By engaging in this module I was able to learn a lot of  beneficial things.  From this module I learnt about the importance of music in the development of foundation phase learners.  I learnt the importance of a well and detailed lesson plans among other things. 

With the knowledge I gained from this module I will be able to include music in my lesson efficiently which will benefit me for the rest of my teaching years. 

My name is Ms LL Molokoane.  I am a 23 year old from Meriting, Rustenburg.  I'm a mother to a 5 year old girl who means the world to me. I'm also a Sister an aunt and a daughter. 

I chose foundation  phase because I believe that children are the future and the best way to secure our future is to teach children.  I want to start grooming children from an early age. 

One of the most challenges I met on my academic journey has to be online learning, difficulties with network has hindered me from completing some of the most important tasks. But as hard as it is I'm trying my best and I promised myself that I will graduate on record time.

Most important aspects when planning a lesson

When planning a lesson teachers need to consider the objectives, the goals, Assessment/ Evaluation, content as well as the materials.  

A lesson plan serves as a guide that a teacher uses everyday to determine what the learners will learn , how the lesson will be taught and how the learning will be evaluated.

Study unit 5 focuses on planning , its importance and its structure.  After engaging in this study  unit I'm able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the basic structure and content of a well planned music in the foundation phase. I'm able to select , evaluate and apply various teaching methods when planning and presenting a music lesson in the subject life skills.  I can incorporate movement, games and arts integration strategies when planning lessons. 

This week I feel under pressure and very stressed. I'm worried about my academic performance and I'm anxious to whether I passed or not.

Study unit 4 focuses on the value and the nature of designing teaching and learning activities incorporating principles of arts integration in the foundation phase classroom with a specific focus on music education. 

After studying this unit I was able to discuss and evaluate the value of arts integration in the subject life skills in the foundation phase. Discuss the value of arts integration for the holistic development of the foundation phase learner . I can discuss the value of arts integration within inclusive, multicultural classrooms in the foundation phase. I can Identify , evaluate and select different strategies for arts integration in the foundation phase and I can plan activities and lessons focused on the arts integration for the subject life skills in the foundation phase. 

Study Unit 3 focuses on the nature and value of play in the foundation phase as well as how you can incorporate elements of play during musical activities throughout the day in a foundation phase classroom.

After engaging in this study unit I'm able to identify and discuss the characteristics of play. I can discuss and evaluate the role of musical play as part of the subject Life skills in the foundation phase. I am able to discuss the value of musical play within multicultural classroom in the foundation phase. I can identify and discuss the value of play for the holistic development of the foundation phase learners . From this study unit I'm now able to identify, plan and present various types of musical games suitable for foundation phase learners. 

Study unit 2 focuses on the various music concepts and various types of music activities. 

In this study unit  I gained knowledge and understanding of music activities suitable for foundation phase learners . I'm now able to identify and demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of and respond to music elements through non - locomotor and locomotor movements. I learnt to evaluate and select appropriate teaching methods to plan activities which will facilitate foundation phase learners in responding to music. From this study unit I'm now able to Identify and apply appropriate teaching strategies for using non melodic percussive instruments to perform and respond to music in foundation phase. 

From study unit 1 I learnt the value of music in the development of foundation phase as well as the importance of music.

I have learnt that music activities especially moving to music (dancing) and playing instruments promotes physical development.  Through engagement in music activities foundation phase learners also have opportunities for  cognitive development. Music education enhances attentiveness, multitasking and promotes both numeracy and literacy skills. When learners make music with their peers they have an opportunity to engage in social interaction. Music activities such as ensemble playing, singing in groups, moving in groups and playing together foundation phase learners can foster relationships and possibly form new relationships.  When foundation phase learners experience music activities, they have the opportunity to develop personally. Learners experience success in music education when they are able to successfully participate in music activities with their peers.  This experience contributes to learners gaining confidence and believing in themselves and their abilities to be creative and make music with others.  I also learnt that when learners experience music with various moods, they learn to identify various emotions. they also learn to express these emotions provoked by music which in turn supports them in learning to identify and express their own emotions appropriately. Through engagement in music activities with others, they also learn to be sensitive to the emotions of others which consequently could lead to improved empathy and emotional intelligence.

In conclusion, i learnt that music is very important for the holistic development of foundation phase.