award winning choreographer. He began his dance training at the age of five with the folklore ensemble “Rosna Kitka” and continued his training at the National School of Dance Art. At thirteen, started training with Krassimira Koldamova in her school while continuing with his education at the state dance school. In 2012 he was accepted to the prestigious National Music Academy “Pancho Vladigerov” for Ballet Pedagogy, 2017 graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and the title of Ballet Master/Pedagogue and followed his bachloers obtaining a Masters in the same field. In 2020, he was admitted to the doctorate program at the “Vaganova Ballet Academy” specializing in “Choreographic art”. INSTA: @gabriel.stoyanov LINKEDIN: Gabriel Stoyanov WEBISTE: gabrielstoyanov.com Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.