List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Review street dance as an art form | 1.1 Discuss aspects of street dance culture and history with relevant personnel 1.2 Discuss the implications of the improvised nature of street dancing for learning and performance 1.3 Use dance terminology correctly in discussions |
2. Practise simple movements | 2.1 Under the guidance of a teacher or mentor, perform warm-up exercises 2.2 Practise basic steps associated with selected style of street dancing 2.3 Incorporate musicality, timing and rhythm into exercises 2.4 Work within own physical limits 2.5 Respond to constructive feedback and advice from others 2.6 Perform warm-down exercises after dance activity |
3. Perform short street dance sequences | 3.1 In consultation with others, agree on sequences that include a range of movements suitable to own technical ability 3.2 Match personal presentation to selected style of dance 3.3 Communicate the mood or style of dance sequence to spectators 3.4 Demonstrate a sense of timing and rhythm in performances 3.5 Follow safe dance practices at all times |
4. Review performance | 4.1 Evaluate own performance in context of skill development needs 4.2 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own dance technique 4.3 Set realistic goals for improvement and develop strategies to achieve them |
Evidence of the ability to:
perform a range of street dance movements
perform two dance sequences that demonstrate a mastery of foundation street dance techniques
respond to constructive feedback on own performance
follow safe dance practices.
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:
explain why the following aspects of safe dance practices are important:
warm-up and warm-down activities
correct clothing and footwear
healthy nutrition and diet
describe:
how street dance evolved
current music and dance trends in street dance.
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 dance performance areas or spaces.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.