1. Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching Unit 3 Dance Teaching

2. Terminology explained The learner – this is the candidate who is taking the qualification in dance teaching The trainer – this is the person who is training/mentoring the learner The students – these are the members of the class the learner is teaching. They can be children, teenagers or adults.

3. Overview of Unit 3 Focus on dance teaching practice Examination observing the learner teaching a class Supported by written evidence: – 10 teaching logs – Lesson planning – Evidence of Continuous Professional Development activities

4. Unit 3 written information Teaching “logs” – Ask a series of questions – Learner writes brief responses – 3 logs signed off by the learner’s trainer Lesson planning – Can be in a format appropriate for learner – Needs to show progression by the students Continuous Professional Development evidence – Attendance at IDTA conferences, area meetings etc – Attending training courses e.g. First Aid

5. Unit 3 - examination Examination lasts around 30 minutes 20 minutes teaching a group of students – Class management – Use of content and music – Communication skills 10 minutes discussion with the examiner – How the session went – Areas for improvement – Reflection and Continuous Professional Development

6. Exam requirements Learner conducts class with 2-4 students Examination lasts 30 minutes Theatre – Mixed ability under 14s at Grade 2 or above – Non-syllabus class Ballroom and Freestyle – 12 years or above – At same standard – Simple short amalgamation from Associate syllabus

7. Unit 3 report forms Two report forms – Written evidence report form covers: Teaching logs Lesson planning Continuous Professional Development – Examination report form covers: Teaching practice Discussion with learner