Professional Dance Analysis Workshop
Structured viewing and analysis of professional dance work to understand how movement communicates themes
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Structured viewing and analysis of professional dance work to understand how movement communicates themes
Quick Info
low
25
Classroom or hall with good viewing angles
Equipment Required
Video display system
1
Audio system
1
Professional dance video
1
Video Device
As needed
Tunnel Systems
As needed
Science Videos
As needed
Professional dance video clip
1
Flip chart or whiteboard
1
Markers or writing materials
3-4
Whiteboards
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Catching
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Weather
Indoor Suitable
Indoor Only
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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