Glendowie College
11 Dance
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Year 13 (2025) students are required to attend Subject Confirmation on Thursday 23 January to finalise their timetable.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss T. Ata.
Year 11 Dance is a largely practical course. Students develop skills in conceptualising, choreography, performance, and the understanding of dance history and purpose. They work individually and in groups to develop pieces for assessed performance and they critically evaluate the purpose and effectiveness of their own work, and the work of others. A highlight of the course is performance in the annual Dance Showcase production.
Objectives
Students will
- Select and use appropriate elements, techniques and choreographic processes across different dance genres.
- Choreograph dance sequences using given briefs.
- Perform and respond to dance, making critical judgements about the use of elements, techniques, and choreographic processes to create form and meaning across genres.
- Investigate the genres and purposes of dance in different historical, cultural, and contemporary settings, both in New Zealand and internationally.
- Reflect upon the ways in which dance can be used to communicate meaning, and apply this to their own practice.
- Develop communication skills, motor skills, and confidence.
Content
Students will
- Use elements and techniques to choreograph and perform dance pieces.
- Demonstrate understanding of techniques and performance skills from a range of genres.
- Develop performance skills and the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with peers and audiences.
- Be offered the opportunity to perform in the GDC Dance Showcase.
Learning and Assessment Area | Description |
Choreography | Compose dance sequences for given briefs. |
Performance | Perform dance sequences (repertoire). |
Performance: Dance Showcase | Demonstrate ensemble skills in a dance. |
Interdisciplinary Unit | Inquiry Project: Cross-curricular opportunity with other Arts learning areas. |
Recommended Prior Learning
It is advised, but not required, for students to have taken Junior Dance. An interest in Dance and full participation in course work is required.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: Nil.
Associated Costs: $40.00 Students are invited to performances and workshops throughout the year.
Pathway
This subject could lead to a career in Dance, Drama, Theatre, Film & Television and Performing Arts.
Assessment Information
Year 12 Dance Guideline(s):It is preferred that students have taken Year 11 Dance. An interest in Dance and a commitment to active participation is required.
Pathway Tags
Dancer, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Entertainer, Media Producer, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Diversional Therapist, Musician, Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter,
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Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.
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