Level 1 Dance

The Year 11 Dance course is divided up into four achievement standards. There will be two Internal Achievement Standards which are practical in nature and two External Achievement Standards which are theory based. The practical component of the course is split between performance and choreography. The theory component will require students to understand the cultural context of a chosen dance style and apply their knowledge on the 5 elements of dance. This new course allows more time to teach and encourage creativity and imagination amongst the students. We will be able to appreciate the themes, history and cultural meaning associated with dance which will allow students to further their understanding and therefore their performance of particular dance styles. There will be less time constraints to teach towards assessment, but rather, the assessment will be come out of the natural learning process and the exploration of dance that occurs along the way. Students will develop creative and critical thinking skills, appreciate the Dance is a descendant of culture and build their performance skills and experiences.  

Involvement in the co-curricular programmes and events (stage challenge, school show and dance group) are highly recommended and expected as part of furthering your dancing education.