This unit introduces you to Arts education and the practice of teaching with and through creative approaches in primary education. These approaches include an introduction to curriculum, planning, pedagogies and assessment that promote effective learning and teaching of the Arts, with a focus on the areas of music, drama, dance, visual arts design, technology and media. You will also consider how these Arts areas can productively intersect with other curriculum areas. Students will explore meaningful self-expression and communication through the Arts through a range of creative approaches.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Recommended readings for this unit will be provided to students via the Learning Management System (VU Collaborate)
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.