Collaborative Choreography
Students work in groups to collaboratively create and refine a short dance piece, focusing on shared decision-making and integrating individual contributions.
Key Questions
- Explain how effective communication contributes to successful collaborative choreography.
- Evaluate different strategies for integrating diverse movement ideas into a cohesive piece.
- Design a collaborative process for creating a dance that reflects a shared theme.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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