Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should have developed knowledge and understanding of basic practical skills required for each of the four areas of the creative arts - art, dance, drama and music; curriculum issues concerning the creative arts in education; a rationale for each of the arts in education; initiating, presenting and evaluating classroom programs in each area of the creative arts with confidence.
Synopsis The subject focuses on four areas - art, dance, drama and music education. It aims to introduce students to the nature of each of the creative arts and its implications for child development; to introduce students to the practice of the arts in the school curriculum; to assist students to develop a rationale for each of the arts and be prepared and confident to teach the creative arts in the primary school.
Assessment Written: 50% + Practical work: 50%