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Overview
This course
provides direct movement & music experiences, lectures, and readings. The
concepts, games and methods introduced can also be used as effective
educational tools in teaching Science, Mathematics, English, History, Art
and other subjects. Participants will be able to teach songs, rhythm
patterns, rhythmic poetry and movement explorations to children. Young
students will also understand the use of time, shape and energy as
teachers apply the creative movement they learned and experienced during
the course.
Aim
Learn the
conceptual framework of music and movement and create innovative plans
that integrate into classroom curriculum.
Objective
Participants
will:
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understand
the vital and necessary elements of music and movement
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be exposed
to various forms of music, movement, rhythm and dance
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learn how to
teach creative movement, coordination and muscle control to children
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integrate
concepts of music and movement into other disciplines from elementary to
secondary levels.
Content
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Benefits of
Music and Movement
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Music &
Movement as Curriculum Connectors
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Music & Rhythm
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Stomp!
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Introduction
to World Dances
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Educational
Gym
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Cooperative
Activities
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Safe Dance
Practices
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Choreography
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Brain Dance
Course Duration
8 weeks on a
part-time study for 4 hours per session. Sessions include classroom
discussions/ participation, hands-on training activities and peer teaching
practice.
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:20
Assessment
Admission Criteria
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Minimum 3
"O" levels with credit in English
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Any other
recognised Certification, Diploma or Degree
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Mature
candidates by interview and approval from the School
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