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K–12 Standards

Dance: Grades 7-8

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Creating

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.7-8.D.Cr.01

    1. a

      Create movement ideas that combine multiple varied artistic elements (e.g., explores how level and shapes interact with space and force).7-8.D.Cr.01.a

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.7-8.D.Cr.02

    1. a

      Use the basics of one type of dance notation to document an original movement idea (e.g., Laban and Benesh).7-8.D.Cr.02.a

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work.7-8.D.Cr.03

    1. a

      Apply strategies to overcome creative blocks.7-8.D.Cr.03.a

  • 4

    Select, analyze and interpret artistic work for presentation.7-8.D.Cr.04

    1. a

      Envision and describe a character's inner thoughts and objectives in a dance work.7-8.D.Cr.04.a

  • 5

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.7-8.D.Cr.05

    1. a

      Demonstrate more complex technical dance skills (e.g. utilize weight shift and balance to support elevations and landing with partners).7-8.D.Cr.05.a

  • 6

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.7-8.D.Cr.06

    1. a

      Match a dance performance with expressed intent (e.g., wanting the audience to identify with an emotion).7-8.D.Cr.06.a

Responding

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.7-8.D.R.07

    1. a

      Analyze how cultures are reflected in a diverse range of dance works.7-8.D.R.07.a

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.7-8.D.R.08

    1. a

      Explain how a dance is connected to the particular cultural, historical context where and when it was created.7-8.D.R.08.a

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.7-8.D.R.09

    1. a

      Develop criteria for evaluating a dance work (e.g., students create criteria for a performance that is juried by students).7-8.D.R.09.a

Connecting

  • 10

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.7-8.D.Co.10

    1. a

      Describe and demonstrate influences of their personal dance style and preferences.7-8.D.Co.10.a

  • 11

    Relate artistic ideas and works to societal, cultural and historical contexts to deepen understanding.7-8.D.Co.11

    1. a

      Identify dance ideas from different cultures connected to different historical populations.7-8.D.Co.11.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7 and Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
Massachusetts Arts Standards

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