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STORYTELLING THROUGH MOVEMENT-Dance 100! Challenge 
STORYTELLING THROUGH MOVEMENT RUBRIC
Small group presentation telling an original story through movement, set to piece of music of student's choice.
Rubric Code: U247A9B
By Lparks23
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Subject: Dance  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric DANCE PERFORMANCE
  LEVEL 1

(N/A)

LEVEL 2

(N/A)

LEVEL 3

(N/A)

LEVEL 4

(N/A)

Knowledge of choreography

(Knowledge/
Understanding)
LEVEL 1

Demonstrates some knowledge of choreography, but unsure of some movements. Sometimes hesitates/ watches others and makes several errors
LEVEL 2

Demonstrates knowledge of choreography. Keeps up with group. Some errors.
LEVEL 3

Demonstrates good knowledge of choreography. Keeps up with group. Few errors, however it does not interfere with performance.
LEVEL 4

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the choreography.<BR>
and does it well.
Creative Storytelling

(Thinking/Inquiry)
LEVEL 1

Music and movements do not go together.
Story shows little creativity.
Story is unclear to audience.
LEVEL 2

Music and movements may seems disjointed and/or be inappropriate for the audience.
Some creativity, but story may be predictable.
Story is somewhat clear to audience.
LEVEL 3

Music and movements clearly and creatively depict an appropriate, original storyline.
LEVEL 4

Student has written a highly original story by selecting music and movement that align with the theme and are appropriate. Audience is highly engaged and meaning/interpretation is very clear.
Performance Skills

(Communication)
LEVEL 1

The performer is generally focused, but only some attempt made to communicate with others on stage or audience.
LEVEL 2

The performer communicates with other dancers and audience through eye contact and facial and body expression.
LEVEL 3

The performer communicates with other dancers and audience through eye contact and facial and body expression. Is able to engage the audience.
LEVEL 4

The performer creates a believable character on stage and is able to engage the audience completely through their performance.
Rhythm/Tempo

(Application)
LEVEL 1

Shows a basic understanding of tempo and beat, but falls behind and/or speeds up in places or makes errors in rhythm.
LEVEL 2

Generally accurate in beat, tempo, rhythms of dance sequences most of the time.
LEVEL 3

Accurate in beat, tempo, rhythms of dance sequences throughout the dance.
LEVEL 4

Shows a complete understanding of tempo and beat and stays on rhythm throughout the dance.
Participation

LEVEL 1

Showed no involvement in the planning and rehearsal of the dance.
LEVEL 2

Showed little involvement in the preparation and rehearsal of the dance. Student somewhat followed what they were told by others.
LEVEL 3

Showed involvement in the preparation and rehearsal of the dance but had little personal input, simply following the direction of others.
LEVEL 4

Showed active involvement in the preparation and rehearsal of the dance. Student shared responsibilities and collaborated with high effectiveness.




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