Space: levels
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use different levels effectively in my choreography.
Key learning points
- Move: holding a shape still requires accuracy and control.
- Move: moving between shapes and actions, at different levels, requires control of the space used and dynamic applied.
- Think: using contrasting levels within a group requires problem solving skills.
- Feel: moving around other people closely involves being thoughtful and responsible.
- Connect: watching the work of others and offering useful feedback is a form of collaboration.
Keywords
Levels - the height at which a shape or action is performed
Complementary - harmonious, where shapes or actions are different but blend together
Choreography - the way a dance is planned out
Common misconception
To demonstrate changing levels, you have to stay on the spot.
Whilst you may wish to remain on the spot, changing levels can be incorporated into other actions such as travelling or with other spacial elements such as pathways or directions.
Teacher tip
Emphasising the effect of 'status' through using levels may guide the pupils to create a character or narrative based piece, this can be complemented by looking at professional works such as the opening section of 'Swan Song' by Christopher Bruce.
Equipment
additional materials: suggested music
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What does the choreographic relationship of unison typically suggest?
Q2.What does working responsibly help to achieve?
Q3.Which of the following is not an expressive skill?
Q4.What skill is being used when selecting the actions to perform and deciding when, where and how to do them?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What physical skill is used when holding a shape still?
Q2.What can we create to demonstrate a change of level?
Q3.What does working responsibly enable us to achieve?
Q4.What word describes working together and sharing ideas?
To help you plan your 6 physical education lesson on: Space: levels, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 6 physical education lesson on: Space: levels, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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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