Dance Instructional Guide

● I can defne and demonstrate different elements of dance and dynamic qualities of movement. ● I can identify the use of elements of dance and dynamic qualities of movement in pre-choreographed dances. ● I can create new choreography and use these dance elements and dynamics to support the artistic intent of my dance.

Example of Learning Progression

1. Learn and explore elements of dance including: a. Time ■ How to hear the downbeat of a song

■ The progression of how to count music (single, half, quarter, and eighth beats) ■ Time manipulation- playing with speed variation and stillness ■ The difference between 4/4 time and 3/4 time b. Space

■ How to use low, medium, and high levels of space ■ The difference between positive and negative space ■ How different areas of space can also infuence movement.

c. Energy ■ The difference between different dynamic qualities of movement including: sustain, suspend, dollapse, percussive, vibratory, and explosive movements. 2. Discuss how dynamic and energy choices can infuence the mood of the dance, which can infuence audience interpretation in pre-choreographed dances. 3. Create your own dance project utilizing all explored elements and dynamics of dance. WISR CONNECTIONS:

Inquiry, Speaking, Viewing CONCEPTS:

PRIORITY VOCABULARY: SKILLS:

● Time ● Energy ● Space ● Dynamics

● Time ● Energy ● Space ● Dynamics

● Apply elements of time, space, energy, dynamics, and body-mind principles to texture and enhance dance technique and performance. ● Generate production elements that would intensify and heighten the artistic intent of a dance performance.

● Body-Mind Principles ● Production Elements ● Artistic Intent

● Body-Mind ● Production ● Artistic Intent

EXAMPLE LESSONS, ASSESSMENTS, and OTHER RESOURCES

Council of Ontario Drama & Dance Educators: Exploring Dance Elements Lesson Kennedy Center: Elements of Dance Lesson PBS Learning Media: Movement in Dance Big Sky School: Say it Through Dance Lesson