Modification History
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CUADLT301A |
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 analyse dance movements and to use the terminology of dance analysis as a tool for refining dance technique and performance.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to dancers with basic skills in any dance style who are pursuing a career in dance. At this level, dance analysis skills are mainly used as a way of discussing, evaluating and refining individual and group dance techniques and performances.
At this level, work is normally supervised, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected in the process of reaching conclusions about dance performances being analysed.
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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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 the dance analysis process |
1.1. Discuss with relevant personnel the purpose and scope of dance analysis 1.2. Become familiar with the principal theories of dance and movement analysis 1.3. Apply a working knowledge of the principal terms used in dance analysis 1.4. Clarify the forms in which dance analysis may be presented |
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2. Analyse elements of dance sequences |
2.1. Delineate the main movements of dance styles 2.2. Identify the musical rhythms essential to dance movements 2.3. Place dance movements in their appropriate historical context 2.4. Develop a vocabulary to describe expression in dance styles |
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3. Complete a basic analysis of a dance performance |
3.1. Assess an individual dance performance in terms of the movements used 3.2. Assess the relationship of movement to the musical or rhythmic accompaniment 3.3. Compile assessment of the performance in a suitable format 3.4. Seek feedback on analysis from relevant personnel and adjust conclusions as required 3.5. Evaluate own analytical process and note areas for future improvement |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- discuss dance analyses with colleagues in an appropriate way
- respond appropriately to feedback on own skill development and performance
- initiative and enterprise skills to:
- apply musical concepts to movement in dance forms
- apply critical thinking techniques to dance analysis
- learning skills to:
- improve own dance techniques through critical analysis of dance as an art form
- develop a movement memory
- teamwork skills to work collaboratively with others on analysing dance performances with a view to improving own and group technique.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of:
- principles underlying dance movements and techniques, such as:
- relationship with gravity
- spatial awareness
- successional movement
- folding
- extending
- rotating
- shifting weight
- effort theory, including time, weight, space and throw
- dance terminology
- overview knowledge of:
- theories of dance analysis
- dance styles and genres, and conventions relevant to analysis
- choreographic process.
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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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:
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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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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Purpose of dance analysis may include: |
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Scope of dance analysis may include: |
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Principal theories include the writings and teachings of: |
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Principal terms include: |
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Forms may include: |
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Movements may include: |
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Dance styles may include: |
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Musical rhythms include: |
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Vocabulary to describe expression might include words, such as: |
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Formats may include: |
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Areas for future improvement might include discussion of: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - dance literacy
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
