Area: | Department of Education |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Integration theoretical studies and practical applications across a diverse range of dramatic experiences. Develops understanding of the complex cultural and social bases of dramatic expression through performing arts, music and language. An examination of fundamental nature of 'storying', voice, dramatic accessories, mime and movement in the contemporary classroom. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have- Identified the theoretical beliefs and practices associated with movement and drama for early childhood and primary school years. Demonstrated an awareness of the cultural and social basis of dramatic expression through the performing arts. Identified the practical implications for planning, management and observation of children's dramatic experiences in the contemporary classroom. Identified and demonstrated the qualities of an integrated performing arts focus in early childhood and primary classrooms. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Booth, D. (1987). Drama Words. Toronto, Language Study Centre, University of Toronto. |
Unit Texts: | Booth, D. (1987). Drama Words. Toronto, Language Study Centre, University of Toronto. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Essay 25%, Folio 50%, Tutorial 25%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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