A comprehensive package of educational resources 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.
What’s Included?
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. It is available in two versions, one for primary education (years F-6) and one for secondary (years 7-10). Each 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
- 12 month Ausdance VIC membership
Primary (F-6)
Aligned to the Australian curriculum for Primary Classes (F-6)
Available for purchase as a PDF for $110 plus GST ($121 including 10% GST)
Secondary
Aligned to the Australian curriculum for Secondary Classes (7-10)
Available for purchase as a PDF for $110 plus GST ($121 including 10% GST)
Please email victoria@ausdance.org.au to request an invoice/purchase order for the Primary or Secondary Big Dance education resources.