EDF5119

Communicating through the arts (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr G Hurworth

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit students should have: i. an understanding of basic art and music concepts; ii. basic skills in playing classroom instruments; iii. experience in creating musical and visual art works; iv. an understanding of and a critical approach towards current curriculum documents; v. confidence in planning music and art activities which will foster children's abilities to communicate through music and art; vi. an understanding of how music and art may be integrated with other curriculum areas and contexts; vii. knowledge and understanding in using a variety of assessment techniques to evaluate student learning and development in music and art; viii. begun to adopt a reflective approach to teaching music and art.

Assessment: Assignment 1: Primary Art Portfolio: 2000 words equivalent: 50% + Assignment 2: Music test: 2000 words equivalent: 50%

Contact Hours: 3 hrs per week