Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Dance: Grade 6

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Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.

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    Relate similar or contrasting ideas to develop choreography using a variety of stimuli.DA.1.CR1.6.1

Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

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    In a group, use different dance structures and movement concepts to vary a dance combination.DA.2.CR2.6.1

Refine and complete artistic work.

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    Revise dance compositions using collaboratively developed artistic criteria.DA.3.CR3.6.1

Select, analyze and interpret artistic work for presentation.

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    Accurately use accented and unaccented beats in different meters.DA.4.CR4.6.1

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    Vary muscular tension to represent different emotions and meanings as it applies to one or more dance styles.DA.4.CR4.6.2

Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

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    Recall and demonstrate varied dance sequences with an emphasis on spatial awareness within partner and group formations in one or more dance styles.DA.5.PR1.6.1

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    Demonstrate understanding of basic anatomy, kinesthetic awareness, and movement mechanics to develop technical dance skills and promote safe and healthful practices.DA.5.PR1.6.2

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    Discuss elements of nutrition and healthy body image.DA.5.PR1.6.3

Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.

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    Compare and contrast a variety of possible production elements that would heighten the artistic intent of a dance.DA.6.PR2.6.1

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    Select choices and explain reasons for the decisions made.DA.6.PR2.6.2

Perceive and analyze artistic work. Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.

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    Explain how the artistic intent of a dance is achieved through the elements of dance, dance structure, and context.DA.7-8.RE1-2.6.1

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    Explain how these communicate the intent of the dance using genre specific dance terminology (e.g., plié, chassé, pathways).DA.7-8.RE1-2.6.2

Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.

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    Compare and contrast how the elements of dance are used differently in a variety of dance genres and how the elements contribute to meaning of dances.DA.9.RE3.6.1

Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.

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    Observe movement characteristics observed in a specific dance genre.DA.10.CO1.6.1

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    Describe differences and similarities about what was observed to one's own movement preferences.DA.10.CO1.6.2

Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.

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    Relate the basic elements from different art forms with dance elements (e.g., body, relationships, space, time, force).DA.11.CO2.6.1

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    Create dance movement that integrates elements from different art forms.DA.11.CO2.6.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
Oregon Arts Content Standards: Dance

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