Unit | Timeframe | Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions) | Major Learning Experiences from Unit | Standards (Including WIDA Standards) |
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Unit 1 ICE BREAKERS! Expand the "TIONS' of Dance | 4 Weeks | Continue creating a Positive Body Image Stretching the Performer's "Comfort Zone" Taking it to the “Next Level” Increasing Confidence with one's Physical Movement and Developing more Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary One Book Connection
| Intermediate to Advanced Dance & Theatre Skills:
How to use your> Imagination, Concentration, Relaxation Observation, Characterization, Physicalization, Improvisation, Pattern Memorization, Dance Combinations, Coordination, Imitation, and Class Discussion.
How to identify> Ballet Positions and continue increasing Dance Terminology & French Ballet Terminology How to master> Intermediate to Advanced Dance Combinations. | Explore, Plan,Revise Express,Embody, Present,Analyze, Interpret DA:CR1.1.III DACR2.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III |
Unit 2 THE DANCE MUST HAVE A STORY! Thematic Choreography Ensemble Work! Choreographic Mini Lab #1 | 4 Weeks | Dance Performance Pieces must have Theme,Structure and Meaning . Dancers ARE Actors and may be Elements, as well as Animate and Inanimate Objects. Improving a Strategy to record Choreography Increasing Rehearsal Discipline and Deadlines
| Technical Dance Combination Machines:Acapella/with Music, Improvisational, Abstract with a Focus, choreographed Improve Creative Writing Techniques using Music as Inspirational Stimulus Collaborative Brainstorming & Research Improvisational Physical Dramatization/Abstract Movement Demonstrate Theory of the Delay/ Lab #1 Team Choreography First Dance Performance Critique | Explore,Plan,Revise Express,Embody, Present Analyze, Interpret, Critique DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III |
Unit 3 Choreographic Mini LABS #2 & 3 ! Independant Choreography & Transitions Dance is like Punctuation! | 2-3 Weeks | Healthfulness of Movement and Dance Progression Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills ALL students have a Creative Voice/ Sharing the 'Burden of Choreography" More Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary
| Expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology How to create> Independant Choreography Group Work /Problem Solving Demonstrate Correct Mirror Imaging/ Lab #2 Transitions between Choreographers/ Lab #3 French Ballet Terminology Reflect and Appreciate | Explore,Plan,Revise Express,Embody, Present Analyze, Interpret, Critique , Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11II DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE 9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.III
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UNIT 4 GENRE PERFORMANCE! Through Thematic Medley Taking the Show on the road! | 4 WEEKS | More Complex and Stylistic Choreography Representing ALL Dance Genres as Valid, exposing at least three in one given Medley Time Management Family and Community Engagement
| How to create > Collaborative Sectional Choreography by Genre first (Jazz, Tap, Lyrical Ballet, Couples, Broadway Musical Theatre, Period/Cultural Dance ) Culminating in Ensemble Genre Specific Choreography for Final section of class Medley Complex Dance Structure Rehearsal Discipline Second Dance Performance Critique through Videography Compare & contrast various “Climates & Cultures” of each school visited. | Explore,Plan,Revise Embody, Present Analyze, Interpret, Critique ,Synthesize,Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.II
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Unit 5 CHOREOGRAPHIC MINI LABS #4,5,6! Making Yourself a More Effective, Creative Choreographer! Dig Deeper! Don't Judge! | 4 WEEKS | Healthfulness of Movement and Dance Thinking Outside The Box Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills Multiple Solutions to ANY Choreographic Experience Choreographer's "Second Choice/Third Choice/Best Choice” Choreographic Structure
| Continue to expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology How to experience & experiment with> Group Work /Problem Solving Entrances and Exits 2x Dynamics and Tempo 3x Themes and Variations Planned & Spontaneous Demonstrate the "Labs"! How to effectively> Reflect and Appreciate
| Explore,Plan,Revise Express,Embody, Present Analyze, Interpret, Critique , Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.III |
Unit 6 MID WINTER DEMO! Apply all Skills acquired in Mini Labs! | 3 WEEKS | More Interesting and Complex Choices for Choreography Artistic Growth & Versatility Accountability Leadership in a Larger Group Artistic Preference
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How to combine> Collaborative Class Choreography Application of expanded Labs > Entrances and Exits, Dynamics and Tempo, Themes and Variations Third Dance Performance Analize, Interpret & Critique
| Explore,Plan,Revise Express,Embody, Present Analyze, Interpret, Critique , Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.II |
Unit 7 PERFECTING THE AUDITION PROCESS
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| Interpretation of the larger concept of the Process of Selection, not just through the Audition Process but Society in general. Dynamic Projection Learning to Interpret, Give and Receive Feedback Different Perspectives Expanding Dance Literacy
| How to Develop> Confidence, Rhythmic Acuity, Blendability,Technique Role Playing as Dancer, Director, Choreographer and Producer Written Professional Resume Verbal Communication Preparation & Performance Collaboration with Cross Curricular Disciplines
| Explore, Plan, Revise Express, Embody Present,Analyze, Interpret,Critique, Synthesize,Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE81.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III |
UNIT 8 PREPARING FOR MAINSTAGE PERFORMANCE II | 4/6 Weeks | | How to Project > Confidence and Increased Technique in TWO Performances
How to Master > Intermediate Choreography including newly acquired Choreographic Principles & Skills
Using appropriate English & French Dance Vocabulary
Teamwork/Spacial Awareness
Rehearsal Discipline
Audience Etiquette
Accountability and Pride
| Explore, Plan, Express,Revise, Embody, Present,Analyze, Interpret, Critique,Synthesize,Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE81.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III
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Unit 9 THE ART OF TEACHING DANCE (This Unit may be earlier, blended with Unit 8> overlapping a bit as Seniors are not here in June) PARTICIPATION IN END OF YEAR FLASH MOBS & FIELD DAY! (If Time/ No Snow Days & Juniors still in the Class) | 2/3
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1/2 WEEKS | Roleplaying as “Dance Teacher” Artistic Choice Originality & “Choreographic Voice” Perspective Time Management, Deadlines, Independence, Accountability & Adaptability
Giving back to Retiring Educators Appreciation & Gratefulness Mentoring younger students from the Elementary School Community
| How to Master The Art of Teaching > Preparation, Research, Music Selection, Original, Independent Choreography Leadership & Responsibility Modeling Performance Skills Vocal Projection, Eye Contact, Awareness & Ownership of Space Professional & accurate use of English & French Dance Vocabulary How to master> Choreography under pressure How to Perform> in an Unpredictable Space! How to adapt> an existing Performance Piece without the Seniors and for a different Audience | Explore, Plan, Revise, Embody, Envision Present, Analyze,Interpret Critique, Synthesize, Relate DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE 7.1.III DA:Re 8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1III |
