Glendowie College
12 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 12 Dance is a Level 2 NCEA subject and students study a full 22 credit course (18 internal credits and 4 external credits). 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. They critically evaluate the purpose and effectiveness of their own work, and the work of others. Highlights of the course are performance in the annual Dance Showcase production.
Objectives
Students will
- Select and use appropriate elements, techniques and choreographic processes across different dance genres.
- Initiate and develop ideas that demonstrate an intention, individually and collectively, in selected dance genres.
- 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.
- Research concepts and communicate ideas and understanding through movement.
- Demonstrate understanding of the unique features of ethnic and theatre dance styles.
- Develop performance skills and the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with peers and audiences.
- Be offered the opportunity to perform in school and regional events.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have passed all Year 11 Dance standards otherwise approval by TIC is required. An interest in Dance and a commitment to active participation is essential.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $5 Examination workbook.
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
The Internal Standards may require more than one assessment task each.Year 13 Dance Guideline(s):
14 Credits in Level 2 Dance or HOD approval
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Dance 2.1 - Choreograph a group dance to communicate an intention
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Dance 2.3 - Perform an ethnic or social dance to communicate understanding of the style
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Dance 2.4 - Perform a theatre dance to communicate understanding of the dance
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Dance 2.5 - Perform a repertoire of dance
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Dance 2.7 - Provide an interpretation of a dance performance with supporting evidence
Pathway Tags
Dancer, Entertainer, Film and Video Editor, Actor, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Sound Technician, Musician, Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Diversional Therapist, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Model, 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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