This is a counter assignment; meaning that you will use the timestamp on the video to capture different aspects of the dances within the three elements of dance. You will need to select (10) different moments from your time, space, and energy vocabulary to describe the observation in the video "Good Intent," choreographed by Nadav Zelner. \\

The Elements of Dance are the foundational concepts and vocabulary that help students develop movement skills and understand dance as an artistic practice. 

The acronym BASTE helps students remember the elements: 

      Body    

      Action    

      Space     

      Time    

      Energy

This framework is a way to discuss any kind of movement. While different dance styles call for specialized skills and stylization choices, the underlying elements of dance  are visible in all dance experiences. 

How to use this web site: 

Teachers and Teaching Artists are welcome to use this online resource in their classes. You'll find downloadable tools, assignments and discussion prompts throughout the pages. Short video excerpts of work by Minnesota choreographers and dancers are featured in this site, but feel free to use different videos with the tools and framework of this site.  This web site is also a resource for flipped instruction. 

... and if you have suggestions or want to tell us how you're using it, please contact us! 

Students may also use this web site as an independent study as they watch the video clips and download assignments and analysis tools for each element.