Stage 2 Dance
Length of Course
Full Year
Level
Year 12
Learning Area
Performing Arts
Core or Specialist
Specialist
Pre-requisites
Stage 1 Dance
Subject Description
Students will explore aspects of the following topics:
- Deepening knowledge of the body, dance skills, elements, structural devices and production elements.
- Practicing safe dance techniques to prevent injuries
- Using elements of dance (space, time, dynamics, relationships) to convey ideas.
- Developing choreography and performance skills, including the use of choreographic devices and compositional forms.
- Reflecting on and analysing personal and others’ performances.
- Using dance terminology to discuss and refine dance practices.
- Considering contributions to group performances and feedback from peers and professionals.
Content
Students will explore aspects of the following topics:
- Technical (control, alignment, balance) and expressive skills (confidence, projection, musicality)
- Structural devices: Choreographic tools and compositional forms
- Safe Dance practices: Understanding the Musculoskeletal system and preventing injuries.
- Choreography and Performances: Using elements of dance to convey ideas
- Communication skills: Effective audience engagement
- Innovative Movement: Building and manipulating movement phrases.
- Collaboration: Working with others to creative and refine dance work
- Performance Analysis: Reflecting on personal and others’ performances
- Dance Literacy: Using appropriate terminology to discuss performance and choreography
- Improvement Strategies: Identifying areas for refinement and development in dance practice.
Assessment
- Performance Portfolio
- Dance Contexts
- Skills Development Portfolio
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Year 12 - Stage 2 Dance