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Alexander's terminological maze

Subtitle: 
Its relation to teaching styles and methods
Material type: 
AT Focus: 
Alexander Technique
2008
April
28
Page position: 
43-53
Language: 
English
ISBN/ISSN/DOI: 
CCO008JE1.04
Notes and abstracts: 
The fact that Alexander’s terminology is problematic has practical consequences. It is argued that there is a strong correlation between our understanding of the basic concepts of the Technique and our of teaching and practising the Technique. The concepts covered are: use, sensory appreciation, inhibition, directions and orders, and the primary control. Each concept, their variations and different meanings are discussed. The interpretation of these will affect the style of hands-on work in teaching.