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K–12 Standards

Dance: Grades 3-4

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Creating

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.3-4.Cr.D.01

    1. a

      Improvise movement ideas that explore space (e.g., levels, shapes, directions, pathways) and time (e.g., fast and slow) as elements of dance.3-4.Cr.D.01.a

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.3-4.Cr.D.02

    1. a

      Create a dance phrase with a beginning, middle, and end; be able to repeat it.3-4.Cr.D.02.a

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work.3-4.Cr.D.03

    1. a

      Respond to a movement challenge and hypothesize possible solutions (e.g. how to complete entrances and exits in a given space).3-4.Cr.D.03.a

Performing

  • 4

    Select, analyze and interpret artistic work for presentation.3-4.D.P.04

    1. a

      Demonstrate accuracy in memorizing and reproducing movement phrases.3-4.D.P.04.a

  • 5

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.3-4.D.P.05

    1. a

      Identify strategies to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and coordination.3-4.D.P.05.a

  • 6

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.3-4.D.P.06

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      Move expressively to a musical beat and responding to changes in tempo.3-4.D.P.06.a

Responding

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.3-4.D.R.07

    1. a

      Analyze how different movement elements (e.g. space, time, effort) contribute to the meaning of a dance.3-4.D.R.07.a

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.3-4.D.R.08

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      Explain the relationship between culture, venue, and audience behavior (e.g., street performance, formal presentation).3-4.D.R.08.a

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.3-4.D.R.09

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      Identify how the basic technical elements of dance (e.g., lighting, sound) can be used to support the artist's purpose.3-4.D.R.09.a

Connecting

  • 10

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.3-4.D.Co.10

    1. a

      Distinguish one’s own preferences in dance from those of others (e.g., peers, friends or family).3-4.D.Co.10.a

  • 11

    Relate artistic ideas and works to societal, cultural and historical contexts to deepen understanding.3-4.D.Co.11

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      Describe ways dance performance is different from other forms of movement used in sports and everyday gestures. (i.e., identify the role of artistic intent).3-4.D.Co.11.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3 and Grade 4
Where can I read the official document?
Massachusetts Arts Standards

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