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CUACHR301
Develop basic dance composition skills

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to organise movement in order to compose a short dance sequence of limited topic or scope. The skills developed in this unit are the building blocks for the craft of choreography.

Dancers who need to compose short dance sequences as part of dance studies or for informal presentations apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. At this level dance composition is simple in nature, for example using one prop or taking a theme (such as meeting and parting), and could be applied to a variety of dance styles.

Work is usually undertaken under supervision, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare the body for dance

1.1 Perform basic warm-up and warm-down activities

1.2 Adhere to injury-prevention techniques

1.3 Identify common health issues for dancers

2. Analyse dance composition

2.1 Discuss with relevant personnel the elements of dance and how they are used to craft movement

2.2 Identify components of the composition process by analysing original professional dance compositions

2.3 Through discussion and observation, identify how intent and form are used in dance composition and how they can be documented

2.4 Discuss with relevant personnel how concepts of music assist in providing a range of ways to manipulate form and movement

3. Practise dance composition technique

3.1 Extend the use of a range of starting points when composing dance

3.2 Practise the use of intent and form when composing dance

3.3 Manipulate elements of dance to craft movement using various stimuli

3.4 Generate and organise movement for dance using play and exploration

4. Compose a simple dance sequence

4.1 Compose a dance sequence with a specified intent and form

4.2 Communicate composition ideas and concepts using appropriate dance terminology

4.3 Use effective verbal and physical demonstration skills while working with dancers

4.4 Organise to have the sequence recorded for evaluation purposes

4.5 Use the recording to evaluate work and seek feedback from relevant personnel in order to edit and refine the dance sequence

Evidence of the ability to:

use form and intent to compose a simple dance sequence that communicates an idea

communicate effectively with others when demonstrating dance composition skills

use dance terminology correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

in the context of composing dance sequences, demonstrate a basic knowledge of:

dance as a form of communication

difference between abstraction and stylisation

form, intent and starting points

describe issues and challenges that arise when composing dance, along with solutions to address them.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

• appropriate practice and performance space

• resources and equipment used to develop basic acting skills.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare the body for dance

1.1 Perform basic warm-up and warm-down activities

1.2 Adhere to injury-prevention techniques

1.3 Identify common health issues for dancers

2. Analyse dance composition

2.1 Discuss with relevant personnel the elements of dance and how they are used to craft movement

2.2 Identify components of the composition process by analysing original professional dance compositions

2.3 Through discussion and observation, identify how intent and form are used in dance composition and how they can be documented

2.4 Discuss with relevant personnel how concepts of music assist in providing a range of ways to manipulate form and movement

3. Practise dance composition technique

3.1 Extend the use of a range of starting points when composing dance

3.2 Practise the use of intent and form when composing dance

3.3 Manipulate elements of dance to craft movement using various stimuli

3.4 Generate and organise movement for dance using play and exploration

4. Compose a simple dance sequence

4.1 Compose a dance sequence with a specified intent and form

4.2 Communicate composition ideas and concepts using appropriate dance terminology

4.3 Use effective verbal and physical demonstration skills while working with dancers

4.4 Organise to have the sequence recorded for evaluation purposes

4.5 Use the recording to evaluate work and seek feedback from relevant personnel in order to edit and refine the dance sequence

Evidence of the ability to:

use form and intent to compose a simple dance sequence that communicates an idea

communicate effectively with others when demonstrating dance composition skills

use dance terminology correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

in the context of composing dance sequences, demonstrate a basic knowledge of:

dance as a form of communication

difference between abstraction and stylisation

form, intent and starting points

describe issues and challenges that arise when composing dance, along with solutions to address them.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

• appropriate practice and performance space

• resources and equipment used to develop basic acting skills.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Perform basic warm-up and warm-down activities 
Adhere to injury-prevention techniques 
Identify common health issues for dancers 
Discuss with relevant personnel the elements of dance and how they are used to craft movement 
Identify components of the composition process by analysing original professional dance compositions 
Through discussion and observation, identify how intent and form are used in dance composition and how they can be documented 
Discuss with relevant personnel how concepts of music assist in providing a range of ways to manipulate form and movement 
Extend the use of a range of starting points when composing dance 
Practise the use of intent and form when composing dance 
Manipulate elements of dance to craft movement using various stimuli 
Generate and organise movement for dance using play and exploration 
Compose a dance sequence with a specified intent and form 
Communicate composition ideas and concepts using appropriate dance terminology 
Use effective verbal and physical demonstration skills while working with dancers 
Organise to have the sequence recorded for evaluation purposes 
Use the recording to evaluate work and seek feedback from relevant personnel in order to edit and refine the dance sequence 

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