Dance Arts Education — Grade 1

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Goal 1

The learner will identify and demonstrate elements and skills in dance.

Objective 1.01

Demonstrate kinesthetic awareness through identification of body parts and range of motion.

Objective 1.02

Demonstrate and explore the element of space in dance: personal/general, locomotor/non-locomotor movement, axial movement, shape, level, direction, and pathways.

Objective 1.03

Demonstrate and explore the element of time in dance: tempo and rhythm.

Objective 1.04

Demonstrate and explore the element of energy/dynamics in dance.

Goal 2

The learner will understand choreographic principles, processes, and structures.

Objective 2.01

Demonstrate and identify the differences between spontaneous and planned movement.

Objective 2.02

Demonstrate patterns in dance.

Objective 2.03

Demonstrate and identify beginning, middle, and end in dance.

Objective 2.04

Improvise and create movement based on own ideas and concepts from other sources.

Objective 2.05

Demonstrate working alone and with others in movement exploration.

Goal 3

The learner will understand that dance can create and communicate meaning.

Objective 3.01

Show ideas, feelings, and stories through dance movement.

Objective 3.02

Discuss various dance movement experiences.

Objective 3.03

Identify and demonstrate similarities and differences between dance and other forms of human movement.

Goal 4

The learner will apply and demonstrate critical and creative thinking skills in dance.

Objective 4.01

Demonstrate at least two different solutions to a given creative movement problem.

Objective 4.02

Identify similarities and differences in movement sequences.

Objective 4.03

Evaluate dance movement sequences.

Goal 5

The learner will demonstrate and understand dance in various cultures and historical periods.

Objective 5.01

Discuss the role of dance in celebrations and events.

Objective 5.02

Identify and explore dances from various cultures.

Goal 6

The learner will make connections between dance and healthful living.

Objective 6.01

Demonstrate self-awareness through dance movement activities.

Objective 6.02

Demonstrate concentration and focus during dance movement activities.

Objective 6.03

Identify and describe healthy practices including the importance of warm-ups to enhance the ability to dance.

Goal 7

The learner will make connections between dance and other content areas.

Objective 7.01

Identify connections between dance and at least two other content areas.

Objective 7.02

Identify and explore various applications of technology in dance.

Goal 8

The learner will understand dance as an art form with a range of opportunities for involvement.

Objective 8.01

Describe and show respectful behaviors toward others in dance movement experiences.

Objective 8.02

Identify the role of an audience member when creating or performing dance movement.

Objective 8.03

Identify and demonstrate appropriate behavior when creating, performing, or viewing dance movement.