Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for dance classes | 1.1 Ensure dance elements or movements for classes are safely sequenced 1.2 Identify and minimise risk factors in the teaching of cultural classes 1.3 Check that learners are wearing appropriate practice clothing and footwear 1.4 Demonstrate appropriate warm-up techniques |
2. Demonstrate basic cultural dance techniques | 2.1 Demonstrate to learners correct posture and body alignment appropriate to cultural dance techniques and movement 2.2 Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in simple movement sequences 2.3 Demonstrate a range of techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, stamina, coordination, weight transfer and control and articulation of individual body parts 2.4 Emphasise the importance of control, attention to detail and memory when demonstrating simple sequences or enchaînement of dance steps 2.5 Emphasise importance of using presentation, rhythm and style appropriate to particular dynamics of the cultural and creative dance 2.6 Demonstrate the timing and phrasing relationship between cultural and creative dance movement and the accompanying music 2.7 Follow safe dance practice in teaching activities to minimise risk of injuries 2.8 Demonstrate appropriate warm-down techniques 2.9 Manage class dynamics and learner behaviour to encourage learning |
3. Maintain expertise in cultural dance techniques | 3.1 Use feedback from relevant personnel about the quality of classes to identify areas of own teaching practice that could be improved 3.2 Use a range of sources to keep up-to-date with current industry issues, trends and codes of practice 3.3 Participate in professional development activities as required |
This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
Techniques taught at a basic level must relate to: | steps specific to a cultural dance style body alignment exercises and sequences incorporating air work, such as rolls abdominal strengthening stretches locomotor movements: leaping running skipping sliding walking non-locomotor movements: bending stretching swaying turning twisting maintaining rhythm and tempo working at differing tempos focusing eyes and mind while performing working on centre and off centre. |
Evidence of the ability to:
demonstrate basic cultural dance technique in a minimum of two cultural dance styles
demonstrate correct warm-up and warm-down techniques and follow safe dance practices in teaching activities
demonstrate short and simple enchaînements
demonstrate musicality, expression, phrasing and correct timing, and sensitivity in movement sequences
interact effectively and constructively with learners
evaluate own teaching practice and identify ways to improve it.
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 demonstrating dance technique, explain the significance of the following anatomical foundations:
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
describe:
key principles in the Australian Guidelines for Dance Teachers and Dance Industry Code of Ethics
geographical origins, social aspects, dance customs, costume and cultural influences of selected dance style
features of commonly performed repertoire from selected cultural dance style
graded progress requirements according to dance society levels
issues and challenges that arise when teaching cultural dance
key aspects of safe dance practice
protocols associated with teaching 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:
teaching resources and equipment
opportunities for teaching basic cultural or creative dance in either a real or simulated situation
a venue with adequate space and appropriate flooring.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist