Creating: Artists/students use creative thinking and reasoning skills to perceive concepts and ideas to develop works.CR

  • 1

    Create a dance that demonstrates a variety of complex movement phrases and the ability to collaborate with an ensembleHSAC.1CR

  • 2

    Create movement studies that explore a universal theme.HSAC.2CR

  • 3

    Choreograph movement studies that incorporate a multidisciplinary approach to the process.HSAC.3CR

  • 4

    Demonstrate and integrate the use of current media and the latest technologies to inspire, create, or record dance.HSAC.4CR

  • 5

    Design and implement a variety of choreographic devices for movement generation and revision, both individually and collaboratively.HSAC.5CR

Performing: Artists/students employ personal processes and skills to solve problems creatively and present work in various contextsPE

  • 1

    Explore a variety of processes that demonstrate originality, clarity of intent, and a dynamic range of movement.HSAC.1PE

  • 2

    Perform dances that demonstrate a variety of complex movement sequences that also may be performed as an ensemble.HSAC.2PE

  • 3

    Demonstrate self-direction and accountability for technical growth to facilitate communication and creative expression.HSAC.3PE

  • 4

    Understand how the mind-body connection influences movement. HSAC.4PE

  • 5

    Perform a dance that explores a universal theme.HSAC.5PE

Responding: Artists/students engage in analysis and interpretation to understand and evaluate artistic works.RE

  • 1

    Critique a dance based on fundamental dance concepts.HSAC.1RE

  • 2

    Use a variety of assessments (self-checks, peer assessment, peer coaching, reflection journals, criteria for success) to assess and reflect on choices made in the dance-making process.HSAC.2RE

  • 3

    Develop and refine personal beliefs and questions about dance experiences based on aesthetic opinions.HSAC.3RE

  • 4

    Illustrate artistry and technical proficiency in dance performance and observed dance works.HSAC.4RE

Connecting: Artists/students understand and communicate the value of creative expressions in internal and external contexts.CO

  • 1

    Develop strategies that promote personal health, self-regulation, injury prevention, care, and rehabilitation. HSAC.1CO

  • 2

    Explore a diverse range of dance in global cultures, screen dance, theatrical styles, and historical periods.HSAC.2CO

  • 3

    Use established research methods and techniques to investigate a topic in careers connected to dance.HSAC.3CO

  • 4

    Describe technical theater and design innovations in a historical or current context.HSAC.4CO

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Ohio's Learning Standards for Fine Arts Dance 2024