CUADAN515 — Refine contemporary dance techniques
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What an assessment for CUADAN515 must cover
45 assessable components: 4 elements (22 performance criteria), 7 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 6 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 Apply own physical conditioning program
- 1.1Set physical conditioning and dance performance development goals aimed at improving own contemporary dance technique
- 1.2Identify risk factors that may inhibit achievement of goals and seek advice as required
- 1.3Improve stamina, strength, flexibility and mobility using a variety of techniques according to physical conditioning goals
- 1.4Perform warm-up and cool-down activities in conjunction with dance and physical activities according to safe dance practices
- 1.5Discuss fatigue and personal limitations with required personnel when undertaking physical conditioning program as required
2 Practise complex contemporary dance techniques and adaptability skills
- 2.1Practise performing new and complex movement sequences that demand different spatial orientations and changes in speed
- 2.2Develop increasingly complex performance attributes according to own dance performance goals
- 2.3Practise contemporary dance techniques, applying principles of alignment with power, flexibility, coordination and cardiovascular endurance during class
- 2.4Show developed strength and complexity in footwork and floorwork according to requirements of complex movement sequences
- 2.5Practise working with a partner, applying timing techniques for shifting weight and counterbalance
- 2.6Refine improvisation skills in response to different stimuli using complex contemporary dance techniques and movement pathways
- 2.7Incorporate choreographic skills into sections of class work
3 Present complex contemporary dance sequences
- 3.1Practise contemporary dance repertoire in line with required rhythms and time signatures commonly used in contemporary dance
- 3.2Present and execute group work, and contribute to group dynamic and cohesion
- 3.3Execute extended sequences to right and left sides without prompting, according to requirements of dance repertoire
- 3.4Incorporate unseen combinations into contemporary dance performances with speed and verve
- 3.5Perform using own personal style, and demonstrate stylistic differences in variety of contemporary styles and approaches
- 3.6Accomplish solo work with developing musical interpretation
- 3.7Present sequences with a high level of stage presence and confidence
4 Review and develop expertise in contemporary dance technique
- 4.1Seek and use feedback from others to develop strategies for improving own contemporary dance techniques and group work
- 4.2View performances by industry practitioners and identify new ideas and trends that can be applied to own dance practice
- 4.3Incorporate contemporary dance terminology, culture and movement philosophies into discussions with others, and practice and performance activities
Performance evidence
- perform at least three contemporary dance pieces, using at least two different contemporary dance styles.
- perform complex combinations of contemporary dance technique using: muscular strength and flexibility, alignment and extensions in highly difficult combinations, high level of coordination of limbs, torso and head, high level of spatial awareness in group movements, control and release of movement, use of breath, quality and breadth of movement, individual artistic qualities, torso contractions and releases, floorwork, isolation and energy placement techniques, combinations of spatial organisations with turns, balances and jumps of increasing difficulty and dynamic continuity
- demonstrate professional work ethic, set clear personal goals and engage in self-assessment processes
- follow injury-prevention techniques and safe dance practices
- communicate mood, style and grace through dance
- respond to different time signatures in music
- use contemporary dance terminology when required.
Knowledge evidence
- genres, styles and philosophical nature of contemporary dance
- contribution of influential choreographers
- roles and hierarchy in auditions, rehearsals and performances for contemporary dance performers
- principles relating to contemporary dance movements and techniques, including: relationship with gravity, spatial awareness, use of breath, movement pathways, expanding and contracting, shifting weight
- principles relating to safe dance practice and injury prevention: spine articulation, foot engagement, bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso, joint range of motion, differentiation of legs and pelvis
- health and safety policies and procedures relevant to the dance environment
- application of musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation to contemporary dance technique
- contemporary dance history and lineage
- method for choreographing complex contemporary dance routines, including ways of notating contemporary dance
- strategies to respond to feedback and good practice to improve dance techniques.
Foundation skills
- Learning: Analyses feedback, reviews personal goals and reflects on learning and performance; Identifies improvements from previous experience and viewing the performances of others
- Oral communication: Obtains information by listening and questioning
- Planning and organising: Adopts a methodical and disciplined approach to physical conditioning program and dance classes
- Initiative and enterprise: Works creatively with music and dance; Develops new material for choreography
- Self-management: Follows industry accepted safe dance practices and injury-prevention strategies; Takes responsibility for own ongoing professional and career development
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively to develop and improve dance techniques; Responds creatively and flexibly to other dancers while dancing together
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Questions about assessing CUADAN515
What does an assessment tool for CUADAN515 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADAN515 needs to address all 45 unit components: 4 elements with 22 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for CUADAN515?
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