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. Maintain a physical conditioning program | 1.1 Meet realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique 1.2 Use a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required 1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program 1.5 Observe safe dance practice by performing warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities |
2. Perfect own ballet technique | 2.1 Apply complex ballet techniques across each section of class work 2.2 Display confidence across performance attributes 2.3 Show developed strength and complexity in footwork, including pointe work as required 2.4 Execute classical ballet repertoire with accuracy 2.5 Exhibit physical learning and adaptability to incorporate unseen combinations with speed and verve across different teaching methods |
3. Merge technique in corps of dancers | 3.1 Orient self in relation to other dancers, particularly when holding and moving from one geometric pattern to another 3.2 Practise classical ballet phrases and repertoire side by side with other dancers, comparing and synchronising group movements 3.3 Apply acting and pantomime skills through movement, gesture and emotion to provide added fullness to scenes 3.4 Execute group work demonstrating strong cohesion, flow and movement in unison, giving the appearance of moving as one 3.5 Convey a high level of spatial awareness and respond to visual cues from other dancers in performing complex patterns 3.6 Present variations and repertoire with a high level of stage presence and confidence across ballet styles and genres |
4. Perform corps de ballet dances from the classical ballet repertoire | 4.1 Undertake preparations appropriate to performance contexts 4.2 Ensure that personal presentation is appropriate to performance contexts 4.3 Apply performance psychology techniques to preparations 4.4 Maintain focus to produce performances that show correct musical and rhythmic interpretation 4.5 Convey appropriate artistic quality, interpretation and expression through confident and precise execution of ballet dance techniques 4.6 Demonstrate complex spatial arrangements 4.7 Contribute to debriefing sessions to evaluate the quality of performances and to discuss ways of improving individual and ensemble technique |
5. Maintain expertise in corps de ballet techniques | 5.1 Apply professional work ethic to practice and performance activities 5.2 Incorporate injury-prevention techniques into dance and movement activities 5.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own ballet dance technique and group work 5.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique 5.5 Incorporate ballet terminology and history into discussions, and practice and performance activities |
Evidence of the ability to:
perform complex combinations of classical ballet technique and repertoire consistently over time
perform in unison as a member of the corps, working effectively together with confidence
apply acting techniques and pantomime to express individual artistic quality and interpretation
prepare mentally and physically for professional performances
use ballet terminology correctly
demonstrate professional work ethic.
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 how the following principles relate to physical movements and ballet technique:
extending
folding
relationship with gravity
rotating
shifting weight
spatial awareness
successional movement
use of breath
explain how the following apply in the context of safe dance practice and injury prevention:
articulation of the spine
engagement of the feet
bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
range of motion of the joints
differentiation of the legs and pelvis
healthy nutrition and diet
describe performance psychology techniques
explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to ballet dance technique.
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:
fully equipped dance studios with suitable flooring
appropriate music or accompanists.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.