Actions: the domino effect
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use canon to create a domino effect when performing actions.
Key learning points
- Move: performing actions using canon in response to a previous action requires control.
- Move: using different formations and spacing to present the connection between performers requires spatial awareness.
- Think: responding to another person's action quickly demonstrates rapid problem solving.
- Feel: accurate timing in a group requires everyone to be responsible for being aware of the actions of others.
- Connect: responding to actions of a partner or group requires trust and collaboration.
Keywords
Domino effect - a linked sequence of events
Respond - a reaction or reply
Canon - performing an action one after the other in a pair/group
Common misconception
When you perform a canon, you have to perform the same action as each other.
Whilst this is often true, the actions can vary, e.g., pupils may jump apart one at a time, yet each pupil may perform a different jump, or pupils may change shape. It is the staggered timing that is the essential element.
Teacher tip
It may help to show the pupils a video of dominoes falling into each other and creating a ripple effect.
Equipment
additional materials: suggested music
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What word describes the process of creating a dance?
Q2.What do dynamics describe?
Q3.What skill is required to respond to the actions of another performer safely?
Q4.What word describes performing the same action at different times, e.g. a Mexican Wave?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What choreographic relationship demonstrates a ‘domino effect’?
Q2.Which skill is important for creating a ‘domino effect’ in dance?
Q3.What type of action do you need to create to perform a response in canon?
Q4.Which of the following does not help to create a ‘unified’ effect when dancing?
To help you plan your 6 physical education lesson on: Actions: the domino effect, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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