Rhythmic and Expressive Movement

    Unit code: SPE2000 | Study level: Undergraduate
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Footscray Park
    N/A
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit provides students with an overview and practical experience of rhythmic and expressive movement for children’s physical activity participation. It will examine: movement sequences using different body parts and in response to stimuli; designing and performing imaginative movement sequences; combining elements of effort, space, time, and objects to perform movement sequences; and exploration of rhythmic and expressive movement forms.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Apply knowledge of movement patterns and concepts to analyse and create movement sequences according to given criteria;
    2. Develop activities to enhance movement skills, participation and performance in rhythmic and expressive movement with creativity;
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts and safe practices; and,
    4. Compose and perform movement sequences using exposition and analyse of the impact of effort, space, time, and objects on movement.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Online quiz x 2 (10% each)
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Instructional Plan
    Assessment type: Presentation
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Instructional Experience
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Dance Video Tutorial

    Required reading

    Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

    As part of a course

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