Expressing British Values Through Creative Dance and Choreography
•Year 6
•Dance
•Position for clear sound across the hall, test volume levels
Alternative: Bluetooth speaker, laptop with speakers
Pre-load tracks, ensure smooth transitions between songs
Alternative: 'A View to a Kill', 'James Bond Theme 007 Band Collection Cover Version'
Use to define group working spaces and performance area
Alternative: Spots, rope to mark boundaries
Position for wide shot of performance area if filming
Alternative: Tablet, smartphone, camera
Prepare 2 stars and a wish evaluation templates
Alternative: Self-assessment cards, reflection journals
A choreographic device where movements are performed by different dancers at different times, like a round in music
All dancers performing the same movement at exactly the same time
The arrangement or pattern that dancers make on the stage or performance space
The quality of movement - how much energy and force is used (sharp, smooth, explosive, sustained)
Creating dance by using random methods like dice, cards or improvisation rather than planning every movement
A short sequence of movements that forms the basis of a dance and can be developed and repeated
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development through dance terminology, verbal communication in group work, descriptive language for movement evaluation
Visual composition through formations, aesthetic appreciation, creative expression through movement
James Bond as British cultural icon, understanding of British values through character portrayal
Counting beats and phrases (32/64 counts), pattern recognition in formations, spatial awareness and geometry
Understanding of rhythm and phrasing, listening skills for musical interpretation, tempo and dynamics
Collaboration and teamwork skills, democratic decision-making in groups, respect for others' ideas and contributions
Move between groups during development work, position for full view during performances, be accessible for questions
Group collaboration skills, use of choreographic devices, performance confidence, safe movement execution
Step in if groups struggling with collaboration, provide technique support for choreographic devices, ensure safety during transitions
Use clear, exaggerated movements to show choreographic devices, model effective group discussion, demonstrate performance quality differences
Minimum 15m x 10m clear space, suitable for group formations and individual movement
Clean, dry, non-slip surface free from obstacles and hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid support, clear space for emergency access if needed
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