Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Education

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• Unit Title

  Music, Health & Physical Education and the Young Learner

• Unit Code

  MHP4101

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  10

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

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Description

This unit will introduce pre-service teachers to the theory and practice of Music Education, Health Education and Physical Education in the development of children aged 3-8 years. Pre-service teachers will be introduced to the current and relevant curriculum documents for The Arts (Music Education) and Health & Physical Education learning areas. The unit will focus on the development of fundamental skills and knowledge to assist in designing, organising, implementing and evaluating quality learning experiences in these learning areas. A significant practical component provides opportunities for pre-service teachers to engage in, and reflect upon learning experiences, which contribute to children's self-esteem and enjoyment in The Arts (Music Education) and Health & Physical Education Learning Areas.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded EAH4101

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Describe practices that promote Music Education and Health & Physical Education in early childhood settings and the wider community.
2. Explain the pedagogical theories and principles for the teaching of Music Education and Health & Physical Education in the early childhood settings.
3. Identify and evaluate teaching, learning and assessment pedagogical practices appropriate to achieving learning outcomes in Music Education and Health & Physical Education in early childhood settings.
4. Interpret and apply the current and relevant curriculum documentation associated with The Arts (Music Education) and Health & Physical Education for the early childhood years.
5. Summarise the principles and practices appropriate to providing young children with a creative, supportive and safe learning environment in Music Education and Health & Physical Education.

Unit Content

1. Current and relevant curriculum documents.
2. Practices for promoting Music Education and Health & Physical Education in early childhood settings and the wider community.
3. Teaching, learning and assessment pedagogical practices in Music Education and Health & Physical Education.
4. The pedagogical theories and principles of Music Education and Health & Physical Education in the early childhood settings.
5. The practical exploration of skills and knowledge in Music Education and Health & Physical Education.

Additional Learning Experience Information

A combination of lectures, practical workshops, prescribed readings, ICT applications and Blackboard, for both on-campus and residency modes of study.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• ^ Pound and Harrison (2003) Supporting Musical Development in the Early Years. UK: Open University Press.
• ^ Music text
• Edwards, L.C., Bayless, K.M., & Ramsey, M.E. (2005). Music: A way of life for young children. (5th ed). New Jersey: Pearson.
• Flohr, J.W. (2005). The musical lives of young children. New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
• Gallahue, D.L., & Donnelly, F.C. (2003). Developmental physical education for today's children. (4th ed). Dubuque, IA: Brown and Benchmark.
• Wright, S. (Ed.)(2003). Children, meaning-making and the arts. South Melbourne: Pearson Education.
• MASTEC [Sound Recording]. (2002). Children's songs. Perth: Author.
• Noonan, S. (2005). Hands on music outcomes. Perth: Rossendale Press.
• Pica, R. (2004). Experiences in movement birth to age 8. New York: Delmar Learning.
• Sayer, N.E., & Gallagher, J.D. (2001). The young child and the environment. Issues related to health, nutrition, safety and physical activity. Boston: Allyn and Bacon.
• Tinning, R., Macdonald, D., Wright, J., & Hickey, C. (2001). Becoming a physical education teacher. Contemporary and enduring issues. Sydney: Prentice Hall.
• True, A. & Fullerton, W. (2004). Music in primary schools. Perth: MASTEC.
• Education Department of Western Australia. (1997). Fundamental movement skills assessment manual. Perth: Author.
• Campbell, L., & Musumeci, J. (2005). Active children: Healthy now and later. Canberra: Australian Early Childhood Association.
• Greata, J. (2006). An introduction to music in early childhood education. New York: Thomson Delmar.

^ Mandatory reference

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