Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Dance: Grades 3, 4, 5

Other Maryland Fine Arts sets

Creating

  • 1.

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.D.1

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Demonstrate the ability to create and perform dance through guided and self- exploration of a variety of stimuli.D.1.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Develop the ability to solve movement problems.D.1.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Demonstrate flexibility by improvising phrases from a variety of criteria.D.1.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Think critically to create phrases from student- identified criteria.D.1.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Collaborate with a partner to improvise movement using shadowing and mirroring.D.1.E:3-5:3

    6. E:3-5:4.

      Demonstrate creative solutions to movement problems by working independently and collaboratively with others.D.1.E:3-5:4

  • 2.

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.D.2

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Use the elements of dance and choreographic forms to create dance and explain its meaning or main idea.D.2.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Modify dance phrases and discuss the reasons and effectiveness of choices.D.2.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Using information from the elements of dance (BEST), innovate through improvisation, a phrase that has meaning.D.2.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Modify dance phrases, and discuss the reasons for the modifications as well as the effectiveness of artistic choices.D.2.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Innovate and act on a dance idea by creating a phrase inspired by the idea. Explain and support choices with clear communication.D.2.E:3-5:3

  • 3.

    Refine and complete artistic work.D.3

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Revise created movement based on feedback from self and others, and justify revision choices.D.3.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Describe various aspects of dance (e.g. patterns, levels, relationships of dancers, spacing).D.3.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Make judgments and decisions in order to select creative material for dance work. Explain the decisions with clear communication.D.3.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Revise created work and support decisions with clear communication.D.3.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Notate dance phrases using given information.D.3.E:3-5:3

    6. E:3-5:4.

      Revise independent or collaborative work using feedback, adapting to change.D.3.E:3-5:4

Presenting

  • 4.

    Analyze, interpret, and select artistic work for presentation.D.4

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Use combinations of body, energy, space and time (BEST) to perform a variety of movements.D.4.I:3-5:1

    2. E:3-5:1.

      Use information from the BEST principles to explore and expand upon technique and vocabulary.D.4.E:3-5:1

    3. E:3-5:2.

      Work independently to incorporate a variety of energies in performed movement.D.4.E:3-5:2

    4. E:3-5:3.

      Work independently to perform movements in a variety of different directions.D.4.E:3-5:3

    5. E:3-5:4.

      Work in small groups cooperatively to perform movements using a variety of spatial relationships.D.4.E:3-5:4

    6. E:3-5:5.

      Work independently and in small groups to vary the rhythm and speed of the same dance phrase.D.4.E:3-5:5

  • 5.

    Develop and refine artistic work for presentation.D.5

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Demonstrate kinesthetic awareness and technical proficiency in dance performance.D.5.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Demonstrate and evaluate personal healthful practices in dance activities and everyday life including nutrition and injury prevention.D.5.I:3-5:2

    3. I:3-5:3.

      Collaborate and work creatively with others to analyze and refine artistic work.D.5.I:3-5:3

    4. I:3-5:4.

      Expand knowledge and execution of performance competencies in dance.D.5.I:3-5:4

    5. E:3-5:1.

      Memorize and perform dance phrases or dance works with technical accuracy.D.5.E:3-5:1

    6. E:3-5:2.

      Recognize movement performed correctly and incorrectly (considering anatomy, alignment, safety).D.5.E:3-5:2

    7. E:3-5:3.

      Develop fundamental knowledge about the value of warm up, nutrition, and preparing the body for dance.D.5.E:3-5:3

    8. E:3-5:4.

      Safely adapt to change in a defined space and perceive spatial relationships to other dancers.D.5.E:3-5:4

  • 6.

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.D.6

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Dance for an audience in a variety of spaces, demonstrating rehearsal and performance etiquette.D.6.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Determine the meaning, purpose or artistic intent of a dance and create production elements that support them.D.6.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Perform dances for an audience with attention to clear communication of stories, poems, songs, and personal ideas.D.6.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Think creatively and analyze artistic work to produce elements that support the work such as props, scenery, programs, posters, costumes, technology, media, etc.D.6.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Interact with an audience in a formal and informal reflection activity.D.6.E:3-5:3

Responding

  • 7.

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.D.7

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Identify, create, and apply criteria to evaluate choreography and performance.D.7.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Describe movement characteristics of multiple genres, cultures, and styles.D.7.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Work independently to observe a performance of dance work; analyze and describe how the elements of dance are used.D.7.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Use information from dance terminology to describe patterns in a dance.D.7.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Apply technology effectively by developing an organizer for recording observed or experienced patterns in a dance.D.7.E:3-5:3

    6. E:3-5:4.

      Using information from BEST principles, identify and describe qualities of movement of various dances.D.7.E:3-5:4

  • 8.

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.D.8

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Identify and define the main/central idea of an observed dance using dance terminology.D.8.I:3-5:1

    2. E:3-5:1.

      Interact effectively with others and discuss possible meanings and choreographic intent of an observed dance.D.8.E:3-5:1

    3. E:3-5:2.

      Analyze a recorded or performed dance in order to discuss movement qualities and structure.D.8.E:3-5:2

    4. E:3-5:3.

      Identify and explain why a moment in a dance had personal meaning or response.D.8.E:3-5:3

    5. E:3-5:4.

      Clearly communicate how a dancer's technique conveys artistic expression and clarity in an observed dance.D.8.E:3-5:4

  • 9.

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.D.9

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Identify, analyze, and apply criteria for making aesthetic judgments in dance.D.9.I:3-5:1

    2. E:3-5:1.

      Make judgments and decisions as to how costume, make-up, sets, lighting, music, etc. make a dance successful. Discuss decisions.D.9.E:3-5:1

    3. E:3-5:2.

      Use information from given criteria to evaluate a dance based on communication or theme, ideas, structure, and intent.D.9.E:3-5:2

    4. E:3-5:3.

      Recognize and describe selected aesthetic principles such as repetition, unity, variety, sequence, proportion, transition, balance, harmony, climax, and contrast, in dance performances.D.9.E:3-5:3

    5. E:3-5:4.

      Think critically and describe how selection of the elements of dance and choreographic forms affects personal performances, improvisations, and choreography.D.9.E:3-5:4

    6. E:3-5:5.

      Engage appropriately as an audience participant in formal and informal settings.D.9.E:3-5:5

Connecting

  • 10.

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.D.10

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Observe or experience a variety of dance performances and describe the feelings and ideas that are evoked by the experience.D.10.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Access and use research information as impetus for creating meaningful dance.D.10.I:3-5:2

    3. E:3-5:1.

      Observe a dance and discuss how feelings and ideas relate to your personal experience.D.10.E:3-5:1

    4. E:3-5:2.

      Think creatively to develop individual dance studies that integrate the elements of dance, choreographic forms, and aesthetic principles to communicate ideas, thoughts, and feelings.D.10.E:3-5:2

    5. E:3-5:3.

      Use information from research in other disciplines as inspiration to create dance that has meaning.D.10.E:3-5:3

    6. E:3-5:4.

      Identify and communicate reasons to create dance outside of school.D.10.E:3-5:4

  • 11.

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.D.11

    1. I:3-5:1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of the contexts of dances from a variety of cultures, societies, and history.D.11.I:3-5:1

    2. I:3-5:2.

      Relate dance to society and history.D.11.I:3-5:2

    3. I:3-5:3.

      Describe the relationships of dance to music, theatre, the visual arts, media arts and other disciplines.D.11.I:3-5:3

    4. E:3-5:1.

      Work independently and collaboratively to experience different social, historical, and cultural forms of dance, making a personal connection.D.11.E:3-5:1

    5. E:3-5:2.

      Apply dance literacy through performing a variety of forms and styles of dance.D.11.E:3-5:2

    6. E:3-5:3.

      Work collaboratively with others to perform and explain the meaning of dances from cultures related to general classroom studies.D.11.E:3-5:3

    7. E:3-5:4.

      Analyze and infer how dance is used to inform or change beliefs, values, and/or behaviors of an individual or society.D.11.E:3-5:4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3, Grade 4, and Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2019
Where can I read the official document?
Maryland Dance Education Framework

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