Units, Stage 2 – Creative Arts
Stage 2 sample units to support implementation of the Creative Arts K–6 Syllabus (2024).
Syllabus
Creative Arts K–6 Syllabus (2024) © NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for and on behalf of the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, 2024.
Creative Arts K–6 sample units align with the department’s scope and sequence. The structure follows NESA’s sample whole school curriculum plan and is organised on an 8-term-per-stage basis. Two sample units for Stage 2 have been released.
This unit teaches students how dance and music have been shaped by people and places throughout history. They compose, perform and appreciate dance styles from different decades, including rock’n’roll, disco and hip-hop. In Music, students explore these styles through composing, performing and listening.
This unit teaches students how creative practices are shaped by people, time and place. In dance, students experiment with space, time and dynamics to compose, rehearse and perform Korean pop (K-pop). In music, students investigate features of K-pop music and create accompaniments and original compositions using pitch, rhythm, timbre and structure.
Feedback
We value your insights to inform the ongoing refinement of these units. After teaching, we invite you to provide feedback on the unit's effectiveness, what worked well and what could be improved.
To access the survey, scan the QR code or go to Creative Arts K–6 units survey.
