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Module Study GuideAcademic Year 2019–2020

Jazz Intermediate

Level: 5

Credits: 20

Academic Partner: Creative Academy

Table of contents

Key team contact details....................................................................................................21 Module overview...............................................................................................................2

1.1 Introduction, aims and summary of content.........................................................21.2 Learning outcomes to be assessed.......................................................................21.3 Scheduled contact hours........................................................................................2

2 Assessment and feedback................................................................................................2

2.1 Summative assessment grid...................................................................................22.2 Assessment brief including criteria mapped to learning outcomes...................22.3 Learning materials...................................................................................................2

3 Things you need to know..................................................................................................2

3.1 Attendance................................................................................................................23.2 If things don’t go to plan.........................................................................................23.3 Getting support for your studies............................................................................23.4 Student support.......................................................................................................23.5 Module evaluation – have your say!.......................................................................2

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Key team contact details

Module Leader David Allwood

Subject Area & School/College Creative Academy

Email [email protected]

Phone 01753 875 400

Location Creative Academy

Module Tutor David Allwood & Alex Murray


Phone 01753 875 400


Course Administrator Cassia Rudge


Phone 01753 875 400


Subject Librarian The Curve


Phone 01753 875 400

Location The Curve & Creative Academy

The Course Leader overseeing this module is George Kirkham, and can be contacted at [email protected]

The Head of Subject overseeing this module is Gavin Baker, and can be contacted at [email protected]

The Head of School responsible for this module is Professor Nicholas McKay, and can be contacted at [email protected]

The External Examiner responsible for this module is Jane White

The Academic Partner Link-Tutor responsible for this module is Emma Evans and can be contacted at [email protected]


mailto:[email protected]


1 Module overview

1.1 Introduction, aims and summary of contentThe focus is for students to gain a clear physical understanding of the technique and the vocabulary of movement in various jazz styles including Theatre Jazz, Commercial Jazz, Latin and social dances. Students will participate in regular technique classes and workshops underpinned with academic lectures exploring the history of jazz dance, dance practitioners and the philosophies and inspirations behind their work.

Students will participate in physical technique classes with one primary tutor to gain a physical understanding and experience the devices and methods used in jazz dance. Students will gain an understanding and experience of the technique and vocabulary of movement in various jazz styles.

Exploring the principles; dance techniques and choreography of selected jazz dance practitioners, students will be encouraged to assess the cultural context that shaped their vision. Through experimentation with various techniques students will make effective use of a range of appropriate genres of movement in their own creative work.

The aims of the module are to:

Further students understanding of the techniques and vocabulary of a range of jazz techniques, theories and performance styles.

Ensure all students can demonstrate physically the techniques and vocabulary of movement within jazz dance styles in both performance and choreography.

Enable students to understand evolution of jazz dance style from a socio-economical stand point

Enable students to identify and replicate specific stylistic qualities attributed to the works of certain jazz practitioners

1.2 Learning outcomes to be assessedAll students will be able to:

LO1: Identify and physically replicate specific jazz styles and techniques in performance.

LO2: Explain the socio-economical influences on the evolution of jazz as a dance form.

LO3: Explain the affect jazz dance practitioners have had on the development of the style through to modern day.

LO4: Evaluate and explain the need for Jazz in the dance industry professionally.

LO5: Demonstrate and utilise jazz dance techniques and styles in own choreography.


1.3 Scheduled contact hours

Teaching Contact Hours 42 hours

Independent Study Hours 158 hours

Total Learning Hours 200 hours


2 Assessment and feedback

2.1 Summative assessment grid

Type of Assessment

Word Count or

equivalent

Threshold

(if Professional Body-PSRB

applies)

Weighting Pass Mark

Submission due-date &

time

Method of Submission & Date of Feedback

Practical (Ongoing Continual Assessme

nt)

ongoing 30% 40 Week 13 30%

Practical (Exam)

2 hours 70% 40 Week 13 70%

2.2 Assessment brief including criteria mapped to learning outcomes

Teaching will be delivered through weekly lectures, practical workshops and considerable use will be made of recorded resources. These will be supported by group seminars in which students will discuss specific issues relating to each topic. Handouts will be provided in some of the lectures and there will be background research to do some weeks. Students will be expected to undertake significant independent study to complete assignments, requiring them to familiarise themselves both with the LRC resources and additional Creative Academy resources.

The internet will be a useful source of information for students when they come to completing assignments. However, information found online must be handles with extreme caution; there is no evidence to demonstrate how valid or accurate it may be.

Teaching will be delivered through weekly lectures, practical workshops and considerable use will be made of recorded resources. These will be supported by group seminars in which students will discuss specific issues relating to each topic. Handouts will be provided in some of the lectures and there will be background research to do some weeks. Students will be expected to undertake significant independent study to complete assignments, requiring them to familiarise themselves both with the LRC resources and additional Creative Academy resources.


The internet will be a useful source of information for students when they come to completing assignments. However, information found online must be handles with extreme caution; there is no evidence to demonstrate how valid or accurate it may be.

Learning Activities:

The approach taken to acquisition of knowledge and understanding will make use of a blended learning approach. The range of teaching and learning methods on this course will include:

. Tutor input during classroom sessions i.e. lectures and practical workshops with one primary tutor and visiting practitioners. The module will provide students with the opportunity to analyse selected film material and pictorial imagery underpinned with practical demonstrations and replication. Students will be provided with selected reading and individual library based/internet research.

. Self directed learning through work-place learning and independent research.

. Student input in seminars and lectures.

. Student group and individual presentations, practical demonstrations and guided teaching.

Assessment Methods:

A variety of assessment methods will be used, however the primary vehicle for assessment will be ongoing tutor observation, presentation, essay, blogs, exam and performance. Students will be required to work to deadlines both within teams and independently. The work will be assessed using a variety of methods including:

. Tutor marking and observation.

. Double marking and external verification.

Assessment 1- Continual Technical Assessment

LO1,2,3,4,5,6,7

Criteria:

At the start of the semester students will be given an overview of the requirements of jazz dance and replication of technique and choreography. The student’s movement and technique should demonstrate an understanding of appropriate commercial genre/style characteristics. Through the course, students will be taught set pieces of choreography and the techniques relevant to jazz dance, response to this learning process will be assessed throughout. Students must arrive to the class ready to work with time keeping being a very important element of this assessment.

Students will be marked against trueness of replication of technique and choreography. The students movement and physical replication should demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate genre/style characteristics associated with jazz dance technique and set choreography. Students will be assessed on attendance, time keeping and participation in physical workshops on an ongoing basis.

Marking Scheme:

(91-100) The work excels in all of the following: technical ability (in a variety of jazz techniques) criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); intelligence. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. The student


displays a professional attitude and 100% attendance to all lectures and workshops.

(80 – 89) The work excels in most of the following: technical ability (in a variety of Jazz Techniques); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); intelligence. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. The student displays a professional attitude and 100% attendance to all lectures and workshops.

(70-79) The work excels in three or more of the following: technical ability (in a variety of Jazz techniques); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); intelligence. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. The student displays a professional attitude and 100% attendance to all lectures and workshops.

(60-69) The work displays one or more of the following properties: technical ability (in a variety of Jazz techniques); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); intelligence. The right technical demands are met, with a good sense of interpretation. The student displays a professional attitude and 90% attendance of all lectures and workshops.

(50-59) The work shows some evidence of involvement and a little independence of thought from a range of sources. It is largely technically correct, pertinent and coherent, if not very well performed or interpreted. 90% attendance of all lectures and workshops.

(40-49) The work shows no independence of thought or technical development and performance, and no signs of any involvement. It might be poorly performed with a certain amount of redundancy, but it must be at least partially pertinent and coherent. Less than 90% attendance of all lectures and workshops.

Fail (20-39) The assignment fails when it is at least three of the following: very badly performed; no understanding physically of Jazz techniques demonstrated; the performer is heavily redundant; incoherent; irrelevant; lacking energy and student demonstrates an unprofessional attitude.

Fail (0-18) The work/replication fails (badly) when it is all, or all but one, of the following: very badly ordered; heavily redundant; technically incoherent; no understanding of Jazz dance techniques; irrelevant; lacking in energy and student demonstrates an unprofessional attitude, and/or timekeeping is constantly bad

Assessment 2- Exam

LO1,2,3,4,5,7

Criteria:

At the start of the semester students will be given set technical exercises, this will be developed session by session with constructive criticism. The students movement and physical understanding should demonstrate an understanding of appropriate genre/style characteristics. Through the course students will be taught set pieces of choreography and the relevant techniques to be performed on the final day of the module. Students must arrive to the exam ready to perform as time keeping is an important element of this assessment.


Students will be marked against trueness of replication of technique and choreography. The student’s movement and physical replication should demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate genre/style characteristics associated with jazz dance technique and the set choreography. Students will be assessed on their performance, artistry and adaptability within specific styles, creativity with the self choreographed solo and technically throughout.

(91-100) The work excels in all of the following: technical ability (in a variety of jazz dance styles; specifically Street); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); originality. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. 100% attendance and a professional attitude demonstrated throughout the semester.

(80 – 89) The work excels in most of the following: technical ability (in a variety of jazz dance styles; specifically Street); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); originality. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. 100% attendance and a professional attitude demonstrated throughout the semester.

(70-79) The work excels in three or more of the following: technical ability (in a variety of jazz dance styles; specifically Street); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); originality. It is pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. 100% attendance and a professional attitude demonstrated throughout the semester.

(60-69) The work displays one or more of the following properties: technical ability (in a variety of jazz dance styles; specifically Street); criticality; rehearsal; thoroughness; performance; perspicacity; synthesis (of a broad range of sources or objects of study); originality. The right technical demands are met, pertinent, correct and well performed, with a good sense of continuity and a coherent overall structure. 90% attendance and a professional attitude demonstrated throughout the semester.

(50-59) The work shows some evidence of involvement and a little independence of thought from a range of sources. It is largely technically correct, pertinent and coherent, if not technically adept. 90% attendance demonstrated.

(40-49) The work shows no independence of thought from its (perhaps very limited) technical development and performance, and no signs of any involvement. It might be poorly performed with a certain amount of redundancy, but it must be close to the right length, at least partially pertinent and coherent. Less than 90% attendance demonstrated.

Fail (20-39) The assignment fails when it is at least three of the following: very badly performed; no understanding is demonstrated physically of commercial techniques; the performer is heavily redundant; incoherent; irrelevant; lacking energy and student demonstrates an unprofessional attitude throughout the semester.


Fail (0-19) The work/replication fails (badly) when it is all, or all but one, of the following: very badly ordered; heavily redundant; technically incoherent; no understanding of commercial dance techniques; irrelevant; lacking in energy and student demonstrates an unprofessional attitude, and/or timekeeping is constantly bad throughout the semester.

For guidance on online submission of assignments, including how to submit and how to access online feedback, please refer to the UWL Blackboard student-help pages at:

http://www.uwl.ac.uk/blackboardhelp

2.3 Learning materialsThe reading list for this module is available on Blackboard in the module area or by searching https://uwl.rl.talis.com/index.html. This shows real-time availability of books in the library and provides direct links to online resources, recommended by your lecturer.

Remember to log into Blackboard daily to receive all the latest news and support available at your module sites!

Subject guides (https://www.uwl.ac.uk/library/finding-and-using-information/subject-guides-libguides) are also available to help you find relevant information for assignments, with contact details of the Academic Support Librarian for your School.

Please ensure you log into the student area of the Creative Academy website www.creativeacademy.org if you require log in please email [email protected]



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3 Things you need to know

3.1 AttendanceAttendance is crucial for your success as a student. Over the years, it has become clear that there is a very clear link between students’ attendance levels and their module marks, so please make sure you give yourself the best possible chances for success through attending your classes, seminars and tutorials. You are expected to attend all forms of learning activity associated with your course of study regularly, and to engage in your course as required by the University’s Attendance and Engagement Monitoring Policy. Attendance is monitored by tutors.

All students should refer to the Creative Academy learning contract and the published Attendance and Engagement Monitoring Policy – https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/policies-procedures-and-regulations – and if your course is accredited by a professional body, also to specific course requirements.

3.2 If things don’t go to planThe University recognises that there are times when you may encounter difficulties during your course of study and provisions are made to help you. In all cases, you should speak to your Personal Tutor/Module Leader and seek advice as soon as possible.

If you think you need a little more time past the original deadline, you can approach your Module Leader for a 10-day extension initially.

If an extension is not sufficient and your circumstances have prevented you from submitting on time then you may for instance be able to apply for mitigation. You are encouraged to seek advice from the Students’ Union Advice Service who can support you. Click the link and go to the ‘advice’ section: https://www.uwlsu.com/

Please refer to the University Academic Regulations for further guidance on extensions and mitigation: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/extensions-and-mitigating-circumstances

If you fall below the pass mark or fail to submit to all elements or part of a module’s assessments, you will be required to do a resit, normally at the next opportunity. Resits do not involve re-enrolment and attendance at classes.

Failure of a resit means you are required to retake the module. Retakes involve re-enrolment, attendance, payment of tuition fee and completion of all elements of the module, and the submission of all assessments. If your course is accredited by a Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB) certain rules may apply to you; please check this with your Course/Module Leader.

Please refer to the University’s Academic Regulations for further guidance; see https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/policies-procedures-and-regulations

If your course is accredited by a professional body, the module requirements outlined in the above document will specify the elements of assessment that must be passed, those that must be taken, and those that are optional. The relevant Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB) rules also apply in such cases.

You are reminded that the University applies penalties to students who commit an academic offence, in which case the Academic Offences Regulations will be used to deal with any cases of academic


misconduct including examination offences, plagiarism and other means of cheating to obtain an advantage.

If you have an issue or complaint about the module, you should speak to your Module Leader, Tutor or Course Leader informally in the first instance. Your Course Representative can also raise your concerns at Course Committees, which take place each semester. If you are unable to resolve it informally, you should refer to the Complaints Procedure which is outlined in the Student Handbook (https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/student-handbook) and consult the Students’ Union about it. The University aims to ensure that issues are resolved informally as quickly as possible to have minimum impact on your studies.

3.3 Getting support for your studiesThroughout your course of study, you will have access to a wide variety of sources of support depending on your individual circumstances and needs. Your first point of call for getting general academic support is your Personal Tutor. As well as approaching your Module Leader with any questions specifically related to your module and your Course Leader with questions on your Course, do contact your Personal Tutor for academic advice in relation your studies and your academic development.

Apart from the University-wide support framework, which encompasses the Module Leaders, Course Leader, the Subject Librarian and your Course Administrator, you will also have at your disposal the UWL Engagement Team. The Engagement Team offers Academic Skills Workshops throughout the year, helping you to develop skills relevant to your degree. Workshops include for instance Essay Planning and Writing; Critical Thinking; Reflective Writing; Group Work and Presentation Skills.

Contact the Engagement Team at: [email protected]

Maths Support, English Language support and One-to-one academic support opportunities are also available through the Creative Academy Wellbeing Team please email Krissie at [email protected].

For information about all the University services go to the Engagement Team’s website – https://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/support-services-for-students/engagement-team

3.4 Student supportIn addition to the support listed in the previous section, there is also more help offered by The Creative Academy Well-being Team please look on the Facebook group or email [email protected]. You may also wish to contact UWL Student Support Services. These are located in The Street at St Mary’s Road, Ealing campus, but offer drop-in sessions at all UWL sites. They offer a wide range of support and advice services consisting of Student Advice, and Funding & Immigration advice; Careers; Counselling; Disability/Mental Health; Inter-faith Advisor; Placement & Employment; Volunteering; Student Welfare; and Scholarships and Bursaries.

Contact Student Services (general) for more information at:

Email: [email protected]

Tel. 0208 231 2345.




3.5 Module evaluation – have your say!Towards the end of the module you will be invited to provide some anonymous feedback to the Module Leader through an online survey. This is your opportunity to give some direct feedback about the module through a series of questions and free text. Your constructive feedback will help the Module Leader and teaching team to understand the module experience from your perspective and helps inform the development of the module. At the end of the survey period, a response to the survey will be available on Blackboard so that you can see exactly how your voice has been heard.


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