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1 online resource (384 pages) |
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Cover; Dedication; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgements; About the author; Chapter 1: The state of the arts; Summary of content in music, media arts, art, dance and drama; Introduction; The arts in society; Communication and self-expression; Cultural heritage and social identity; Values and emotions; Personal development; Creativity and life skills; Industry and vocation; Quality of life; Principles of learning; Constructivist learning; Inquiry-based learning; Authentic learning; Different ways of viewing arts education; 1. Process-oriented activities: Letâ#x80;#x99;s learn the arts and be creative |
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2. Time-filler activity: Letâ#x80;#x99;s do art to fill in time3. Closed activities: Weâ#x80;#x99;ve done the theme, now colour the picture; 4. Open-ended activities: Here are the materials, letâ#x80;#x99;s make something; 5. Product-oriented activities: Letâ#x80;#x99;s put on a show; Who should teach the arts? The generalist v the specialist debate; The specialist teaching the arts; The generalist teaching the arts; Specialist or generalist?; Specialist and generalist; Implementing a quality arts program; Knowledge; Skills; Attitudes; Springboards for discussion and application; Further Reading; References |
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Chapter 2: The creative arts classroomIntroduction; The importance of the arts; Academic achievement; Respect for self and others; Training for life; Confident communication; Self-confidence; Posture; Enthusiasm; Aids; Know your subject; Engage your students; Review for feedback; Classroom management strategies: The CREATIVE model; Children; Rewards, rules and routines; Environment; Attitude; Time and resource management; Interactive activities; Variety; Effective communication; Lesson planning in the arts; Make good teaching great!; Scaffolding; Resources; Teacherâ#x80;#x99;s preparation |
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Lesson plansReflection and evaluation; Assessment in arts education; Observation; Consultation; Using outcomes and indicators; Self-assessment; Peer assessment; Other forms of assessment; Using learning centres; Why use learning centres?; How to set up learning centres; Springboards for discussion and application; Further Reading; References; Chapter 3: Music education; Introduction; Why teach music education?; Music in the primary classroom; Start at the very beginning; Other approaches to music education; Elements of music; Duration; Pitch; Tone colour; Dynamics; Structure |
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Repertoire in musicVocal music; Chants and raps; Childrenâ#x80;#x99;s songs and rhymes; Game songs; Appropriate popular songs; Some musical terms explained; 1. Beat; 2. Rhythm; 3. Time signatures; 4. Pitch and note names; 5. Note and rest values; 6. Scales; 7. Chords; 8. Bass notes; 9. Pentatonic (five-note) scale; 10. Ostinato; 11. Graphic scores; 12. Italian terms; 13. Phrases; 14. Tuned and untuned percussion instruments; Making (creating and performing) and Responding to (appreciating) music; Making (creating); Making (performing); Responding (listening and appreciating); Practical considerations |
| Summary |
"The 4th edition of MMADD about the Arts brings a fresh approach to each of the art forms, linking the songs, learning experiences, graphic scores, programs and lessons mentioned in each chapter to the artsMMADD.com website, home to hundreds and hundreds of these creative arts resources for teachers." -- Back cover |
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Singing and â#x80;¦ |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
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Art -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Art -- Study and teaching -- Australia
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Dance -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Drama -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Performing arts -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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School music -- Instruction and study.
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Art -- Study and teaching
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Art -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Dance -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Drama -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Performing arts -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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School music -- Instruction and study
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Australia
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781488682827 |
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1488682828 |
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