Year 7

Use and application of action, space and dynamics

In this lesson we will recap the phrase used in last lesson so that we are able to use it to explore motif and development. We will use action, space and dynamics to create a new version of the taught phrase.

Year 7

Use and application of action, space and dynamics

In this lesson we will recap the phrase used in last lesson so that we are able to use it to explore motif and development. We will use action, space and dynamics to create a new version of the taught phrase.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Pupils will learn about the use and application of action, space and dynamics.
  2. Pupils will use the process of developing work to add more complexity and interest to the work.
  3. Pupils will use the choreographic device of motif and development.
  4. Pupils will learn about decision making, problem solving and focus.

Equipment

Device to play music (e.g. phone or MP3 player), a 2x2m clear space, suitable clothing.

Content guidance

  • Physical activity required.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

Licence

This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.

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3 Questions

Q1.
What type of action is in the picture?
An image in a quiz
Gesture
Correct answer: Jump
Stillness
Turn
Q2.
What main type of space is being used in this picture?
An image in a quiz
Directions
Facings
Correct answer: Levels (high, middle or low)
Size
Q3.
What use of dynamics might be used to perform this action?
An image in a quiz
Correct answer: Fast
Slow

4 Questions

Q1.
What use of action could this be?
An image in a quiz
Gesture
Jump
Correct answer: Transfer of Weight
Turn
Q2.
What type of action is in the picture?
An image in a quiz
Correct answer: Gesture
Jump
Stillness
Turn
Q3.
What main type of level is being used by the trio (at the front) in this picture?
An image in a quiz
High
Correct answer: Low
Medium
Q4.
We looked at 'motif' and 'development' today. They involve changing our use of action, space and dynamics: true or false?
False
Correct answer: True