This is the Grade 6 Physical Education self-learning module for Quarter 3, Module 2, Lesson 2: Rudiments of Dance Position. It is part of the module on fitness enhancement through Philippine folk dance, which uses Maglalatik as its example dance. In this lesson, learners study and perform the five basic positions of the feet and arms that dancers use as their foundation. It is written for learners studying at home, with support from teachers, parents, and facilitators.
The module is the First Edition, 2020, from the Department of Education Region VI, under the Alternative Delivery Mode. Its author is Cornalina E. Francisco.
On this page 7 sections
What learners will learn
The module states one learning competency:
- Observes safety precautions (PE6GS-IIIb-h-3)
In this lesson, learners also:
- name the five rudimentary (basic) dance positions as 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th position
- describe how the feet and arms are placed in each position
- perform the arm and feet positions on both the left and right sides, alone and in combination
Lessons in this module
Module 2 has two lessons:
- Lesson 1: Risk Prevention Tips in Dancing. Covers safety before and during dancing. This lesson is not included in this file.
- Lesson 2: Rudiments of Dance Position. Covers the five basic feet and arm positions. This is the lesson in this file.
Why dance and folk dance matter
The module explains that people dance to perform, celebrate, praise, compete, and enjoy life. They also dance to express their thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Dancing keeps us healthy in body, mind, and spirit.
Folk dances are dances created and performed together by ordinary people. They differ from one area, town, and region of the Philippines to another. The term includes “ethnic dances”, such as those of cultural communities in the Cordillera, Mindoro, Palawan, Sulu, Pangasinan, and the Tagalog, Bicol, Cebuano, Ilonggo, and Waray regions. The module sorts folk dances into two kinds:
- Regional: dances particular to one place or area
- National: dances performed all over the country
The lesson also reminds learners that dancers need to be ready in mind and body before a performance. They should have proper training and strictly follow safety precautions, such as warming up to avoid injury.
The five basic dance positions
The module teaches five rudimentary steps for the feet and arms. They are commonly called the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th positions. Here is how the module describes each one.
| Position | Feet | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Heels close together, toes apart at an angle of about 45 degrees | Both arms raised in a circle in front of the chest, fingertips almost touching, backs of the hands facing front |
| 2nd | Feet apart sideways at shoulder width | Both arms raised sideward with a graceful curve at shoulder level |
| 3rd | Heel of one foot close to the in-step of the other foot | One arm raised as in 2nd position; the other arm raised upward |
| 4th | One foot in front of the other, a pace apart | One arm raised in front as in 1st position; the other arm raised overhead |
| 5th | Heel of the front foot close to the big toe of the rear foot | Both arms raised overhead |
Quick tips for remembering them:
- The feet move from heels together (1st), to apart sideways (2nd), to heel near the in-step (3rd), to one foot a pace in front (4th), to heel touching near the big toe (5th).
- The arms start in front of the chest (1st), open to the sides (2nd), then raise one arm (3rd and 4th), and end with both arms overhead (5th).
The module says these positions matter because they are the foundation of the whole dance and are essential to a child’s further growth in dance. They are also used as starting positions for free-hand exercises.
How to use this module
The module is arranged in parts that build on each other. Work through them in this order:
- What I Know: a five-item multiple-choice pretest to check what you already know.
- What’s In: match pictures of a warm-up exercise, arm positions, an injury, and feet positions to their labels.
- What’s New (Activity 1: Arrange Me!): put pictures of the feet positions and the arm positions in the correct order.
- What is It: read the descriptions of the five positions.
- What’s More (Activity 2: Try This): perform each arm and feet position using the left and the right side, then rate yourself from Poor (1) to Very Good (4) for each position.
- What I Have Learned: finish two sentences about what you learned.
- What I Can Do: perform a combination of feet and arm positions. You are rated on mastery, execution (coordination of feet and arms), enthusiasm and energy, and expression and appearance.
- Assessment: a five-item multiple-choice post-test.
- Additional Activities: perform the combinations on both sides with a partner, who rates you using the same rubric.
For learners: Write your answers on a separate sheet or activity sheet, not on the module. Answer keys are included at the end, so answer honestly first before checking.
For parents and facilitators: The performance tasks need some open space. A family member can act as the partner in the Additional Activities and check the rubric.
For teachers: The rubrics in What’s More, What I Can Do, and Additional Activities can serve as performance-based scoring. Check the answer key before giving it to learners, since some item numbers in it are misprinted.
Frequently asked questions
What grade and quarter is this module for?
It is for Grade 6 Physical Education, Quarter 3. It is Module 2, Lesson 2: Rudiments of Dance Position.
What are the five rudimentary dance positions?
They are the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th positions of the feet and arms. For example, in 5th position the heel of the front foot is close to the big toe of the rear foot, and both arms are raised overhead.
Why is it important to learn the basic dance positions?
The module says they are the foundation of the whole dance and essential to a child’s further development in dance. They are also used as starting positions for free-hand exercises.
Does the module have an answer key?
Yes. Answer keys for the pretest, What’s In, What’s New, and the Assessment are at the end of the module. Performance tasks are scored with rubrics.
What competency does this module cover?
The module lists one competency: observes safety precautions, with the code PE6GS-IIIb-h-3.
Full text of the module
The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.
Physical Education Quarter 3 – Module 2 Lesson 2: Rudiments of Dance Position
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CO_Q3_PE 6_ Module 2_Lesson 2
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Physical Education – Grade 6 Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 3 – Module 2: Lesson 2 Rudiments of Dance Position First Edition, 2020
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Development Team of the Module
Author: Cornalina E. Francisco Editors: Francisco C. Dela Pena Jr., Rona F. de la Torre Reviewers: Francisco C. Dela Pena Jr., Rona F. de la Torre Illustrator: Kris Dawn C. Rivera, Jennybeb E. Bedejo, Mara Jamaica B. Floreno Layout Artist: Philip Peter N. Derayal, Mara Jamaica B. Floreno Management Team: Ramir P. Uytico Pedro T. Escobarte Jr. Elena P. Gonzaga Donald Genine Jerry A. Oquendo, Ma. Lorlinie M. Ortillo May P. Pascual Francisco C. Dela Pena, Jr. Analie J. Lobaton Rona F. de la Torre
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Physical Education Quarter 3 – Module 2 Lesson 2: Rudiments of Dance Position
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.
Thank you.
What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written for you to know the nature/background of Fitness Enhancement Through Folk Dance and the mechanics on how to perform these folk dances (Maglalatik) where your body move rhythmically usually to music. People dance to perform, celebrate, praise and compete to enjoy life. People also dance to express their thoughts, feelings and emotions. It keeps us physically, mentally and spiritually healthy.
Folk dances in the Philippines differ when it comes to the people who live in different areas, towns and regions. Folk dance refers to the dances created and performed collectively by the ordinary people. The term usually includes as called “ethnic dances” such as those of the cultural community in the cordillera, in Mindoro, Palawan Sulu, Pangasinan, Tagalog, Bicol, Cebuano, Ilonggo and Waray.
Folk Dances may also have divided into the “regional” which refers to dances particular to one locale or area; and the “national” which refer to those performed all over the country.
The module is divided into two lessons, namely:
- Lesson 1 – Risk Prevention Tips in Dancing
- Lesson 2 – Rudiments of Dance Position
After going through this module, you are expected to:
- observes safety precautions (PE6GS-IIIb-h-3)
What I Know
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in your activity sheet.
What is the commonly used term for the rudimentary steps?
a. A, B, C, D, E
b. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD. 4TH, 5TH
c. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
d. step, close, hop, slide, jumpWhich among the picture is in the 3RD arm position?
a. [illustration: woman with both arms raised overhead, forearms bent]
b. [illustration: woman with arms raised overhead, hands together above head]
c. [illustration: woman with both arms extended straight out to the sides]
d. [illustration: woman with one arm raised overhead and the other extended to the side]On what position can we see a heel of front foot is close to big toe of rear foot?
a. 4th
b. 2nd
c. 5th
d. 3rdWhy do we need to know the rudiments of dance position?
a. It is the foundation of the whole picture of the dance.
b. It is essential to a child’s further development in dance.
c. It is used as starting position for the free-handing exercises.
d. All of the aboveWhat is next to the position shown on the picture below?
a. [illustration: figure with one arm raised overhead and the other hand on the hip]
b. [illustration: figure with arms extended to the sides]
c. [illustration: figure with hands on hips]
d. [illustration: figure with arms raised overhead, feet crossed]The position shown: [illustration: figure with one arm raised overhead and the other hand on the hip]
Lesson 2: RUDIMENTS OF DANCE POSITION
Dancers should be prepared mentally and physically for a dance performance. Dancers should have proper training before the performance. In addition, following safety precautions should be strictly observed and considered.
Directions: Match the pictures in Column A in Column B. Write the letter of the answer in your activity sheet.
What’s In
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| 1. [illustration: four dancers in stretching poses with arms overhead and legs extended] | A. arm position |
| 2. [illustration: figures showing arm positions with arms raised overhead and extended] | B. injury |
| 3. [illustration: close-up of a foot with a bandage wrapped around the ankle] | C. feet position |
| 4. [illustration: four pairs of legs in skirts showing feet positions] | D. warm up exercise |
What’s New
What are the arm and feet positions?
Activity 1: Arrange Me!
A. Directions: Arrange the feet positions by writing letters (A- E) on the boxes.
- _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. _____
[illustration: five unlabeled diagrams of feet positions, in order from left to right: two feet apart in a V-shape with heels together turned outward; two feet apart with toes pointed inward; a single pair of angled feet; a pair of feet with one crossed over the other; and a pair of feet with one foot in front of the other, heel close to toe]
B. Directions: Arrange the pictures by writing letters (A- E) on the boxes.
- _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. _____
[illustration: five figures showing arm positions, in order from left to right: arms raised overhead with forearms bent; arms raised overhead, hands together; arms extended straight out to the sides; arms bent with hands at the waist; one arm raised overhead and the other extended to the side]
What is It
There are five rudimentary steps in feet and arms. They are commonly termed as 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th position.
1ST POSITION Feet: Heels close together, toes apart with an angle of about 45 degrees. Arms: Both arms raised in a circle in front of chest with the fingertips almost touching, with the back of the hand facing front.
2nd POSITION Feet: Feet apart sideways at shoulder width. Arms: Both are raised sideward with a graceful curve at shoulder level.
3rd POSITION Feet: Heel of one foot close to in-step of other foot. Arms: One arm is raised in front as in 2nd position; another arm raised upward.
4TH POSITION Feet: One foot in front of other foot of a pace distance. Arms: One arm is raised in front as in 1st position; another arm raised overhead.
5TH POSITION Feet: Heel of front foot close to big toe of rear foot. Arms: Both arms raised overhead
Reference: http://hnupe.weebly.com/pe-2.html
What’s More
Activity 2: Try this.
Directions: Execute the following arm and feet positions. Put a check (/) corresponding with the column of your performance on the scoring rubrics.
(Using the Left) (Using the Right)
[illustration: two panels of five figures each, showing the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th positions; labels printed on the figures: 1ST POSITION, 2ND POSITION, 3RD POSITION, 4TH POSITION, 5TH POSITION]
Scoring Rubrics:
| POSITION | POOR (1) | FAIR (2) | GOOD (3) | VERY GOOD (4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ST | ||||
| 2ND | ||||
| 3RD | ||||
| 4TH | ||||
| 5TH | ||||
| Total Score |
What I Have Learned
Directions: Complete the sentences below to check your understanding about the lesson.
I have learned that
_____.The rudimentary steps are commonly termed as:
_____.
What I Can Do
Directions: Execute the combination of feet and arm positions. (Left or Right)
Scoring Rubrics:
| CRITERIA | POOR (1) | FAIR (2) | GOOD (3) | Very Good (4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mastery | ||||
| Execution (Coordination of feet and arms) | ||||
| Enthusiasm and Energy | ||||
| Expression and appearance | ||||
| Total Score |
Assessment
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in your activity sheet.
The position where the heel of the front foot is close to the big toe of the rear foot
- A. 4th
- B. 2nd
- C. 5th
- D. 3rd
Among the pictures, which is in the 4th arm position?
- [illustration: four pictures of a figure in different arm positions, labeled A, B, C and D]
This is a commonly used term for the rudimentary steps.
- A. A, B, C, D, E
- B. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD. 4TH, 5TH
- C. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- D. step, close, hop, slide, jump
The importance of knowing the rudiments of dance position
- A. It is the foundation of the whole picture of the dance.
- B. It is essential to a child’s further development in dance.
- C. It is used as starting position for the free-handing exercise.
- D. All the above.
The next to the position which is shown on the picture below.
- [illustration: figure with arms extended sideways, with feet apart]
- A. [illustration: figure in the position shown in choice A]
- B. [illustration: figure in the position shown in choice B]
- C. [illustration: figure in the position shown in choice C]
- D. [illustration: figure in the position shown in choice D]
Additional Activities
Directions: Get a partner and try to perform the combination of basic feet and arm positions, both in left and right side. Let your partner rate you by checking (/) the corresponding column for his/her observation of your performance where: 4=very good, 3=good, 2=fair, 1=poor, on the scoring rubrics.
Scoring Rubrics:
| CRITERIA | POOR (1) | FAIR (2) | GOOD (3) | VERY GOOD (4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mastery | ||||
| Execution (Coordination of feet and arms) | ||||
| Enthusiasm and Energy | ||||
| Expression and appearance | ||||
| Total Score |
Answer Key
[transcriber’s note: the answer key is printed rotated 180 degrees on the page; the table below reproduces its columns and entries]
| What I Know | What’s In | What’s New (A) | What’s New (B) | What’s More | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. B 2. D 3. C 4. D 5. C | 1. D 2. A 3. B 4. C | 1. B 2. D 3. A 4. E 6. C | 1. D 2. E 3. B 4. A 7. C | Put a check on the scoring rubrics | 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. D 5. C |
[transcriber’s note: the printed label “What’s I can do” appears in the tall column with “What’s More” and is not placed in a separate cell]
References
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