CUADTM613Teach high level contemporary dance techniques

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What an assessment for CUADTM613 must cover

80 assessable components: 3 elements (20 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 44 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

  • 1.1Identify available resource material and resource gaps for informing class structure
  • 1.2Develop teaching resources that address identified gaps in available material
  • 1.3Sequence dance elements and movements for classes according to class purpose and dance safety practices
  • 1.4Formulate class plan according to learning outcome progress requirements
  • 1.5Identify risk factors in the teaching of contemporary classes and determine preventative strategies
  • 1.6Confirm that learners are wearing required practice clothing for high level contemporary dance technique
  • 1.7Teach required warm-up techniques

2 Deliver learning outcomes

  • 2.1Teach posture and body alignment required for high level contemporary dance technique and movement
  • 2.2Teach isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in highly complex movement sequences
  • 2.3Teach techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, coordination, stamina and control of individual body parts
  • 2.4Teach highly complex steps and discuss importance of control, attention to detail, movement quality and memory in their completion
  • 2.5Teach the timing and phrasing relationship between contemporary movement and accompanying music
  • 2.6Manage and minimise risk of injuries using safe dance practices in teaching activities
  • 2.7Teach required cool-down techniques
  • 2.8Manage class dynamics and learner behaviour
  • 2.9Provide all learners with constructive feedback and equal opportunity to participate
  • 2.10Identify and assess problems that arise, judging when to seek assistance from required personnel

3 Improve teaching practice for high level contemporary 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
  • 3.3Source and participate in professional development activities as required

Performance evidence

  • teach at least four dance classes of high level contemporary dance techniques.
  • teach warm-up and cool-down techniques required for high level contemporary dance techniques
  • follow safe dance practices in teaching activities
  • deliver class according to identified or developed learning outcomes
  • develop teaching resources from identified resource gaps
  • teach highly complex steps, combinations and sequences
  • 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
  • feet engagement
  • bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms, and torso
  • range of motion of joints
  • differentiation of legs and pelvis
  • key principles in the Australian Guidelines for Dance Teachers and Dance Industry Code of Ethics
  • processes for formulating class plans according to learning outcomes
  • strategies for developing teaching resources that address identified gaps in material
  • 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
  • contemporary dance principles and techniques
  • features of professionally performed contemporary dance repertoire
  • key aspects of safe dance practice
  • techniques taught at a highly competent contemporary dance level, including those relating to:
  • changing directions
  • changing facings
  • changing sides (left to right)
  • communicating artistic intention through dance
  • correct posture, weight placement and alignment
  • awareness of personal and general space when travelling and stationary
  • energy placement techniques:
  • moving energy from the centre of the body to the outer extremities
  • shifting weight
  • moving from a standing position to the floor and vice versa
  • executing leaps
  • landing from jumps
  • interpreting rhythm to movement
  • isocentric and polycentric isolations
  • lifting techniques
  • responding to different time signatures
  • active flexibility:
  • floor work
  • splits
  • stretches
  • développés and contractions
  • lunges
  • curves
  • arches
  • rotations
  • using shape when moving in physically dynamic sequences
  • using arm lines appropriately
  • working in a cohesive partnership with a peer, interpreting a dance style.

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 as required
  • Problem solving: Monitors and adjusts teaching to meet group or individual requirements Addresses some unfamiliar problems of increasing complexity within scope of own role, and seeks the expertise of others as required
  • 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: Creates effective learning environments by building rapport with students Interprets verbal and non-verbal signals in student behaviour Demonstrates respect for diversity, disability, culture, gender and ethnic backgrounds
  • Technology: Uses the internet as a source of information

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What does an assessment tool for CUADTM613 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADTM613 needs to address all 80 unit components: 3 elements with 20 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 44 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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