British Values in Creative Dance
•Year 7
•Dance
•Position centrally for even sound distribution, test volume levels
Alternative: Portable bluetooth speaker, laptop with external speakers
Cued and ready to play, volume appropriate for activity level
Alternative: Other upbeat James Bond theme music for warm-up
Main performance track, ensure high quality audio for final performances
Alternative: Original John Barry version, orchestral arrangements
Position for clear view of all performers, ensure sufficient storage space
Alternative: Smartphone on tripod, multiple devices for different angles
For mapping performance structure and noting group progress
Alternative: Flipchart paper, tablet for projecting
Smooth movement or change from one section of choreography to another
The final pose or formation that concludes the entire performance piece
The organised sequence and flow of all sections in the complete dance
Tools used to vary and develop movement including canon, unison, levels, direction, dynamics, formation
A still, statue-like position held by dancers to create impact or show relationships
The process of reflecting on your own performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement
Where dancers perform the same movement but at different times, creating a ripple effect
The process of improving and polishing movement to achieve higher quality
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Storytelling through movement, character development, vocabulary expansion through technical terminology
Visual composition through formation, understanding of aesthetic principles, creative expression
Character portrayal, performance skills, use of space and levels for dramatic effect
Exploring British cultural values, understanding of James Bond as cultural icon, Cold War context
Understanding musical structure, rhythm and timing, interpreting musical themes and atmosphere
Collaboration and teamwork, leadership skills, self-evaluation and target setting, respect and inclusion
Central position for whole-class instruction, circulate during group work for individual support
Group collaboration, technical execution of choreographic devices, performance quality and confidence
Groups struggling with cooperation, unclear understanding of choreographic devices, safety concerns
Use clear, exaggerated movements to show choreographic devices; demonstrate transitions slowly then at performance speed; model positive group collaboration
Minimum 12m x 8m clear space per group, with 2m safety zones between groups
Clean, dry, non-slip surface free from obstacles, appropriate for dynamic dance movement
Immediate stop signal established, first aid kit accessible, emergency contact information available
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