Medium Term Plan - Dance - Year 9

The Year 9 Dance medium-term plan spans 6 lessons with the intention to delve deeper into various dance movements, particularly focusing on street dance. The plan aims to cultivate students' creativity, control, rhythm, and timing to choreograph sequences that are both aesthetically pleasing and rhythmically sound. The curriculum is designed to enhance students' understanding and recall of dance knowledge, including choreography in small groups, spatial awareness, formations, and the ability to critically evaluate performances. The skills honed throughout the course include rhythm, timing, gestures, jumps, and lifts, all crucial for the development of a well-rounded dancer.

The scheme of work is structured to progressively develop the students' ability to create dance sequences, using music as an inspiration to craft movement patterns. It encourages continuous decision-making and self-assessment to refine routines, thereby fostering confidence and independence. Key concepts such as accurate replication, developing physical and mental capacity, and performance development are central to the learning process. Students will also engage in decision-making and problem-solving activities, working collaboratively to choreograph group sequences. The program not only focuses on the technical aspects of dance but also on personal development, emphasizing the importance of physical activity, teamwork, communication, and respect. Evaluative skills are sharpened through the use of video analysis to provide feedback and identify areas for improvement. The impact of the program is assessed across various competencies, including replication of choreography, creative thinking, reflective learning, and the development of communication skills and teamwork, with an emphasis on potential careers in the sports industry.