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UNIT 1: Legal Basis of Dance in Physical Education

1.0 Intended Learning Outcomes

a. Develop critical thinking by discussing the legality of Physical Education.
b. Discuss the phases of the dance program.
c. Perform different types of natural movements.

1.1. Introduction
With the effect of different opinions from the academe, Physical education
especially on the field specialization of the dance needs to show or feel that we are
part and parcel to design holistic approach in evaluating the program is a prime
educational tool for learners in the academe.
Discussion of different legalities of dances is really needed to open the mind of
another academe.

1.2 Legal Basis or Legality of Dance.

1.2.1 Article XIV Education, Arts, Culture and Sports
Discussion:
Sec. 14. The State shall foster the preservation, enrichment and dynamic evolution
of a Filipino national culture based on the principle of unity in diversity
in a climate of free artistic and intellectual expression.
Sec. 15. Arts and letters shall enjoy the patronage of the State. The State shall
conserve, promote, and popularize the nation’s historical and cultural
heritage and resources, as well as artistic creations.
Sec. 16. All country’s artistic and historic wealth constitutes the cultural treasure
of the nation and shall be under the protection of the State which may
regulate its disposition.
Sec. 17. The State shall recognize, respect and protect the rights of indigenous
cultural communities to preserve and develop their cultures, traditions,
and institutions. It shall consider these rights on the formulation of
national plans and policies.
Sec. 18. (1) The State shall ensure equal access to cultural opportunities through
the educational system, public or private cultural entities, scholarships,
grants and other incentives, and community cultural centers, and other
public venues.
(2) The State shall encourage and support researches and studies on the
arts and culture.
Sec. 19. (1) The State shall promote physical education and encourage sports
programs, league competitions, and amateur sports, including training for

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international competitions, to foster self-discipline, teamwork and

excellence for the development of a healthy and alert citizenry.
(2) All educational institutions shall undertake regular sports activities
throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other
sectors.
Based on this Article XIV Arts, Culture and Sports of the 1987 Constitution of
the Republic of the Philippines. The Physical Education (BPEd) has the best to achieve
the learning outcomes in their particular context and their respective missions.
The opportunities to rethink and refine the understanding on the legality of the
dance is necessary in how you introduce to another academe.
Agree or Disagree?
You will be guided by the statement given to you for each number in Table 1
A No. 1.2.1. Answer this in your answer sheet.

Table 1 A No. 1.2.1

Name: ___________________________ Date: ___________ Score: ___________
Course/Yr. Sec.: ________________ Instructor/Prof: _____________________
Put a positive sign (+) if you agree with the statement and negative sign (-) if you
disagree.
___ 1. Legality of Dance will enhance your understanding of folkdance.
___ 2. Competent to learn may continuously well-equipped of the foundation for
learning dance.
___3. The objective of legality of Dance is to assure more points to debate
somebody, who does not understand the importance of dance in the health
of academe.
___ 4. Well-equipped of knowledge on the legality of dance with your co-BPEd
major will not only enhance your reasoning but it refines your thinking,
vocabulary and increase closeness within.
___ 5. Never let anyone down you because of your specialization, but because
you know the legalities that cannot place any word which can demoralize
your standard of knowledge.
___ 6. Knowing more the legalities of dance will help improve and boost your
personality.
___ 7. Generally, negative words from somebody can cause or weaken the moral of
a person.
___ 8. You can block reasoning of negative people on the field of dance.
___ 9. Enhance your comprehension towards legality and strategies that can be
done through online, always site an article in expressing words when you
are talking to somebody about dance.
__10. The concept of legality of dance cannot be neglected or ignored by the other
academe.

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How will you rate yourself?

Table 1 B No. 1.2.1
Number of Correct Answers Descriptions
It seems that you have a full understanding of legalities
9 - 10 of dance and ready to participate in any debate or
discussion.
It seems that you understand legalities of dance and
7-8 ready to give opinions.
It seems that you understand legalities of dance but
5-6
needs guidance, advice from the legal authority
You need to learn more and understand legalities of
Below 5
dance.

The consideration of the following statement given to your activity learning

packet Table 1 A and B No. 1.2.1
Are you satisfied with the importance of different legalities of Arts, Culture and
Sports?
Does it affect your learnings in any of the legalities of dance?
Provide good reasons that will allow you to share what you know about
legalities and bring out your expectation of the lesson.

Directions:
Under the K column, write three things that you already know about your
chosen understanding of legality of dance. Under the W column, write three things
that you want to know more about. And under L column, write three things what
you’ve learned. Answer this in your answer sheet Table 2- No. 1.2.1.

Table 2 No. 1.2.1.

Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________ Score: ___________
Course/Yr. Sec.: ________________ Instructor/Prof: ____________________________

K W L
What you KNOW What you WANT to know What you have LEARNED
1. 1. 1.
2. 2. 2.
3. 3. 3.

After accomplishing the Table 2- No. 1.2.1, share the things you KNOW and
the things you WANT to KNOW, and WHAT you’ve learned with the classmates,
friends, relatives and neighbors through messenger and text messages.

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What to Reflect and Understand?

The result of your work in activity Table 2 No. 1.2.1 will serve as your
understanding of all the concept, discussion and collaboration of ideas on the legalities
of Arts and Culture.
You must apply some legality of dance to help you go about successfully on
any application in life you’ve indulged in.
Why do you need to understand fully the legality of dance? Because this will
give a fruitful learning experience in the field of your specialization. The 1987
Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines, Article XIV, Sec. 14, 15,16 17, 18, 19
should always been understood and implemented for opening of the eyes of other
people in the academe.

Knowledge Assessment:
Carefully read pages 1 and 2, topic 1.2.1 Legality of Dance, analyze and react
and it will be easier for you to answer the questions.

Directions:
• Here are initial questions to be answered.
• All answers shall be written in your answer sheet Table 3 No. 1.2.1
• Make sure to have 2-3 sentences maximum for every answer.
• Let’s see if you really read Article XIV. Sec. 14, 15, 16 ,17, 18, 19 of the 1987
Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines. Your knowledge will be
assessed on matters of adequacy and relevance. Your score in this activity will
be graded and recorded.
Table 3 A No. 1.2.1
Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________ Score: ___________
Course/Yr. Sec.: ________________ Instructor/Prof: ____________________________
Questions Answer Indicators
1. How can you show the importance 1.
of dance in Article XIV, Sec. 15 of the
1987 Constitution of the Republic of
the Philippines?
2. Can you correlate dance on the 2.
Article XIV Sec. 16?
3. How will you recognize respect and 3.
protect to the rights of different
dances in the Philippines? Site or
choose from the Article XIV, Sec. 14
to 18 and depend your answer in the
three to five sentences.
4. What application will do in dance 4.
when Article XIV Sec. 18-(2)
encourage and support researches
and studies on the arts and culture?

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5. What are the necessary things to be

considered in dance when you apply
5.
Article XIV Sec. 14 of the 1987
Constitution of The Republic of the
Philippines?

Table 3 B No. 1.2.1

Evaluate Your Answer:
Use the score guide below to determine your level of understanding
(knowledge) and practices.
Score Description of Your Score
5 Made intelligent decisions in my life.
4 Build up strength to face challenges.
3 Established good relationship with
my family and others.
2 Developed camaraderie among my
peers.
1 Developed my vocabulary.

1.2.2 CMO- No. 80, Series of 2017

Discussion:
Section 7 Performance Indicators
Program Outcomes Performance Indicators
PO1- Disciplinal Knowledge: Apply 1. Discuss foundation of PE and Health,
scientific and evidence-based practices and the essentials of fitness and health
critical to the educational and learning and analyze scientifically the body parts
processes. and how it functions in various physical
movement and activities.
2. Use a concept map in explaining motor
learning and development of learners
based in their growth and maturation
characteristics.
3. Analyze the mechanisms of non-contact
injury and the role of fundamental
movement skills in mitigating this.
4. Explain how the body responds, adjusts
and adapts to exercise.
5. Plan and organize developmentally
appropriate Physical Education and
Health activities.
6. Conduct scientific research in Physical
Education and Health Education
PO2 Movement Competency and 1. Demonstrate mastery of all fundamental
Proficiency: movement patterns and adapt motor

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1. Demonstrate skillful performance in skills to a variety of physical activity

a variety of physical activities. settings.
2. Adapt performance to variety of 2. Evaluate critical elements of motor skills
physical activity settings: (e.g. and performance.
formal classes, recreational, and 3. Maintain a health-enhancing level of
competitive) fitness based on age and sex specific
criterion-referenced standards.
PO3- Program Planning, Implementation, 1. Analyze existing curriculum and
and Evaluation: programs of Physical Education and
1. Critically examine the curriculum Health Education in Enhanced Basic
(e.g. content, pedagogy and Education Program.
assessments) a program, and 2. Implement planned developmentally
enhance (e.g. innovate) them appropriate and inclusive programs that
necessarily. address the diverse needs of all
2. Plan and implement safe and students/clients.
effective physical activity programs 3. Utilize assessment result to improve
to address the needs of the instruction.
individual in school and/or industry 4. Engage in a reflective practice in setting
settings. one’s goal and in monitoring one’s
3. Monitor and evaluate physical progress.
activity programs in school and/or
non-school settings.
4. Use appropriate assessments in, as
and for student or client learning.
5. Use information, media and
technology in pedagogy and for
lifelong learning.
PO4-Professional Accountability and 1. Participate in activities that enhance
Responsibility: professional collaboration and lead to
1. Promote the advancement of the personal growth and career
profession. development.
2. Pursue lifelong learning for personal 2. Maintain professional integrity by
and professional development. adhering to ethical behaviors and
discerning boundaries of competence.
3. Keep abreast with current developments
in Physical Education.
PO5- Communication: 1. Synthesize evidence from a variety of
1. Communicate effectively with PE sources to shed light to current issues in
practitioners, other professionals the field
and stakeholders. 2. Develop evidence-based arguments.
2. Use oral, written and technology 3. Justify a program proposal to diverse
formats deftly. audiences.
4. Use appropriate language in oral and
written communication.
CMO 80 Series of 2017

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Knowledge Assessment:
Answer this in your answer sheet.
Table 1 A No. 1.2.2
Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________ Score: ___________
Course/Yr. Sec.: ________________ Instructor/Prof: _____________________
A. Choose the correct answer from the given options. Table 1 A No. 1.2.2
1. What application and evidence-based practices which is critical to the
educational and learning processes?
A. Science C. Sociology
B. Scientific D. Physiology

2. What will you do when you want to show skill performance in a variety of
physical activities?
A. Demonstrate C. Evaluate
B. Communicate D. Recitation
3. When somebody perform motor skills, what critical elements you will do?
A. Demonstrate C. Evaluate
B. Communicate D. Recitation
4. Which of the scientific research in Physical Education (PE) and Health Education
should be applied?
A. Adapt C. Implement
B. Plan D. Conduct
5. What do you call for a health-enhancing level of fitness wherein on any age and
sex – specific criterion is all in their standards?
A. Balance C. Maintain
B. Equal D. None of the Above.

Answer this in your answer sheet.

Table 1 B No. 1.2.2
Name: ___________________________Date: ___________ Score:___________
Course/Yr. Sec.: ________________ Instructor/Prof: _____________________
B. Write T if the statement is true and write F if the statement is false

1. _______ Sec. 14 states that the arts and letters shall enjoy the patronage of
the State. The State shall conserve, promote, and popularize the
nation’s historical and cultural heritage and resources as well as
artistic creations.
2. _______ Sec. 15 states that the State shall foster the preservation,
enrichment and dynamic evolution of a Filipino national culture
based on the principle of unity in diversity in a climate of free
artistic and intellectual expression.

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3. _______ Sec. 16. All country’s artistic and historic wealth constitutes the
cultural treasure of the nation and shall be under the protection of
the State which may regulate its disposition.

4. _______ Sec. 17. The State shall recognize, respect and protect the rights
of indigenous cultural communities to preserve and develop
their cultures, traditions, and institutions. It shall consider these
rights on the formulation of national plans and policies
5. _______ Sec. 18. (1) The State shall ensure equal access to cultural
opportunities through the educational system, public or private
cultural entities, scholarships, grants and other incentives, and
community cultural centers, and other public venues.

1.2.3 Phases of Dance Program

Discussion:
It carries out an advocacy of understanding, learning in promoting the
different program of dances.
Here are some basic ideas or concepts that will lead you to answer queries
relative to the activities that will let you reflect and think deeper on the values of the
dance program.
Check how ready you are in terms of familiarity of the phases of dance
program.
Creative Rhythms
Creative rhythms are actually for children in the elementary grades. These
activities are sometimes called fundamental rhythms or natural dances. A creative
rhythm is an end-product of exploration and improvisation of movements as children
learn to move the parts of their body and to use them as instruments of expression.
Folk/Ethnic Dance
Folk/Ethnic dance is a cultural art form handed down from generation to
generation. It communicates the customs, beliefs, rituals, and occupations of the
people of a region or country. Folk dancing belongs to the people. It emanates from
them. Ethnic tribes have their specific tribal art forms originated and danced by the
people of the tribe.
Examples of folk dances are the rural and country dances, jotas, marzukas,
pandanggos, among others with foreign influence.
Examples of ethnic dances are the dances of the mountain peoples of the
Cordilleras, dances of the ethnic groups in the Cagayan Valley Region, and the ethnic
dances in the Mindanao Regions, among others.
Social and Ballroom Dance
The setting of the social and ballroom dance is a social gathering with the more
formal atmosphere than the simple and informal parties in which the recreational
dances are the usual forms. Social and ballroom dancing are generally held in the
evenings. The participants are usually in formal attire.
Examples of social and ballroom dances are cha-cha, fox trot, jitterbug, tango,
samba, rumba, quick step, Viennese waltz, jive, and paso doble.

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Recreational Dance
Recreational dance includes dance mixers, square dance, round and couple
dances. Many of these dances have simple patterns and combination of walking steps,
two-step, polka step, and the waltz step.
The setting of recreational dances is usually informal gatherings and parties,
reunions, and the like.
Creative Dance
Creative dance is the highest form of dance. It is the end-product of exploration
and improvisation of movements as the dancer or the choreographer expresses his
feelings or emotions, ideas, and interpretations. This is a dance with definite form, a
beginning, and an ending. The principles of art form are all observed in the
composition of the dance.
Examples of creative dance are ballet, jazz, and modern or contemporary
dance.
Source: Tabije and Legaspi
Dance Education in the School Curriculum

Before you proceed, let us assess first your knowledge of the phases of dance program.

Match and Connect:

Connect the phases of dance program on the things to consider in dance.
Answer this in your answer sheet.
Table 1 A No. 1.2.3
Name: _____________________________________ Date: ___________ Score:___________
Course/Yr. Sec.:__________________________ Instructor/Prof: _____________________
Phases of Dance Program Things to Consider in Dance
Folk/Ethnic Dance • For children and sometimes called
fundamental or natural movement that
end-product of exploration and
improvisation of movement
Creative Rhythms • Is a dance that consider into (2) examples
a. The rural and country dances like,
jotas, mazurkas, pandanggos.
b. The mountain peoples of Cordilleras
like in Cagayan Valley Region,
Mindanao region.
Recreational Dance • The highest form of dance that the
choreographer and the dances express their
feelings or emotions with definite form of
beginning and/or ending.
Creative Dance • It includes dance mixers, square dance,

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Social and Ballroom Dance • round and couple dances that have simple
pattern and combination of walk steps,
two-step, polka step, and the waltz step.
• It is for social gathering with formal
atmosphere than in simple and informal
parties which recreational dances are usual
forms.

Rate yourself

Table 1 B No. 1.2.3

Number of Correct Answers Description
5 It seems that you have a full understanding of the different
phases of dance program.
4 It seems that you understand the phases of dance program
and ready to discuss with.
3 to 2 It seems that you understand the phases of dance program
but needs guidance from the teacher.
1 You need to learn more about the phases of dance program.
Let’s proceed to the formations commonly used in rhythmic activities. All of
these formations are applied in the phases of dance program.

1.2.4 Formations Commonly Used in Rhythmic Activities

Discussions:
Based on the following illustrations, that are commonly used in formations and
rhythmic activities that have the best to achieve the learning and application of
performing different dance program.

Single circle, facing Single circle, partners

Single circle, facing clockwise counterclockwise facing

Single circle, facing Single circle, partners Double circle, partners

center facing facing counterclockwise

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Double circle, facing Double lines, facing

Double circle, couples
clockwise front
facing

Semi-circle or half moon

Square or quadrille Scatter formation in
formation pairs

Long open formation

Double lines, partners facing

Source: Tabije and Legaspi
Dance Education in the School Curriculum (2004)
Source: Dr. Doris D. Tulio
Physical Education -2 for College (2008)

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Here are your tasks:

Choose the correct answer from the illustration shown in your activity
learning packet—Table 1 No. 1.2.4 Answer this in your answer sheet.
Table 1 No. 1.2.4
Name: __________________________________________ Date: _________ Score: __________
Course/Yr./Sec: ____________ Instructor/Professor: __________________________
A. What type of single circle formation is in the following illustration?

1. 2.

a. Facing front a. Partners facing

b. Facing clockwise b. Facing front
c. Partners facing
c. Partners facing
d. Facing counterclockwise
e. Facing center d. Facing counter
e. Facing center

3. 4.

a. Facing center a. Partners facing

b. Partners facing counterclockwise
b. Facing front
c. Facing front
d. Facing clockwise c. Partners facing
e. Facing counterclockwise d. Facing counter
e. Facing center

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B. What type of double circle formation is in the following illustration?

1. 2.

a. Partners facing a. Partners facing

b. Partners facing counterclockwise b. Partners counterclockwise
c. Circle, facing clockwise c. Circle, facing clockwise
d. Circle couples facing d. Circle couples facing
e. Circle facing e. Circle facing

3. 4.

a. Partners facing
a. Partners facing
b. Partners counterclockwise
b. Partners facing counterclockwise
c. Circle, facing clockwise
c. Circle, facing clockwise
d. Circle couples facing
d. Circle couples facing
e. Circle facing
e. Circle facing

C. What type of double lines formation is in the following illustrations?

1.
a. Facing front
b. Partners facing
c. Facing center
d. Partners facing back
e. Partners facing center
2. a. Facing front
b. Partners facing
c. Facing center
d. Partners facing back
e. Partners facing center

How did the different formations contribute to the basic natural movements of
man? As far as we know, natural movements have always been a part of the basic
movement of man. Let us know.

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1.2.5 The Basic Natural Movement

Discussion:
What are They?
➢ Locomotor movements- are those that move the body in space in any direction
with the feet as the moving base.
• Walking- moving at moderate pace on feet, lifting one foot only after the
other floor has touched the floor or ground. Legs swing from the hops while
the arms swing naturally at sides.
• Running- moving on foot with springing steps at rapid pace such that for
an instant both feet are off-ground during each step.
• Jumping- springing on one foot and landing on both feet.
• Hopping- springing on one foot and landing on the same foot.
• Skipping- same procedure as in hopping, but bouncing lightly with
alternative steps and hops.
• Leaping- springing on one foot and landing on the other foot.
• Galloping- moving in continuous forward or sideward direction with one
foot leading.
• Sliding- gliding along the floor with either foot
➢ Non-Locomotor or Axial movements- are those in which various parts of the
body move in space with a fixed base. The base may be standing, kneeling,
sitting or lying.
• Flexion- bending or shortening of body part occurring at a joint.
✓ Half-knees bend
✓ Full-knees bend
✓ Trunk forward bend
✓ Trunk sideward bend
✓ Arms forward bend
✓ Head forward bend
✓ Head sideward bend
✓ Elbow bend
• Extension- turning, twisting or circling.
✓ Head twist
✓ Trunk twist
• Arm Shoulder Circling
✓ Right arm circle forward
✓ Left arm circle forward
✓ Both arms circling
• Pendular- swinging/swaying arms forward, backward or sideward
✓ Arms swinging sideward
✓ Arms swinging overhead
✓ Body swaying right and left
• Percussive- striking and hitting; pushing and pulling
✓ Arm strike with closed first
✓ Arm strike with open fist

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✓ Hit with one hand

✓ Hit with both hands
✓ Push with one arm: with both arms
✓ Pull with one arm; with both arms
• Vibratory- shaking and beating
✓ Shake arms and hand rhythmically
✓ Shake hips and shoulders to rhythmic pattern
✓ Vibrate entire body rhythmically
• Sustained- a slow, smooth flowing movement with a balance of movement
throughout the entire series.
✓ Arm swinging continuously from side to side
✓ Arm moving laterally to right and left sides in continuous rhythmic
pattern.
✓ Arm circle swing continuously
• Suspended- a sharp movement followed by a series of slow or prolonged
movements until a peak is reached.
Both arms circle swing three or four times counterclockwise and stop
movement with arms diagonally forward, upward.
Source: Tabije and Legaspi
Dance Education in the School Curriculum (2004)
Source: Dr. Doris D. Tulio
Physical Education -2 for College (2008)

These activities will give you a deeper understanding of the importance of

Locomotor movement and Non-locomotor/Axial movements.

Directions:
Assessment A:
Answer the following questions in your answer sheet Table 1A No. 1.2.5

Table 1A No. 1.2.5

Name: __________________________________________ Date: _________ Score: __________
Course/Yr./Sec: ____________ Instructor/Professor: _______________________________
A. In your own words, define the following terms:
• Locomotor
• Non-locomotor/ Axial locomotor
B. Identify the locomotor movements and the non-locomotor/axial locomotor
movements on how each movement is executed.
Put a check mark (√) in the corresponding column under the terms for your
response.
Activities Non-locomotor/Axial
Locomotor
(Movement) locomotor
Sliding
Half-knees bend
Head twist

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Running
Galloping
Both arms circling
Body swaying right and left
Walking
Leaping
Jumping

Were you able to understand the basic natural movements? Can you identify
each movement correctly? If so, congratulations! Just in case you have difficulty
interpreting or identify the basic natural movements, please feel free to ask your
teacher for clarifications through e-mail, messenger or text message.

Table 1B No. 1.2.5

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ON LOCOMOTOR AND NON-
LOCOMOTOR/AXIAL LOCOMOTOR
Total Weighted Scores Numerical Ratings Descriptive Rating
10 - 8 95 Outstanding
7-5 90 Very Satisfactory
4-3 85 Satisfactory
2-1 80 Needs Improvement

Now let us check you understanding about the Note Value, Note patterns,
and System of Counting. Let us see if you can apply the knowledge you learned
through the next activity.

1.2.6 Note Value, Note Patterns, and System of Counting

Discussion:
This activity aims to assess your knowledge of the values of notes, note
patterns and facilitate to a great extent the attainment or acquisition of rhythmic
skills.
A. Values of Notes in 2; 3; 4
4 4 4

Whole note 4 counts

Half note 2 counts

Quarter note 1 counts

Eighth note ½ count

Sixteenth note ¼ count

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A dot (.) after a note receives one half the value of the note before it, thus:

= 3 counts = 1 ½ counts

B. Note Patterns and Systems of Counting

ct. = count

In 2 Rhythm
4
ct. 1 and 2
ct. 1 2

ct. 1 2 and ct. 1 and 2 and

. .
ct. 1 ah 2 ah ct. 1-2

In 3 Rhythm
4

ct. 1 2 3 ct. 1 and 2 3

ct. 1 2 and 3 ct. 1 2 3 and

ct. 1 and 2 and 3 and ct. 1 2-3

.
ct. 1-2 3 ct. 1-2-3

In 4 Rhythm
4

ct. 1 2 3 4 ct. 1-2 3-4

ct. 1 2 3-4 ct. 1-2 3 4

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ct. 1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and

Note: More note patterns can still be made from the above examples.
Source: Tabije and Legaspi
Dance Education in the School Curriculum (2004)
Source: Dr. Doris D. Tulio
Physical Education -2 for College (2008)

Counting and Equivalent Note of Rhythmic Pattern Counts

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Source: Francisca Reyes Aquino

Fundamental Dance Steps and Music (1973)

In these activities it will assess your memory and mastery of the different note
value, note pattern, and systems of counting.

Assessment B:
Complete the following Table by filling in the correct number of counts in a
measure and note patters for each count. Answer this in your answer sheet Table 1
No. 1.2.6.

Table 1B No. 1.2.6

Name: __________________________________________ Date: _________ Score: __________
Course/Yr./Sec: ____________ Instructor/Professor: _______________________________
A. Write the number of counts for each of the following note patterns in the first
column and write the note patterns for each of the following counts in the other
column.
Number of Counts Note Patterns
Example: Example:
= 3 counts ct. 1 2-3 =

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1. = ________________ 1. ct. 1 2 =_____________

2. =________________ 2. ct. 1 and 2 =______________

3. =________________ 3. ct. 1 2 3 =______________

4. =_______________ 4. ct. 1-2 3 =______________

5. =________________ 5. ct. 1 2 and =_____________

Assessment C:
Answer this in your answer sheet Table 1C No. 1.2.6
Table 1C No. 1.2.6
Name: __________________________________________ Date: _________ Score: __________
Course/Yr./Sec: ____________ Instructor/Professor: _______________________________
I. Choose the correct answer.
Write the letters only on the space provided.
_____ 1. How is creative dance the highest form of dance?
a. It is a dance with a definite form of beginning and ending.
b. It is a dance with a simple pattern.
c. It is a dance of more formal atmosphere.
d. It is a dance handed down from generation to generation.
e. None of the above.
_____ 2. Which of the following dance is the highest form of creative dance?
a. Ballet b. folkdance c. festival dance d. street dance e. none of the above
From 3 to 4, what number of counts is needed for each of the following note patterns?
_____ 3. a. 1 count b. 3 counts c. 4 counts d. 2 counts e. none of the above

_____ 4. a. 2 counts b. 1 count c. 4 counts d. 2 counts e. none of the above

From 5, 6 and 7, what note pattern is needed for each of the following?
_____ 5. ct. 1 and 2 = ________
a. b. c. d. e. none of the above

_____ 6. ct. 1 2 3 = _______

a. b. c. d. e. none of the above

_____ 7. ct. 1-2 3-4 = ______

a. b. c. d. e. none of the above

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From 8, 9 and 10, what are the locomotor movements that the part of the body moves
in space in any directions?
_____ 8. a. Arm shoulder circling
_____ 9. b. Extension of arms
_____ 10. c. Walking
d. Leaping
e. Running

1.3 References
Andin, C. T., et. al. (2004). Dance Education in The School Curriculum. Rex Book
Store.
Aquino, F. R. (1973). Philippine National Artist for Dance. National Book Store.
Department of Education. (2013). Physical Education and Health Learner’s
Module.
Department of Education. (2014). Physical Education and Health Learner’s
Module.
Miel, Juan C. (1979). Samar Folk Dances. Provincial Government of Samar.
Physical Fitness. (2011) Retrieved from https://www.slideshare.net>physical.
*No updated textbook references
Philippine Normal University, MAPEH 2013. Licensure Examination for Teachers.
The 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines.
Tolio, Doris D. 2008, First publication and reprint 2013, Physical Education 2 for
College, KATHA Publishing Company (Module).
Tolentino, Francisca R. 1946, First publication and reprint 1990, Philippines by
Kayumangi Press. Inc., National Book Store (Module) *No updated
textbook/reference.

1.4 Acknowledgment
The images, tables, figures and information contained in this module were
taken from the references cited above.

C. M. D. Hamo-ay