The Chains Resource Pack

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The Resource Pack has been designed to support the Key Stage 3 Citizenship curriculum, which became a compulsory subject in September 2002, and the dance option within the secondary PE curriculum. It was designed on the premise that many PE teachers have had very little dance training and therefore require some assistance. The ISTD also felt that it would appeal to ISTD dance teachers teaching at both dance schools and educational establishments.

For more information, please see http://www.istd.org/chains

The Resource Pack consists of a video, CD and a teacher's handbook.

The Video

The 2 hour video features 6 dance routines, representing 6 issues in the Citizenship curriculum. The video is in 2 sections. The first half takes the form of a workshop where a section of each dance is broken down and taught by the choreographer himself, assisted by 4 dancers. Rehearsal music is provided to practice the steps as you go along.

The second section is a performance of all the dances by 40 young dancers who have had some dance training. This shows not only a more advanced interpretation of the choreography, but also demonstrates how the individual dances could be combined to create a school production.

The CD

The inclusion of a CD in the pack enables teachers and students to rehearse the routines when a television and video are either not available or appropriate.

The Teacher's Handbook

The handbook, written by Heather Jarvis, Head of Education at UNICEF UK, assists in the teaching of the Citizenship curriculum and expands upon issues raised in the video. Included are activities, case studies, background information and suggestions for further resources.

*Please note that you cannot order the Chains Pack through the website. To order, please call +44 (0)20 7377 1577, or email sales@istd.org*