Level 2 Dance
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: M. Golightly, M. Turner.
This course extends your ability to communicate in and through dance. At Level 2 we manipulate dance elements and devices to communicate ideas. You will create personalised movement unique to you. You will apply dance structures and choreographic principles in both group and solo choreography. You will extend your performance skills with advanced study of dance techniques in a range of theatrical, ethnic and social dance styles. You will learn to explain and analyse a dance as a text.
The exam gives you literacy credits.
This course prepares you for Level 3 and Scholarship Dance.
Recommended Prior Learning
Study of Dance in YLevel 1 desired and/or competent dance experience in any given dance style. A high level of motivation and good attendance is essential or at the discretion of the Head of Department in exceptional cases.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Device, exercise book, pen. There may be contributions to trips. You are expected to bring dance gear to every lesson.
Pathway
This course develops skills important for any job such as self-discipline, self-confidence, collaboration, creative thinking, problem solving, communication (non-verbal, verbal and written), critical thinking, resilience, perseverance, group skills. Dance is a University Entrance approved subject so it helps you get into university courses. Dance supports careers such as physiotherapist, dancer, choreographer, designer, events manager, producer, arts coordinator, teacher, lecturer, rehearsal director, actor.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Dance 2.1 - Choreograph a group dance to communicate an intention
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Dance 2.2 - Choreograph a solo dance to communicate an intention
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Dance 2.3 - Perform an ethnic or social dance to communicate understanding of the style
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Dance 2.4 - Perform a theatre dance to communicate understanding of the dance
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Dance 2.7 - Provide an interpretation of a dance performance with supporting evidence