Level 3 Dance
3DAN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Allpress.
Who would be interested in this course?Any student with an interest in Dance. Previous experience and learning from 2DAN NCEA Level 2 is recommended but not essential depending on your previous experience in dance.
Previous experience might include; dancing in a school production, cultural dance, or specific studio training in any dance styles.
An excellent track record of attendance is essential, due to the collaborative nature of much of the work undertaken in class. If unsure of your experience level, please see Head of Creative Arts Faculty Ms. Allpress.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES: Students will extend their ability to choreograph and perform original and set dance works. They will work both individually and collaboratively on solo, duet and group dances.
There will be opportunity for students to gain extra dance credits through involvement as dancers and or choreographers in the school production and the Lynfield Cultural Festival. Where possible and appropriate, learning from different achievement standards will be integrated into a single learning context.
Development of physical skill and performance ability is relevant to situations that require presentation skills. Self-discipline, focus, creativity, confidence, communication, plus good group and collaborative skills are personal attributes highly valued by employers and tertiary study providers.
Faculties:
Career Pathways
Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Dancer, Entertainer, Early Childhood Teacher, Primary School Teacher, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThere is no cost associated with this course. Students are expected to provide their own clothing appropriate for dance training.