Historical Movement to Performance
•Year 4
•Dance
•Position for clear sound throughout hall
Alternative: Bluetooth speaker, laptop with speakers
Test volume and sound quality before lesson
Alternative: Roman Numerals by Singsongalong, or unit-specific music
Visible to all students when seated
Alternative: Large paper sheets, interactive whiteboard
Positioned to capture full performance space
Alternative: Smartphone, school camera
Distribute quickly for rhythm activities
Alternative: Wooden spoons, pencils, hand clapping
Dancing in synchronisation with the music's beat and rhythm
When dancers perform the same movement but start at different times
When all dancers perform the same movement at exactly the same time
The arrangement and positioning of dancers in the performance space
The height at which movements are performed - high, medium, low
The smooth connection between different sections or movements
Carefully watching and judging the quality of a performance
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Speaking and listening skills through feedback discussions, vocabulary development with technical dance terms, presentation skills in performance
Understanding of aesthetics and visual elements, appreciation of performance as art form, creative expression through movement
Rhythm and beat recognition, musical timing and phrasing, listening skills and musical appreciation
Building confidence and self-esteem, giving and receiving feedback constructively, celebrating achievements and supporting others
Move around the space to observe all students, position near music system for easy control, ensure clear sight lines during performances
Watch for technical accuracy, timing with music, use of performance checklist criteria, quality of peer feedback interactions
Step in if feedback becomes unkind or too vague, support students struggling with technical vocabulary, help with timing difficulties
Show clear contrast between good and excellent performance quality, demonstrate technical vocabulary in context, model appropriate feedback language
Large hall or studio space minimum 10m x 8m, clear of obstacles and with non-slip flooring
Clean, dry, non-slip surface suitable for dance movement, no loose mats or equipment
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, follow school procedures for accident reporting
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