CUADAN215 — Perform basic contemporary dance techniques

1 Prepare for and develop basic contemporary dance techniques

• 1.1Set goals and own practice schedule for developing basic contemporary dance techniques according to safe dance practices, and in consultation with required personnel
• 1.2Perform warm up routine according to safe dance practices
• 1.3Develop a variety of basic contemporary dance techniques under guidance of a supervisor
• 1.4Identify natural body response to different contemporary dance styles
• 1.5Identify ways of incorporating embodiment techniques into dance routines as a way of expressing intention and creating characters
• 1.6Practise performing choreography in unison with other dancers according to safe dance practices
• 1.7Follow advice and feedback from others during practice sessions about ways to improve own contemporary dance technique

2 Perform short dance phrases

• 2.1Discuss intention and key aspects of dance phrase to be performed with required personnel, incorporating knowledge of influences in contemporary dance
• 2.2Apply basic make-up and wear costumes for performance as required
• 2.3Perform simple phrases combining large body and subtle movements according to safe dance practices
• 2.4Use props as required according to contemporary dance phrase requirements
• 2.5Follow direction from required personnel during performance
• 2.6Observe and follow dictates of music or sound, and rhythm
• 2.7Synchronise movements with ensemble where required

3 Review performances and set goals

• 3.1Evaluate own performance and use of basic contemporary dance techniques
• 3.2Seek feedback and coaching from others on performance and use of contemporary dance techniques
• 3.3Use own evaluation and feedback from others and set goals for improving contemporary dance techniques

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To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADAN215 needs to address all 34 unit components: 3 elements with 17 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 6 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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