CRT LEARNING MODULE

Course Code PE02

Course Title RHYTHMIC ACTIVITIES

Units 2

Module Title Nature of Dance

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HOW TO USE THIS DIGITIZED LEARNING MODULE

Welcome to the module in Physical Education. This module contains

training materials and activities for you to complete this module.

The Unit of Competency “Physical Education (RYTHMIC

ACTIVITIES)” covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required as part
of the competencies.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order

to complete each learning outcome of the module. Each of the learning
outcomes is provided with Modules. Follow these activities on your own
and answer the self-check at the end of each learning outcome. You may
remove a blank answer sheet at the end of each module (or get the
answer sheets from the online facilitator) to write the answers for each
self-check. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for
assistance.

This will be the source of Information for you to acquire knowledge and
skill in this particular trade independently and at your own pace, with
minimum supervision of help from your instructor.

 Work through all the information and complete the activities in each
section. Read Modules and complete self-check. Suggested
references are included to supplement the materials provided in this
module.
 Most probably your facilitator will be your supervisor or manager.
Your online facilitator will support and correct you.
 Your facilitator will tell you about the important things you need
consider when you are completing activities and it is important that
you listen and take notes.
 You will be given plenty of opportunity to ask questions and practice
on the job. Make sure you practice new skills during regular work

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 shifts. This way you will improve both your speed and memory and
also your confidence.
 Talk to more experienced classmates and ask for their guidance. You
may join the forum sessions for question and answer at the Facebook
(FB) GroupWhen you are ready, ask your facilitator to watch you
online via Zoom or Google Meet to perform the activities outlined in
this module. In the absence of internet, you may record yourself
using mobile phones to be sent later at the school for checking.
 Ask your facilitator work through the activities: ask for written
feedback on your progress. Your facilitator keeps feedback/pre-
assessment reports for this reason. When you have successfully
completed each element, ask the facilitator to mark on the reports
that you are ready for assessment.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Use this module with care. Do not write anything on this module. Do
not put unnecessary marks on any part of the material.
2. Damaged, or lost modules will be charged at your expense.
3. Upon finishing this module, kindly return with your quizzes, activity
outputs in long plastic envelope (clear) with Name, Grade and Track.
4. Read and comprehend the directions for every lessons, exercises and
other activities.
5. Observe honesty in answering the tests and exercises.
6. Try to finish a given activity before proceeding to the next.
7. Allot 3-5 hours per week per subject to read lessons, answer the
exercises and do assignments and output.

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 Contents of this Learning Module

No. Module Topic Code

Title

3 PHYSICAL - Nature of Module 3.1

EDUCATION Dance

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 MODULE CONTENT

MODULE TITLE : Nature of Dance

MODULE DESCRIPTOR:
This module covers the knowledge and skills of Nature of Dance.

Number of Hours:
2 hours

CHAPTER LEARNING OUTCOMES:

At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
1. Identify why do people dance, and
2. Discuss the nature of different dance

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 MODULE 3.1
Nature of Dance

What is Dance ?

 Movement of body which includes hand, arm and head.

 Movement from one space to another.

Dance is one of the most beautiful forms of art that has grown in leaps
and bounds. Dance is no longer just a hobby; it is also one of the most
lucrative professions as well. Besides, dance therapy is very much in vogue
these days simply because the experience of dancing helps a person to
heal from within. Dance is a form of expression that helps a person bring
forth who they are, and what they're passionate.

The different types of dances and dance styles that are prevalent all
over the world, are an indication of the popularity of this art form. From
the olden days till date, dance has always been performed for social
reasons or even if just something to aesthetically display. The various types
of dances are also considered as an entertaining way to remain fit, with
zumba, and other forms of dance, being incorporated into workout
routines.

WHY DO PEOPLE DANCE???

• It has been used in worship.

• It plays a role in courtship.

• It serves as a form of acquaintance for man

and woman.

• It is an expression of one feelings.

• It is use as whole-body workout.

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Ballroom

- Ballroom dancing is one of the most entertaining and elite styles of

dancing. In the earlier days, ballroom dance was only for the privileged
class of people, the socialites if you must. This style of dancing with a
partner, originated in Germany, but is now a popular act followed in
varied dance styles.

FOLK DANCE – A dance developed by the people on a certain or region.

ETHNIC DANCE – An indigenous dance from a certain race or country.

MODERN DANCE

– was developed in the early 1900s, the time when dancers came out
against the stiffness and restraints of classical ballet. It created its own
techniques, costumes, shoes, and gave more attention to self-expression
and individual creativity rather than technical expertise. It allows dancers
and choreographers to create steps using their moods and emotions
producing a more relaxed dance style.

CONTEMPORARY DANCE

– may include techniques that are found in ballet and modern dance such
as floor work, fall and recovery, improvisation, even incorporating yoga,
pilates, and martial arts together with techniques introduced by such
famous dancers as Graham, Hawkins, Horton, and Cunningham.

CHEER DANCE

- is an organized sports activity involving short routines that combine

dance, gymnastics, and stunt elements to cheer on teams, most
commonly in basketball and football. Performers of these one to three-
minute routines are called "cheerleaders". Cheerleading originated in
Britain and spread to the United States where it remains most common,

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 but has also become popular in other parts of the world, such as
Europe, Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Asia.

Hip Hop dance

- originated from a cultural movement that began in 1970’s New York.

The movement also includes Djing, rapping, and graffiti. The Hip Hop
dance style incorporates locking, popping, breakin, house and more
recently krumping, which are all stand alone individual dance forms in
themselves. Hip Hop dance is very energetic, expressive, improvisational
and social. A direct opposite of traditional dance forms such as Ballet,
Jazz and Tap that were taught in dance studios and establishments.

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