CUADTM513 — Teach medium level jazz dance techniques
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What an assessment for CUADTM513 must cover
44 assessable components: 3 elements (17 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 12 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 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 Prepare for dance classes
- 1.1Sequence dance elements and movements according to class purpose and dance safety practices
- 1.2Formulate class plan according to learning outcome progress requirements
- 1.3Identify risk factors in the teaching of jazz dance classes and determine preventative strategies
- 1.4Confirm that learners are wearing required practice clothing and footwear for medium level jazz dance technique
- 1.5Teach required warm-up techniques
2 Deliver learning outcomes
- 2.1Teach posture and body alignment required for medium level jazz dance technique and movement
- 2.2Teach isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in complex movement sequences
- 2.3Teach techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, stamina, coordination, weight transfer, and control and articulation of individual body parts
- 2.4Teach complex steps and discuss importance of control, attention to detail and memory in their completion
- 2.5Teach the timing, phrasing and dynamic relationship between medium level jazz dance movement and accompanying music
- 2.6Manage and minimise risk of injuries using safe dance practice in teaching activities
- 2.7Teach required cool-down techniques
- 2.8Manage class dynamics and learner behaviour
3 Improve teaching practice for medium level jazz dance technique
- 3.1Seek and evaluate feedback from required personnel and identify and revise areas of improvement in quality of own teaching practice
- 3.2Research, identify and utilise sources outlining current industry issues, trends and codes of practice
- 3.3Develop plan to refine and adapt to improve own teaching practice and incorporate research findings as required
- 3.4Participate in professional development activities as required
Performance evidence
- teach at least four dance classes demonstrating medium level jazz dance technique.
- teach warm-up and cool-down techniques required for medium level jazz dance techniques
- follow safe dance practices in teaching activities
- deliver class according to identified learning outcomes
- teach complex steps
- teach musicality, expression, phrasing and correct timing in movement sequences
- interact constructively with learners and demonstrate respect for individual learning needs
- evaluate own teaching practice and identify opportunities for improvement
Knowledge evidence
- significance of the following anatomical foundations in the context of teaching dance techniques: - spine articulation - foot engagement - bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms, and torso - joint range of motion - differentiation of legs and pelvis
- key principles in the Australian Guidelines for Dance Teachers and Dance Industry Code of Ethics
- the timing and phrasing relationship between jazz dance movement and accompanying music
- features of commonly performed jazz dance repertoire
- issues and challenges that arise when teaching jazz dance
- key aspects of safe dance practice
- protocols associated with teaching dance
- processes for formulating class plans according to learning outcomes
- strategies to evaluate feedback and develop plan to improve teaching practice
- processes for participating in professional development activities
- techniques for researching, sourcing and using current industry issues, trends and codes of practice
- jazz dance principles and techniques taught at a medium level, including those relating to: - adage - personal and general space when travelling and stationary - fluid control of pirouettes with directional change - fouettés - grand battement - isocentric and polycentric isolations - interpreting rhythm to movement - jumps and leaps - knee spins - pliés - posés piqués and châinés box style - steady balance on supporting leg, working towards a 90-degree angle - stretches - tendu lifts - arm line use - aspects of cohesive partnerships
Foundation skills
- Oral communication: Obtains information by listening and questioning Contributes information and expresses requirements using clear language and industry terminology
- Reading: Obtains information from written sources
- Planning and organising: Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the process of preparing for and conducting dance classes
- Problem solving: Monitors and adjusts teaching to meet group or individual requirements
- Self-management: Identifies and follows procedures and expectations associated with own role Takes responsibility for following accepted industry practices in relation to safe dance practices and injury-prevention strategies Takes responsibility for own professional development
- Teamwork: Provides all learners with opportunities for participation and input during classes Interprets different verbal and non-verbal signals in student behaviour Interprets and addresses learner behaviour that puts others at risk Demonstrates respect for diversity, disability, culture, gender and ethnic backgrounds
- Technology: Uses the internet as a source of information
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Questions about assessing CUADTM513
What does an assessment tool for CUADTM513 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADTM513 needs to address all 44 unit components: 3 elements with 17 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 12 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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