TEAC 1007 Creative Arts for Early Learning
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 102664
Coordinator Joanne Frost Opens in new window
Description This subject will engage students in developing a critical appreciation for the role of the arts in their own right, in society and in the early years. Students will develop appreciation for the relevance of the arts in children’s play and identity formation, and as meaning making and communication tools. Opportunities for creative thinking and creative expression will be explored firsthand through introductory experiences and theory in the areas of drama, music, visual arts, dance and media arts.
School Education
Discipline Teacher Education: Early Childhood
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 1926 Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood).
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reflection | 1,000 words | 30 | N | Individual |
| Annotated Bibliography | 150 words x 6 | 30 | N | Individual |
| Portfolio | Artefacts (reflecting 5 hrs engagement in three art forms) and written summaries (300 words each for each of three art forms) | 40 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Dinham, J., and Chalk, B. (2022). Its arts play. Young children belonging, being and becoming through the arts. (2nd ed). Oxford University Press.
Teaching Periods