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K–12 Standards

Dance: Grade 3

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Creating

  • 1:

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.

    1. a.

      Experiment with a variety of self-identified stimuli (for example, music/sound, text, objects, images, notation, observed dance, experiences) for movement.DA:Cr1.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Explore a given movement problem. Select and demonstrate a solution.DA:Cr1.1.3.b

  • 2:

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

    1. a.

      Identify and experiment with choreographic devices to create simple movement patterns and dance structures (for example, AB, ABA, theme and development).DA:Cr2.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Develop a dance phrase that expresses and communicates an idea or feeling. Discuss the effect of the movement choices.DA:Cr2.1.3.b

  • 3:

    Revise, refine, and complete artistic work.

    1. a.

      Revise movement choices in response to feedback to improve a short dance study. Describe the differences the changes made in the movements.DA:Cr3.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Depict directions or spatial pathways in a dance phrase by drawing a picture map or using a symbol.DA:Cr3.1.3.b

Performing

  • 4:

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.

    1. a.

      Demonstrate shapes with positive and negative space. Perform movement sequences in and through space with intentionality and focus.DA:Pr4.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Fulfill specified duration of time with improvised locomotor and nonlocomotor movements. Differentiate between "in time" and "out of time" to music. Perform movements that are the same or of a different time orientation to accompaniment. Use metric and kinesthetic phrasing.DA:Pr4.1.3.b

    3. c.

      Change use of energy and dynamics by modifying movements and applying specific characteristics to heighten the effect of their intent.DA:Pr4.1.3.c

  • 5:

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

    1. a.

      Replicate body shapes, movement characteristics, and movement patterns in a dance sequence with awareness of body alignment and core support.DA:Pr5.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Apply kinesthetic awareness to coordinate with a partner or other dancers to safely change levels, directions, and pathway designs.DA:Pr5.1.3.b

    3. c.

      Recall movement sequences with a partner or in group dance activities. Apply constructive feedback from teacher and self check to improve dance skills.DA:Pr5.1.3.c

  • 6:

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.

    1. a.

      Identify the main areas of a performance space using production terminology (for example, stage right, stage left).DA:Pr6.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Explore simple production elements (for example, costumes, props, music, scenery, lighting, media) for a dance performed for an audience in a designated specific performance space.DA:Pr6.1.3.b

Responding

  • 7:

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.

    1. a.

      Identify a movement pattern that creates a theme in a dance work.DA:Re7.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Demonstrate and explain how one dance genre is different from another or how one cultural movement practice is different from another.DA:Re7.1.3.b

  • 8:

    Construct meaningful interpretations of artistic work.

    1. a.

      Select specific context cues from movement. Use basic dance terminology to explain how they relate to the main idea of the dance.DA:Re8.1.3.a

  • 9:

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.

    1. a.

      Select dance movements from specific genres, styles, or cultures. Identify characteristic movements from these dances and describe in basic dance terminology ways in which they are alike and different.DA:Re9.1.3.a

Connecting

  • 10:

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.

    1. a.

      Compare the relationships expressed in a dance to relationships with others. Explain how they are the same or different.DA:Cn10.1.3.a

    2. b.

      Ask a question about a key aspect of a dance. Explore it through movement. Communicate the answer to the question in oral, written, or movement form.DA:Cn10.1.3.b

  • 11:

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.

    1. a.

      Find a relationship between a movement in a dance and the culture, society, or community from which the dance is derived. Explain what the movements communicate about the key aspects of the culture, society, or community.DA:Cn11.1.3.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Fine Arts Standards: Dance

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