GCSE Dance

Course Assessments

1. Performance in a group dance             20%

2. Performance in a set study                    20%

3. Composition of a dance                         30%

4. Programme Notes                                  10%

5. Written Exam                                           20%

Course Requirements

1. A genuine interest in all types of dance                                    

2. The ability to work in Contemporary style dance (Not TOTP)

3. Attendance at dance clubs or classes                                     

4. An interest in learning about all aspects of the world of        
   dance - choreographers, dancers, set design, costume,      
   lighting, how to make up a more interesting dance.               

By the end of the course students will be better at:

1. Making more interesting dances.                    

2. Performaing using good techniques and a     
   wider variety of movements.                            

3. Performing with confidence in front of others.

4. Assessing your own & other people's            
   performance.                                                    

5. Thinking more creatively.                                 

6. Understanding dance work more artistically.

7. Undersatnding links with other cultures and 
   art subjects.                                                      

You will also have:

1. Developed an interest in the world of dance.

2. Learnt a new dance language.                       

3. Learnt about health an safety aspects.          

4. Become more aware of why people dance.

5. Developed your personal skills - leadership,
   co-operation, self awareness, understanding
   of others and decision making.