Review with students the sorts of things that could be included in their own dance portfolios to support their dance-making. For example, they could include their own ideas for dances, documentation of how they create their dances, reflection on their dance experiences and ideas about dance in general. On an ongoing basis, have students record their own ideas for dances in their portfolios. Students Developing Their Own Voice Teacher Information Activities on the elements of dance are best taught in a context of interest to the students. Integrate activities on the elements with other suggested activities.
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The choice will depend on the movement explorations in which the students are engaged. By exploring the elements of dance, students are expanding and developing their personal movement vocabulary and learning about the language of dance. In this way, students are developing their voice. Have students expand and develop their movement vocabulary by creating short dance studies exploring the elements of dance. Have students choose an object such as hoops, a chair or a ball.