Assessment Requirements for CUADAN506 Refine cultural dance technique

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Assessment Requirements for CUADAN506 Refine cultural dance technique

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Release 1	This version first released with CUA Live Performance and Entertainment Training Package Version 1.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

perform two complex dance or movement sequences that demonstrate:

confident performance skills

control of movement

interpretative and expressive skills

muscular strength and flexibility

quality and breadth of movement

strong and precise technique in the chosen cultural dance style or physical discipline

understanding of the discipline’s particular stylistic qualities

respond to constructive feedback on own performance

use terminology associated with chosen cultural dance style or physical discipline correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain how the following principles relate to physical movements and cultural dance techniques:

extending

folding

relationship with gravity

rotating

shifting weight

spatial awareness

successional movement

use of breath

explain how the following apply in the context of safe dance practice and injury prevention:

articulation of the spine

engagement of the feet

bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso

range of motion of the joints

differentiation of the legs and pelvis

healthy nutrition and diet

explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to cultural dance technique

describe:

history and cultural context in which chosen dance style or physical discipline is situated

philosophical principles of chosen dance style or physical discipline.

Assessment Conditions

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in a dance learning environment. The assessment environment must include access to fully equipped dance studios with suitable flooring and appropriate music or accompanists.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Links

Companion volumes are available at: - http://www.ibsa.org.au