ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

Objective: Design and perform a 30-second routine

Dance Unit | Level 3

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to design and perform a 30-second routine.

IMPORTANCE
Designing and performing a 30 second routine is important because it helps you practice dance moves that increase your flexibility, coordination and cardio strength.

VOCABULARY
Coordination: the ability to smoothly use different parts of the body together.

When designing and performing a 30-second routine, here are a few dance moves to remember:

STORYLINE
Today we are going to do a "Dance Routine". Your goal is to work with a group to design and perform a 30-second routine.

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into groups of 3 – 4 students.
• As a class, we will vote on which song to design a dance routine to. The song selections are: “Cotton Eye Joe”, “Cha Cha Slide” and “Party Rock Anthem”.
• When I say, “GO!” I will start playing the music continuously for you and your group to create a dance to go along with the song.
• At the end of the class, you will have the choice whether or not to perform your dance in front of the class.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach: 
  • Divide students up evenly based on who you think will work well together.
  • You can also give the option of having the students form their own groups. Instead of performing, groups can also teach the routine they came up with to the rest of the class.
• ELL Accommodation: 
  • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
  • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
• SpEd Accommodation: 
  • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
  • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
  • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
• Reflection: 
  • __________ mean the ability to smoothly use different parts of the body together.
  • Today I encouraged a classmate by...