Assessing Your Work In order to pass this unit, the evidence that learners present for assessment needs to demonstrate that they can meet all the learning outcomes for the unit. The assessment criteria for a pass grade describes the level of achievement required to pass this unit. You can meet all of the learning outcomes for the unit You achieve a minimum of a Pass for each Grading Criterion The assessment criterion for the PASS grade describes the minimum level of achievement required to pass this unit. UNIT 38: Dance Performance - Grading Criteria To achieve a Pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to: To achieve a Merit grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to: To achieve a Distinction grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to: P1 demonstrate a commitment to the development of performance skills through active participation in workshops and rehearsals. M1 demonstrate a disciplined approach to the development of performance skills through focused participation in workshops and rehearsals D1 demonstrate in the development of performance skills through thorough preparation and a determined participation in workshops and rehearsals P2 respond positively to directions and corrections M2 respond positively to directions and corrections and successfully improve aspects of performance technique. D2 respond positively to direction and corrections to improve performance and achieve high levels of technical P3 demonstrate the application of physical and interpretive skills in performance, communicating the idea. M3 demonstrate application of a range of physical and interpretive skills in performance, successfully communicating the dance idea and remaining focused and engaged in the dance. D3 demonstrate application of a of physical and interpretive skills in performance, confidently and clearly communicating the dance idea and remaining focused and engaged throughout. P4 demonstrate an awareness of stylistic qualities in performance M4 show a clear sense of stylistic qualities in dance performance D4 show an excellent sense of stylistic qualities in dance performance with confidence, interpretation and artistic flair P5 review own technical performance setting targets with guidance M5 review own technical performance setting appropriate and achievable targets with guidance. D5 thoroughly review own performance setting focused and challenging targets. Textbooks: Ashley L – Essential to Dance, Third Edition (Hodder Education, 2008) Auty J and Harrison K – Dance Ideas for Teachers, Students, Children (Hodder Arnold, 1991) Copeland R and Cohen M (editor) – What is Dance? (Oxford University Press, 1983) Websites:
Learning Outcome 2 - Be able to perform dances demonstrating application of physical and interpretive skills (Engagement) Task 2 requires you to and perform movement phrases, sequences, and dance pieces in the chosen Charleston inspired Jazz dance , with the use of developed: Physical skills Interpretive skills. You will perform sequences for assessment of your improved skills throughout the term and finally as a performance for an audience Key Terminology Physical skills: posture; alignment; coordination; balance; control; ability to accurately reproduce action/dynamic/rhythmic/spatial content; movement memory; awareness of and relationship to other dancers in performance; spatial awareness Interpretive skills: musicality; focus; emphasis; facial expression; phrasing; projection; bodily expression TEACHER: Tutor observations (Feedback) Video recordings of classes and final performance LEARNER: (Autonomy) Recordings that show an improvement in your physical and interpretive skills. A dancers log that documents your development of physical and interpretive skills, your strengths and continual areas for improvement. (Feedback) Criteria 3 & 4 Pass: requires you to physical, interpretative and stylistic qualities in their dance, both in the workshop and in performances. Merit: requires a range of relevant physical, interpretative and stylistic qualities will be in evidence. Distinction (Challenge): physical skills and technique will have reached a high standard and the stylistic qualities called for in performance will have been mastered. GRADING CRITERION: P3, M3, D3 P4, M4, D4 PLTS: Independent Enquirers: Ensure you are prepared for your performance. Reflective Learners: Take on the feedback provided to give an excellent performance. Creative Thinkers: the physical and technical skills in performance. Self-Managers: Take responsibility for your contribution to performance. Effective Participators: Ensure you keep your energy levels high for all performance pieces. Team worker: Collaborating with others when performing to an audience. English listening: Listen to corrections given and use these to develop your performance. English writing: Keep track of your progress in your dancer’s log. TASK 3 – Stylistic Qualities ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE PRODUCED ASSESSMENT
Learning Outcome 3: Be able to perform dances demonstrating the application of appropriate stylistic qualities (Engagement) For this LO you must show a of stylistic qualities that re required for this ‘Charleston inspired’ Jazz Dance piece. Some stylistic qualities include: Sharp and precise movement Bouncy but fluid motion Confident and sassy nature Determined and accurate placement Key Terminology Stylistic Qualities: technical and physical features of the dance style, e.g. posture, use of torso, use of individual body parts, rhythm, use of space; expressive features of the dance styles e.g. focus, dynamic range, facial expression; relationship of movement to accompaniment eg call and response, music visualisation, direct correlation, disassociation TEACHER: Tutor observations (Feedback) recordings of classes and final performance LEARNER: (Autonomy) Recordings that show an improvement in your stylistic qualities A dancers log that documents your development of stylistic qualities, your strengths and continual areas for improvement. (Feedback) Criteria 3 & 4 Pass: requires you to apply physical, interpretative and stylistic qualities in their dance, both in the workshop and in performances. Merit: requires a range of relevant physical, interpretative and stylistic qualities will be in evidence. Distinction (Challenge): physical skills and technique will have reached a high standard and the stylistic qualities called for in performance will have been mastered. GRADING CRITERION: P4, M4, D4 PLTS: Independent Enquirers: Ensure you are prepared for your performance. Reflective Learners: Take on the feedback provided to give an excellent performance. Creative Thinkers: Apply the stylistic qualities in performance. Self-Managers: Demonstrate awareness of stylistic qualities and take responsibility for your contribution to performance. Effective Participators: Ensure you keep your energy levels high for all performance pieces. Team worker: Collaborating with others when performing to an audience. English listening: Listen to corrections and use these to develop your performance. English writing: Keep track of your progress in your dancer’s log. TASK 4 – Evaluation ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE YOU NEED TO PRODUCE ASSESSMENT