Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

This unit, timetabled across two semesters of study will allow you to engage in the experience of creation, from the inception and development of an idea, through to the completion of a choreographic work. In this unit you will develop the compositional theories and skills introduced in KDB107 - Choreographic Studies 1 to gain better control of the choreographic process in the art form of dance. This in turn will create a secure knowledge base from which you can adapt your skills to whichever area of the industry you choose to enter. You will be exposed to strategies and concepts from a range of art disciplines, in order for you to gain a broader perspective on, and a deeper insight into potential processes and contexts of choreographic work and their application to the Creative Industries.

This is a two-component year-long unit (semester 1 and 2). In order to pass KDB207 you must complete both components of the unit.

Aims

The unit aims to develop your ability to construct within, articulate and analyse the creative process in the making of an art work in the discipline of dance. Alongside this, essential life long learning skills are improved. These include reflective thought, creative problem solving and the intelligent application of skills which are instilled into your choreographic workshops and assessment. The understanding and utilisation of these aims is vital to the ongoing development of the dance maker within the Creative Industries.

Objectives

On completion of this unit you should be able to:
1. display skills in manipulating the elements and exploring a range of choreographic practice in order to serve a choreographic intention;
2. make work which reflects development of a personal movement vocabulary and utilisation of form in order to communicate an intention;
3. respect the human body as a medium of expression employing safe dance practice throughout the making process;
4. recognise, analyse and reflect upon the elements employed in your own work and performance works in broader, professional contexts in both written and verbal contexts;
5. sustain a self-directed line of inquiry in relation to key assessment tasks, demonstrating time management and leadership skills, research investigation and project planning.

Content

This unit involves a range of improvisational and set tasks within classroom workshops dealing with the elements of creative practice. It will focus on making a range of work from that which deals with the solo body as performer and creator to larger group work scenarios. You will explore work with specific emphasis on choreographic intention and movement manipulation, developing choreographic devices and strategies that will enrich your abilities and understanding within the dance making process. It also intends to give you an understanding of potential contexts of choreographic work. You will also encounter dance and other art forms through viewing works in live and screen based contexts. Your own creative concerns and the work of others will form the basis for debate, discussion and reflective analysis.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Class work will occur in the format of workshops, seminars, lectures, video sessions, open discussion time, field studies and attendance at live performances.

A reflective journal as well as digital documentation of your creative work is encouraged. Through this unit you will have access to digital video equipment. Details of how to book equipment may be found on the QUT Blackboard site for this unit.

Assessment

LATE ASSIGNMENTS
An assignment submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked. If you are unable to complete your assignment on time, you should submit on time whatever work you have done.

Faculty Assessment Information
To access the Creative Industries Faculty Assessment Information please refer to the Blackboard site for this unit.FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit during tutorials and discussions throughout the semester. Weight: 0%

Assessment name: Demonstration
Description: (Formative and Summative) A monitoring and assessment of your progress during the semester. (10% Semester 1 and 10% Semester 2).
Relates to objectives: 1-5
Weight: 20%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Throughout Semester

Assessment name: Demonstration
Description: (Summative) There are 2 components to the 50% weighting; Component 1 you will choreograph and perform a solo piece in Semester 1, and Component 2 you will choreograph and perform a group work in Semester 2. (20% Component 1 and 30% Component 2). Length: Component 1 (approx 5 min) and Component 2 (approx 7 min). Approximate Due Dates are mid to end of semester 1 & and mid to end of semester 2.
Relates to objectives: 1-5
Weight: 50%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Mid to End Semester

Assessment name: Essay
Description: (Summative) A reflective and analytical written assignment relating to choreography as observed through attendance at four live professional performances with formal dance content. Length: 1 x 1500 words. Approximate due date is at the end of semester 2.
Relates to objectives: 4 & 5
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End of Semester 2

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

There are no set texts for this unit however, you are required to purchase your own tickets for performances viewed in relation to Assessment Item 3 of this unit.

Recommended References

Albright, A. C. 1997 Choreographing Difference: the body and identity in contemporary dance. Hanover: Wesleyan University Press.

Anderson, J. 1997 Art without Boundaries: the world of modern dance. Iowa City: University of Iowa Press.

Blom, L. and L. Chaplin. !989. The Intimate Act Of Choreography. London: Dance Books.

Connor, S. 1997 Postmodernist Culture: an introduction to theories of the contemporary. Oxford: Blackwell.

Foster, S.L. 1986 Reading Dancing: bodies and subjects in contemporary american dance. Los Angeles: University of California Press.

Hayes, E. 1993 Dance Composition and Production. Pennington: Princeton

McDonagh, D. 1990 The Rise and Fall and Rise of Modern Dance. New Jersey: A Cappella books.

Preston-Dunlop V. 1998 Looking at Dances; a choreological perspective on choreography. Great Britain: Verve

Robertson, A. and Hutera, D. 1988 The Dance Handbook. UK: Longman.

Thomas, H. 1995 Dance, Modernity and Culture. London: Routledge.

Risk assessment statement

The study in this unit involves physical training in purpose-built dance studios. Full physical participation in any class / workshop / rehearsal is subject to compliance with safe dance practice. Physical challenges are an inherent part of dance training. The development of essential risk-management skills that minimise potential injury is a high priority with all lecturing staff. All students are taught safe dance principles as life-long learning skills and it is expected that they apply them in this unit. Due to the athletic nature of dance training, the dance discipline provides the necessary duty of care in emergency situations through its first-aid and health and safety officers at all venues in which you are required to participate in this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 27-Sep-2012