Dance: Grade 7

Perceiving/Knowing

Producing/Performing

Responding/Reflecting

Demonstrate a perspective by explaining different societal values on the meaning and function of dances made, performed or shared.

View choreographic works and improvisations by various influential choreographers.

Explore the expressive body range of movement possibilities.

Sense and express the impact and interrelationship between dance and the body's physical and emotional state of being.

Recognize and discuss how thoughtful inquiry influences dance making, performing and sharing.

Observe dances with attention to rhythmic structure, with or without musical accompaniment.

Explore and refine the body's movement possibilities in relation to varied dance techniques and choreography.

Perform dances from various global cultures, theatrical styles and historical periods.

Embody dance performance with attention to rhythmic structure with or without musical accompaniment.

Create dance movement studies with clear intent and attention to dance elements, features and choreographic principles.

Perform movement phrases with increased focus, alignment, strength, flexibility, coordination and skill.

Recognize the importance of warm-up and cross-discipline training to dance (e.g., sports, yoga, Pilates, swimming, running, walking and cycling).

Demonstrate self-direction and independence.

Discuss ways that dance contributes to a community and provide examples.

Analyze and describe the movement patterns and the expressive and stylistic characteristics of selected dances.

Evaluate and refine collaborative rehearsal processes.

Articulate the intended meanings of the dances they create.

Critique a dance based on how effectively the formal, technical and expressive aspects communicate a theme or idea.

Demonstrate initiative and confidence when creating and presenting dances to express their feelings, ideas and viewpoints.