Cultural Expression to Creative Choreography
•Year 7
•Dance
•Position for clear audio throughout dance space
Alternative: Portable speaker with smartphone connection
Visible from all areas of the dance space
Alternative: Large monitor or interactive whiteboard
Cued to appropriate sections, volume tested
Alternative: Other recognisable pop music with clear beat
Cued to 50-second mark for immediate viewing
Alternative: Other dance videos showing clear concepts
Laminated for reuse, distributed before assessment
Alternative: Simplified peer assessment sheets
For recording key vocabulary and concepts
Alternative: Flipchart paper and pens
Moving the body from one place to another through space
Rotating the body around its vertical or horizontal axis
Taking off from and landing on the ground using both feet or one foot
Movements of parts of the body that don't support body weight
Holding a still position or pose for a moment in time
When dancers perform the same movement at exactly the same time
When dancers perform the same movement but start at different times
The speed of the music or movement
The height at which movements are performed - high, medium, low
A short sequence of movement that can be repeated and developed
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development with dance terminology; descriptive language for evaluation; communication skills in teaching
Counting and timing; understanding sequences and patterns; spatial awareness and geometry in movement
Spatial awareness and composition; understanding levels, shapes and lines in movement; aesthetic appreciation
Performance skills, expression, character development through movement; understanding audience and stage presence
Context of 1980s music and dance culture; understanding dance as cultural expression and historical record
Understanding rhythm, tempo, and musical structure; responding to different musical styles and genres
Teamwork and collaboration skills; building confidence and self-esteem; respecting others and celebrating differences
Move around the room perimeter to maintain visibility of all students, position centrally for demonstrations
Watch for concept recognition, timing and musicality, collaborative skills, performance confidence
Step in if partnerships are not working effectively, if students are struggling with concept identification, if safety concerns arise
Always demonstrate movements larger than life for visibility, count clearly and consistently, show both correct technique and common mistakes for comparison
Minimum 8m x 8m clear dance space, non-slip flooring, adequate ceiling height for jumping
Dance floor clean and dry, no obstacles or hazards, appropriate for dance footwear
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, clear space for emergency access if needed
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