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Teacher in Charge: Mrs Tanya Gould
tgould@wdsg.school.nz
Course description:
The Level 3 course is a culmination of the knowledge students have gained from the previous two years and allows students to gather evidence that may aid a future in Dance. The course covers a combination of performance opportunities as well as choreographic tasks that utilise creative thinking to develop and resolve ideas or undergird a particular concept. Students will have the opportunity to explore how Dance can be used to communicate ideas, allow reflection, engage emotions and entertain. They will reflect on and critically evaluate particular works and performances. Students will need to be aware that solo performance may be required.
Assessment:
Internal – up to 14 credits at NCEA Level 3.
External – up to 4 credits at NCEA Level 3.
Costs:
Trips to performances at approx $75
There may be some costs involved for costuming
Entry criteria:
Both Year 11and Level 2 NCEA Dance are strongly recommended.
If the entry criteria are not met, entry will be at the discretion of the TIC, in consultation with the Dean. Conditions may apply.
Future pathways:
This course is on the list of university approved subjects, offering up to 18 Level 3 NCEA credits.
Course of study:
Students of Dance should expect to work as an individual or with a partner, as well as in an ensemble for performance assessments. They will study:
Techniques – you will use a full range of dance techniques that reflect different genres and styles of Dance to communicate meaning in performance.
Choreography – using the dance elements and choreographic devices to choreograph a dance that develops and resolves ideas or a concept. This may be a solo, duet or group effort.
Performance – you will rehearse and prepare contrasting dances to be performed at Dance Showcase and other significant events to demonstrate a repertoire of work.
Dance knowledge – you will gain theoretical dance knowledge which reflects on dance processes, choreographic structures and devices and performance technologies. You will need to reflect and evaluate how the medium of dance communicates with an audience.
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