Modification History
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CUADTM301A |
This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for and assist with the conduct of dance classes.
Application of the Unit
Assistant dance teachers, or senior students with several years of dance experience, apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. They would usually be teaching basic dance techniques to younger or newer students.
Classes would usually be conducted in private dance studios or in venues such as community halls, where flooring is appropriate for the safe teaching of dance.
At this level, they operate under the guidance and supervision of senior dance teachers, but a certain amount of autonomy is expected when they are actually teaching classes.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Prepare for dance classes |
1.1. Contribute to planning and selecting music and choreography for dance classes 1.2. Determine characteristics , needs and expectations of dance class participants 1.3. Identify special requirements according to participant needs 1.4. Advise participants of reasons why they should not participate in dance classes when appropriate 1.5. Identify and access equipment and resources for dance classes 1.6. In consultation with own dance teacher, discuss effective and safe teaching strategies appropriate to the teaching context 1.7. Ensure a safe dance environment according to organisational policy and procedures |
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2. Conduct classes |
2.1. Communicate instructions and information to participants in a suitable manner 2.2. Monitor participants’ progress against class aims 2.3. Assist in the implementation of identified teaching methods and strategies and modify as required 2.4. Assist participants to perform dance moves and make appropriate corrections 2.5. Encourage participants to seek and provide feedback regarding their progress during the class 2.6. Assist in implementing injury-prevention strategies |
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3. Evaluate classes |
3.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from own dance teacher and class participants 3.2. Identify potential areas of improvement for future classes 3.3. Review own performance and identify potential improvements 3.4. Evaluate components of classes |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication, teamwork and organisational skills to:
- respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own performance in a teaching role
- present confidently in a teaching situation
- convey information and instructions in classes
- seek assistance from others as required
- group facilitation skills to ensure that every learner has an opportunity for participation and input
- initiative and enterprise skills to assist in identifying and implementing effective teaching strategies to promote self-expression and self-confidence
- learning skills to:
- provide feedback to learners by identifying areas of weakness
- evaluate and modify the class as required
- listening skills to:
- monitor and adjust teaching as required
- maintain correct tempo and phrasing in movement sequences
- problem-solving skills to:
- memorise basic exercises and routines
- respond appropriately to the unexpected in a teaching situation
- self-management and planning skills to:
- assist in planning teaching sessions
- maintain an appropriate standard of personal presentation in a teaching context
- demonstrate safe dance practices
- review and reflect on own work performance
- technical skills to demonstrate basic techniques in chosen dance genre or style.
Required knowledge
- overview knowledge of:
- basic first aid procedures to enable effective management of injuries that may occur during the class
- dance teaching terminology
- testing and checking techniques to enable safe use of equipment used in classes
- OHS principles in a teaching context
- well-developed knowledge of:
- genre and chosen style of dance to instruct participants in basic skills or movements during classes
- health and other factors affecting ability to participate in dance classes
- anatomy and physiology of basic body structures
- common dance injuries, to enable the implementation of effective injury-prevention strategies
- fundamental principles of dance analysis to enable accurate corrections to be made to technique
- evaluation processes to enable improvements to be made to classes
- safe dance practices.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
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Dance classes may be: |
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Characteristics may include: |
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Equipment and resources may include: |
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Teaching strategies may refer to: |
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Safe dance environment may refer to: |
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Organisational policy and procedures may refer to: |
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Injury-prevention strategies may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - dance teaching and management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
