EDF3504

Early Childhood Expressive Arts (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Mr B Greaves

Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Singapore Term 2 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: As a result of participating in this unit students will gain opportunities to develop understanding, skills and teaching experience in a range of developmentally appropriate early childhood expressive arts approaches; experience the practical aspects of both performing and visual arts methodologies; extend understandings and skills in the areas of early childhood Music, Dance and Drama through creating, performing and evaluating tasks; design and construct at least two puppets which may be used in multi arts performances; develop skills in design, layout and presentation with the aid of a computer.

Assessment: Written assignment (1500 words): 35% + Practical work (equivalent 2500 words): 65% + Hurdle: 80% attendance at music classes

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week