If you’ve ever ended class wondering, “Did they actually get that?” — you’re not alone. Many ballet teachers are taught to focus on combinations, not clarity. But today’s students thrive when they know what they’re learning, why it matters, and how it builds over time. That’s where learning objectives and scaffolded design come in.

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