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=**Unit 3**= =**What is the historical background of dance and the international language that codifies positions, steps and movements of ballet?**=


 * Key Concepts of Study for this Unit**
 * Learn a brief history of different dance forms.

//Please note that in dance class, physical warmups and the refinement of technique, positions, steps and choreography are done daily and will be built upon in increasing difficulty as the class progresses.//

Students will be asked to prepare an oral report on the historical background of one dance style, such as ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, modern, musical theater by using the internet, books and other sources to support their report.
 * HISTORICAL PROJECT**

Student Project 1: Students will be assessed on their work by their instructor and will be introduced and expected to constantly assess themselves. a. Physical assessment b. Visual assessment c. Constant Self Assessment
 * Students will work on ballet technique through a series of exercises at the barre that will strengthen and improve their technique.

Student Project 2 Students will present an oral report using multimedia, notes, art, etc Students will be assessed on the following attributes within their presentation:

HOME WORK-Read and review this unit and become familiar with the next unit.
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