Description
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This new course, part of our ‘Guide for Early Careers Teachers’ range is designed for new teachers of Dance in their induction period, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required for effective Dance education. It covers Dance pedagogy, creative choreography, inclusive practices, assessment strategies, and exam-level preparation for GCSE and A-Level.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
- Gain foundational knowledge in dance pedagogy.
- Learn practical performance and choreography techniques to engage learners.
- Explore inclusive practices for diverse learners.
- Routines and rituals that ensure high standards of progress and learning in dance.
- Acquire strategies for exam-level teaching and assessment.
PROGRAMME
The Specification in Depth
10.00am
- Teaching dance in an educational setting- the bits beyond the studio.
- Principles of Dance Pedagogy and understanding the subject-specific vocabulary.
- Structuring effective dance lessons with routine and rituals in mind.
- Designing a dance curriculum that suits you and your school, looking at a variety of dance styles and exam qualifications.
- Promoting dance to staff, learners and the school community: being an advocate for the subject.
Break
11.15am
11.30am: Creative Choreography and Student Engagement
- Conservatoire trained or a non- specialist? Ways to improve your confidence in teaching dance.
- Key essentials: the importance of creating the right relationships, rapport and atmosphere for learners to succeed.
- Inspirational starting points and themes to motivate learners in dance. How to select the right music and professional works for your classes.
Lunch
12.30pm
1.15pm: Inclusive Practices in Dance
- Differentiation: Adapting dance activities for all abilities and needs.
- Promoting an inclusive and supportive environment.
- How to support the reluctant learners and the non-participant.
- Recognising talent and how to nourish it.
Break
2.15pm
2.30pm: Assessment and Feedback
- Methods for assessing dance skills and performance
- Providing constructive feedback to learners without burdening the workload.
3.00pm: Exam-Level Teaching for GCSE and A-Level
- Preparing students for dance exams
- Effective exam strategies and practice
- Look at exemplar materials to understand the assessment criteria across KS3, GCSE and A Level Dance.
Depart
3.30pm