Unit of competency Outline
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Develop foundational Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques
Develop foundational Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques
Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN118
CUADAN118
State Code
ODH97
ODH97
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop foundational Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance forms and techniques. Performances highlight the unique nature of Indigenous community culture, language, story-telling and traditional dress.The unit applies to those who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and who are developing foundational dance techniques as members of a group for events in the local community or in public performances for visitors to their region or community. At this level, foundational Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques are developed under the supervision of experienced Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dancers and cultural mentors.The knowledge required to achieve competency in this unit may only be accessible to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and may be the cultural and intellectual property of specific communities. Organisations delivering this unit must respect community protocols and heritage. Collaboration with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people on the delivery and assessment of this unit is recommended.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Discuss Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance as an art form
- 1.1 Discuss aspects of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance culture and history with required personnel
- 1.2 Use Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance terminology when required in discussions with others
2. Practise simple Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance movements
- 2.1 Perform warm-up exercises under the guidance of supervisor according to safe dance practices
- 2.2 Practise basic steps associated with selected style of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dancing
- 2.3 Incorporate musicality, timing and rhythm into exercises
- 2.4 Identify and work within own physical limits according to safe dance practices
- 2.5 Respond to constructive feedback and advice from required personnel during practice sessions
- 2.6 Complete cool-down exercises according to safe dance practices
3. Prepare and perform short Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance sequences
- 3.1 Agree on sequences that include a range of movements in consultation with required personnel, according to own technical ability
- 3.2 Match personal presentation to selected style of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance
- 3.3 Communicate mood and style of dance according to requirements of the dance sequence
- 3.4 Perform dance sequences and demonstrate awareness timing and rhythm in performance
4. Review performances and set goals
- 4.1 Evaluate own performance and development of foundation Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques
- 4.2 Seek and use coaching from others to identify areas where own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance technique can be improved
- 4.3 Set goals for improvement and develop a plan to achieve them
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT2 | CUA10120 | Certificate I in Dance | Qualification |