Through dance, students develop an understanding and appreciation of many cultures. They share their learned and created dances with each other and in social settings in and out of school.
Strategies Have students clap and move to the rhythm and beat of the music.
Have students perform movements, using music or poetry as a stimulus. Have groups of students perform dances for the class, videotaping the presentation. Have students research dances from other countries or cultures and prepare a presentation. Suggested Assessment Strategies Students work with a partner or in a small group to create and perform their own dance based on required elements such as length and styles. Use review forms to seek feedback from other students or the teacher.