LEVEL 0
Emerging Understanding
Rhythm/Tempo
Ability to stay in time with the
dance, and the music to an extent.
Knowledge
movement/choreography
Ability to execute the movements.
Correct placement of hands, feet,
legs.
Execution of Steps
Ability to execute the required
dance moves.
Shows Energy/Focus
Focused and intent on performing
for the entirety of the dance and
connecting with the music instead of
going through the motion.
Level and Space
Ability to utilize the space.
Overall Performance
Did the performance demonstrate
effort and preparation?
LEVEL 1
Sufficient Base
1 pts
The individual/pair/group attempts to keep a
rhythm, but gets off beat and speeds up or
falls behind often. Steps are not in rhythm at
all.
Not Yet: Posture was lacking, hands were not
placed in the right spots, and steps were off.
Student almost never executes steps
correctly; gets confused easily.
Executes 2 or fewer steps successfully.
Individual/Pair/group is not serious. Looking
around showing little interest in performing.
Uses little of the space possible.
Dance looked as though the
Individual/Pair/group did not utilize rehearsal
time during class. Not in sync at all.
LEVEL 2
Headed for Mastery
2 pts
The individual/pair/group shows a basic
understanding of tempo and beat, but on
occasion falls behind and/or speeds up in
places or makes errors in rhythm.
Almost: Posture was pretty good, positioning
was fairly accurate, and the steps were
pretty close.
Student mostly correctly executes steps
correctly. Students can easily recover if
there is a misstep. Can get confused with a
few moves.
Executes 3 - 5 steps successfully.
Some energy and focus is shown throughout
the performance.
Uses one or two pathways and patterns in
their dance.
Dance looked like the Individual/Pair/group
utilized some of rehearsal time in class. Not
quite together.
3 pts
The individual/pair/group is extremely
accurate in showing basic understanding of
tempo and beat. Never falters on their steps.
Yes! Demonstrates excellent knowledge of
the choreography with accuracy. The student
is extremely prepared and knows the routine.
Student executes all steps.
Executes 5 - all steps successfully.
Individual/Pair/group demonstrates high level
of energy and focus throughout the
performance.
Uses various pathways in their dance
movements. Incorporates well-defined
patterns in their dance composition.
Dance looked as though the
individual/Pair/group fully utilized rehearsal
time. Solid performance.