Year 10 Dance
10DAN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: M. Golightly, M. Turner.
Recommended Prior LearningOpen entry, although students must have an open mind to a range of dance styles and have enthusiasm for the study of dance.
Dance is a physical form of communication. You will develop a range of skills through study of dance as an art form.
1. Performance skills - Focusing on confidence, concentration, clarity, expression, dynamics, strength, flexibility and safe dance practices through a range of dance styles.
2. Choreography - Students will study compositional components via a range of inspirational influences in various styles. You will explore and use the elements of dance to create, communicate, reflect and discuss in dance.
3. Perspectives - You will explore the features and background of selected dance styles. You will learn to describe dance and begin explaining how ideas are suggested.
This course can help develop your literacy through fun practical activities.
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT:
Practical work, group skills, choreography, performance and research presentation.
Faculties:
Pathway
This course develops skills important for any job such as self-discipline, self-confidence, collaboration, group skills, creative thinking, problem solving, communication (non-verbal, verbal and written), respecting and valuing diversity. Dance is a University Entrance approved subject so it helps you get into most courses at university. Dance supports careers such as physiotherapist, dancer, choreographer, designer, events manager, producer, arts coordinator, teacher, lecturer, rehearsal director, actor.
Dance trips may be offered as and when available, at additional expense.