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Year 7

Who I like: my role models

I can use the relationship of canon effectively.

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Year 7

Who I like: my role models

I can use the relationship of canon effectively.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: using canon in a dance involves accuracy of timing and an awareness of others.
  2. Think: identifying our role models causes us to reflect on the values we think are important.
  3. Feel: sharing our values involves integrity.
  4. Connect: complimenting others is a way to demonstrate respect.

Keywords

  • Canon - when an action is performed at different times

  • Role models - people whose behaviour we admire

  • Emphasis - highlight or stand out

Common misconception

Pupils are likely to focus on people who are famous.

It is entirely possible that pupils are naturally drawn to people who are famous, but it is still feasible to identify the qualities and behaviours that have made them successful such as hard work, determination or courage.


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Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
In dance, which of the following is an ‘expressive’ skill?
balance
reaction times
Correct answer: focus
Q2.
How can we add emphasis to an action?
Correct answer: exaggerate it
change direction
change level
Q3.
What skills are particularly effective when projecting a sense of character?
physical
Correct answer: expressive
collaborative
Q4.
What is a synonym for ‘personal qualities’?
appearance
Correct answer: attributes
values

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
What choreographic relationship is a ‘Mexican Wave’ an example of?
unison
Correct answer: canon
mirroring
Q2.
What are role models admired for?
their appearance
their money
Correct answer: their behaviour
Q3.
What does complimenting others show?
Correct answer: respect
resilience
rudeness
Q4.
Which of the following is not a positive ‘value’?
determination
kindness
Correct answer: tardiness

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