Big Dance commissions acclaimed choreographers to create works that can be learnt by anyone in the world, through online tutorials and community workshops. Big Dance engages thousands of people with one unifying choreographic piece, performed in some of the most iconic places in the world.
BIG DANCE EDUCATION RESOURCES NOW AVAILABLE
Big Dance Education Resource is a comprehensive package that offers dancers access to a unique insight into Contemporary Aboriginal dance and culture. Developed by Ausdance VIC/NSW, the education resources build on the themes, stories and issues that lay within the choreography of Big Dance [BIG HEART STORY], choreographed by renowned choreographers Frances Rings and Craig Bary.
The Big Dance educational resources include general advice, teaching tips, unit and lesson plans, and links to resources for each band across the Australian Curriculum.
Big Dance Education Resources for Primary and Secondary students are available for purchase from the Ausdance VIC website.
PRIMARY (F-6)
Aligned to the Australian curriculum for Primary Classes (F-6)
Contains general advice, teaching tips, unit and lesson plans, and links to resources for each band across the Australian Curriculum. Each resource includes:
Introduction
A detailed unit plan aligned to the Australian Curriculum for each band level
10 lesson plans per unit
Teacher advice including tips on inclusion and access, safe spaces, warming up and down, working to the strengths of your students and protocols for Indigenous dance
Available for purchase as PDF download for $110 plus GST
Alternatively, email victoria@ausdance.org.au and ask for a Big Dance invoice.
SECONDARY
Aligned to the Australian curriculum for Secondary Classes (7-10)
Contains general advice, teaching tips, unit and lesson plans, and links to resources for each band across the Australian Curriculum. Each resource includes:
Introduction
A detailed unit plan aligned to the Australian Curriculum for each band level
10 lesson plans per unit
Teacher advice including tips on inclusion and access, safe spaces, warming up and down, working to the strengths of your students and protocols for Indigenous dance
Available for purchase as PDF for $110 plus GST
Alternatively, email victoria@ausdance.org.au and ask for a Big Dance invoice.