CUADAN318 — Increase depth of contemporary dance techniques

1 Apply own physical conditioning program

• 1.1Set physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own contemporary dance technique
• 1.2Identify variety of techniques for improving stamina, strength, flexibility and mobility in consultation with required personnel according to physical conditioning goals
• 1.3Identify risk factors that may inhibit achievement of goals and seek advice as required
• 1.4Perform warm-up and cool-down activities in conjunction with dance and physical activities according to safe dance practices
• 1.5Identify and discuss with required personnel fatigue and personal limitations when undertaking physical conditioning program as required

2 Build on basic contemporary dance techniques

• 2.1Develop practice plan for executing and building on basic contemporary dance movements with required personnel
• 2.2Practise variety of exercises for building contemporary dance techniques according to practice plan
• 2.3Practise controlling movement for turns, extensions, elevation and floorwork
• 2.4Practise choreographing and performing contemporary dance techniques in a learning environment
• 2.5Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into dance phrases
• 2.6Communicate dramatic nuance and intention in contemporary dance movements as required
• 2.7Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers as required

3 Review and develop expertise in contemporary dance techniques

• 3.1Identify sources that can be used to update knowledge of contemporary dance history and terminology
• 3.2Seek and use feedback from others and develop strategy for improving own contemporary dance technique and performance skills
• 3.3View performances by industry practitioners and identify new ideas and trends that can be applied to own contemporary dance practice

What does an assessment tool for CUADAN318 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUADAN318 needs to address all 35 unit components: 3 elements with 15 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 9 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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