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Key Terminology Heart: Collaboration and Emotional Expression
Term Definition Assessment Question Working Towards Expected Greater Depth
Dynamics The qualities of movement, such as sharp-smooth, fast-slow, or heavy-light, used to create variety. Can you create and lead a duet phrase Creates a duet with limited interaction and Creates and leads a cohesive duet phrase, Designs and leads a complex duet that
demonstrating trust and effective
highlights trust, innovative interactions, and
Cause-and-Effect A movement or action that triggers another, creating a sequence of reactions. that emphasises trust and collaboration? connection. collaboration. mutual support.
Interlocking Movements that connect physically or visually between dancers to create relationships. Works effectively within a group, Takes a leadership role, driving group
Can you collaborate effectively to produce Contributes to the group but requires contributing ideas and supporting the creativity and ensuring all members
Pathways The patterns or routes taken through the performance space (e.g., circular, linear, zigzag). a group performance? guidance to stay focused.
choreography's development. contribute to a polished performance.
Spatial Awareness Understanding the space around you, including positioning and proximity to others. Leads a warm-up confidently, incorporating Leads an engaging and dynamic warm-up,
Can you lead a large group warm-up based Leads with some input but lacks confidence
Projection The ability to perform movements confidently, engaging the audience through energy and focus. on the "Cog" theme? and clarity in instructions. movements inspired by the "Cog" theme and effectively preparing the group and aligning
with the choreographic theme.
mechanics.
Motif A short sequence of movements that is repeated and developed to represent a theme or idea. Performs cause-and-effect movements with Delivers precise and dynamic cause-and-
Choreography The process of creating and arranging movements into a dance sequence. Can you perform movements that Demonstrates basic cause-and-effect accuracy and clear interaction with a effect movements, showcasing excellent
represent cause-and-effect in a duet? actions with limited control. partner. timing and collaboration with a partner.
Transitions The movements that connect phrases or sections of a dance, ensuring a smooth flow.
Actively supports the group by contributing Leads the refinement process, offering
Narrative The story or theme expressed through dance movements. Can you support your group in refining Provides minimal input when refining ideas to improve transitions and overall constructive suggestions and ensuring a
transitions and performance quality? choreography.
quality. high-quality final performance.
Head: Creative Problem-Solving and Reflection
Assessment Question Working Towards Expected Greater Depth Hands: Execution and Physical Skill
Can you explain the role of dynamics in Identifies basic dynamics but struggles to Explains how dynamics enhance movements Provides detailed examples of how dynamics Assessment Question Working Towards Expected Greater Depth
choreography? explain their importance. and create interest. enhance storytelling and thematic elements. Executes movements with clear dynamic Masterfully performs phrases with refined
Can you perform a phrase demonstrating Performs movements with limited variation in contrasts, such as fast-slow or sharp-smooth dynamic contrasts, enhancing the choreography's
Designs intricate sequences with clear contrasting dynamics? speed, force, or intensity.
Can you explain how cause-and-effect is Recognises basic cause-and-effect Explains and creates logical cause-and- cause-and-effect, enhancing the overall transitions. expressive quality.
used in choreography? sequences but struggles to connect actions. effect sequences within choreography.
narrative. Can you perform interlocking movements Demonstrates basic interlocking movements but Performs interlocking movements with precision Executes interlocking movements with mastery,
accurately? struggles with timing. and clear connection to other dancers. contributing to the visual and thematic impact of
Can you explain the role of pathways in Identifies simple pathways but struggles to Explains how pathways contribute to the Creates and evaluates pathways that reflect the dance.
choreography? relate them to the theme. dance’s visual and thematic impact. complex ideas or narratives effectively.
Can you teach an 8–16 beat routine inspired by Teaches movements but requires support to Teaches a routine effectively, ensuring clear Leads the teaching of a routine with clarity,
Evaluates and designs interlocking mechanical motifs to another group? convey clarity and rhythm. communication and group understanding of precision, and confidence, adapting for the group's
Can you explain the importance of Recognises interlocking movements but Explains how interlocking movements rhythm and structure. needs and skill levels.
interlocking in group choreography? struggles to identify their purpose. represent connections between dancers. movements to enhance cohesion and
storytelling. Executes sequences with precision and control,
Can you perform a group sequence with clear Performs basic movements but struggles to Performs sequences with clear and accurate utilising spatial pathways to enhance the
Delivers insightful feedback, identifying spatial pathways? maintain defined pathways. spatial pathways (e.g., circular, linear).
Can you give feedback on space, Provides general feedback with limited focus Provides clear and constructive feedback on detailed improvements for enhancing choreography's visual impact.
relationships, and actions? on specific elements. the use of space, relationships, and actions.
choreography. Can you perform a dance sequence with Performs movements with some hesitation or lack Performs sequences confidently, with clear Delivers sequences with outstanding confidence,
confidence and projection? of stage presence. projection and intent. engaging the audience through precise movement
Can you reflect on your own performance Identifies basic strengths but struggles to Reflects effectively, identifying strengths and Critically evaluates their performance, and strong projection.
to identify strengths and areas for suggest areas for improvement. providing specific areas for development. setting clear goals for improvement and
improvement? demonstrating self-awareness. Can you adapt and link movements from Adapts basic movements but struggles to create a Links movements from different styles effectively, Seamlessly integrates movements from multiple
styles, demonstrating originality and artistic flair.
different dance styles?
cohesive flow.
creating a cohesive and expressive routine.