Modification History
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CUADAN106A |
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 build a solid foundation in one or more cultural dance styles.
Application of the Unit
Persons with some dance experience apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Experience would have been usually gained in community dance activities, often from an early age. However, this unit also applies to individuals with no prior training, but who have an aptitude for dance and an interest in developing technique in one or more cultural dance styles.
At this level foundation cultural dance techniques learnt under the close supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers are applied.
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. Develop an understanding of cultural dance styles |
1.1. Discuss aspects of cultural dance styles with relevant personnel 1.2. Develop understanding of safe dance practices in relation to developing cultural dance techniques 1.3. Discuss cultural protocols that need to be observed when performing selected cultural dance style |
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2. Practise simple movements |
2.1. Under the guidance of a teacher or mentor, perform warm-up exercises 2.2. Practise basic steps associated with selected cultural dance style 2.3. Incorporate musicality, timing and rhythm into exercises 2.4. Work within own limits 2.5. Respond positively to constructive feedback and advice from others 2.6. Perform cool-down exercises after all dance activity |
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3. Perform short cultural dance sequences |
3.1. In consultation with a teacher agree on sequences that include a range of movements within own technical ability 3.2. Match personal presentation to selected style of dance 3.3. Communicate the mood or style of dance sequence to spectators 3.4. Apply a sense of timing and rhythm to performances 3.5. Follow advice from others about ways to improve own cultural dance technique |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication and teamwork skills to:
- work cooperatively with others in a learning environment and in dance performances
- discuss aspects of exercises and dance techniques with colleagues and teachers
- initiative and enterprise skills to:
- communicate the mood of a dance sequence to spectators
- move in line with the mood, rhythm, style and tempo of music
- learning skills to:
- improve dance technique through practice and a positive attitude to dancing
- respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own skill development
- self-management skills to:
- dress appropriately
- follow safe dance practices to prevent injury to self and others
- maintain concentration when performing.
Required knowledge
- sound knowledge of safe dance practices, such as:
- warm-up and cool-down activities
- correct clothing and footwear
- how nutrition and diet:
- affect physical and mental wellbeing
- contribute to injury prevention
- basic knowledge of:
- terminology associated with selected cultural dance styles
- cultural context of selected cultural dance styles.
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 appropriate dance performance areas or spaces. |
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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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Styles may include: |
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Safe dance practices relate to: |
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Protocols may relate to: |
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Warm-up exercises should: |
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Aspects of personal presentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - dance
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
