CUADAN217 — Perform basic tap techniques

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What an assessment for CUADAN217 must cover

34 assessable components: 3 elements (14 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 7 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Develop basic tap dance performance skills

1.1Create practice plan for developing basic tap dance techniques which follows safe dance practices, in consultation with required personnel
1.2Perform warm up routine according to safe dance practices
1.3Develop variety of basic tap dance skills under guidance of a supervisor
1.4Create and perform own choreography for short simple tap dance in a group format
1.5Follow advice from others during class

2 Perform short tap dance routines

2.1Discuss intention and key aspects of tap routine to be performed with required personnel, incorporating tap dance terminology and knowledge of influences in tap dance
2.2Apply basic make-up and wear costume for performance as required
2.3Perform simple routines combining discrete movements according to safe dance practices
2.4Use props as required according to tap dance routine requirements
2.5Follow direction from required personnel during performance
2.6Observe and follow dictates of music and rhythm

3 Review performances

3.1Evaluate own performance and use of basic tap dance techniques
3.2Seek feedback from others on performance and use of tap dance techniques
3.3Use own evaluation and feedback from others to develop strategy for improving tap dance techniques

Performance evidence

perform at least two tap dance sequences of differing tempos, rhythms and time signatures, at least one of which must be an ensemble sequence, and at least one of which must be a solo sequence
demonstrate basic tap dance techniques
respond to constructive feedback on own performance
synchronise movements with ensemble where required
demonstrate style and grace through coordination of arm lines
identify techniques to express emotion through dance movements
demonstrate rhythm through dance movements
follow safe dance practices
use tap dance terminology when required

Knowledge evidence

key aspects of participating in live performances, including: lighting as it applies to dance productions stage settings, production terminology and stage etiquette relationship between hair, costumes and make-up in a dance performance body and face make-up techniques ways to access costuming
principles that relate to tap dance movements and techniques, including: relationship with gravity spatial awareness successional movement use of breath folding extending rotating shifting weight tempos rhythms time signatures
principles of safe dance practice and injury prevention, including: spine articulation foot engagement bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso joint range of motion differentiation of legs and pelvis
key influences and prominent dancers in history of tap dance
tap dance terminology
requirements of a personal practice plan
strategies to evaluate performance and respond to feedback to improve techniques

Foundation skills

Oral communication: Obtains information by listening and questioning
Planning and organising: Adopts a methodical and disciplined approach to dance class work, rehearsals and performances
Self-management: Applies knowledge of safe dance practices to class work and performances
Teamwork: Discusses aspects of exercises, dance techniques and performances with colleagues and teachers Builds rapport with ensemble members

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What does an assessment tool for CUADAN217 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADAN217 needs to address all 34 unit components: 3 elements with 14 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 7 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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