19 February 2025 09:00am-3:30pm
CPD Syllabus Strategies: Focus on Grades 1-3 (Sydney)
CPD Syllabus Strategies: Focus on Grades 1-3 (Sydney)
A one-day practical course in which participating teachers will gain an understanding of how to teach the Grade 1-3 syllabi. Learning activities will focus on creating appropriate development exercises to encourage an accurate interpretation of the criteria used in the mark scheme of the examination.
The aims of this workshop are to:
- Look in depth at the philosophy of the work
- Offer a chance to improve understanding of specific areas within the syllabus, particularly in regard to technical, musical and performance aspects of the work, as identified by examiners during examinations.
- Reflect on the relevance and interpretation of the assessment criteria in selected exercises and dances
- Provide a platform to discuss, explore and develop strategies to strengthen areas of the work
- Support the creation of development exercises for Grades 1-3 students by defining the requisite skills and knowledge to do so
- Attendees at the course will be better able to understand the ‘how’ of teaching the syllabus, increase knowledge of the assessment criteria and gain insight into how the candidates are generally coping in the examinations
On completion of this workshop, participants will:
- Be able to demonstrate, physically and/or through explanation, an understanding of the technique/s at each level
- Be able to discuss the relevance and interpretation of the assessment criteria in selected exercises and dances
- Have knowledge and understanding of approaches to help their learners develop the necessary strength and understanding to achieve the requirements of the assessment criteria in the examination
Venue:
The Royal Academy of Dance, 20 Farrell Avenue, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Format:
In-person practical workshop
Tutor:
Christine Atkinson RAD RTS
Fees:
| Member type | Fee |
| RAD Member | $240 |
| RAD FoE Student | $120 |
| Non-RAD Member | $360 |
For more information contact:
Anna Mealing
CPD Coordinator
E: amealing@rad.org.au
CPD hours
8 time-valued
Recommended preparation
- Knowledge of the exercises and dances of the RAD Grades 1-3 syllabi
Required resources
- Suitable clothing to take part in the practical elements
- Relevant props related to each of the dances
Key Information
| Time | Fee | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00am-3:30pm | $120- $360 See TryBooking for details | 28 January 2025 5:00pm |
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Meet the Faculty
Christine Atkinson
Christine started her dance career at a local dance school in Cardiff, U.K. at the age of 2½. At the age of 10 she joined The Welsh National Ballet School, then run by the late Joyce Marriot (Espinosa School). At the age of 16 Christine became a full-time student of The Rambert School of Ballet, Mercury Theatre, London under the guidance of Dame Marie Rambert. On completing her training Christine went on to dance professionally and then to teach for The Welsh Arts Council and Ogwr Borough Council, was voted onto The Executive Committee of The Dance Council for Wales and The Royal Academy of Dancing’s South Wales Committee, U.K. Christine was privileged to be coached by Mrs. Peggy Olden A.R.A.D. and completed both the R.A.D. Teaching Diploma and Teaching Certificate with Distinction and is a full member and Registered teacher with the R.A.D. as well as being an Examiner and Freelance Faculty Tutor for the Royal Academy of Dance