Hi everyone,

Today I am feeling slightly overwhelmed. It is tuff working and studying. I am trying to stay positive and do my best. The semester is almost at an end, and I happy very happy to get this semester done and over with. 

• What new things did you become aware of when working through this study unit’s content?

Lesson planning is important especially when it comes to music. There is a lot of things you need to consider to make a music plan successful. 

• What concept/element/idea was most significant for you in this study unit?

The section on food for thought when planning a music lesson was interesting to read and a few tips to keep in me for the future when it comes to planning a music lesson.  

Individual reflection

• What could the possible reasons be that assessment is neglected in Performing Arts and Music in the Foundation Phase?

I would say it can be the following reasons, lack of knowledge and skills regarding the syllabus requirements, lack of time to plan music lessons, not enough time in the teaching day, lack of priority for music, lack of personal musical experience, and lack of appropriate resources. 

• Please explain how you would advocate for and heighten awareness about the importance of assessment when speaking with your HOD about your concerns in this regard.
• Part Check — Students in groups of three or four sing or play their parts together. Use VIDEO to expedite the performance process and to provide numerous views if necessary to arrive at an appropriate score.
• Google Forms — As more schools provide laptops or iPads to children, utilizing Google Forms for rapid evaluation has never been easier. The form might be a short, electronic departure ticket or a lengthier quiz with a variety of question kinds.
• Exit tickets- Are one of the simplest methods found for eliciting a fast, physical response from the whole class. Here are some exit ticket ideas that you might use in your classroom:
  1. Name at least one-stringed instrument.
  2. A half note has how many beats?
  3. This sentence should be sung by your teacher. Is it possible that it contains our enigmatic note? (Circle whether you agree or disagree)
• Make use of written assessments by having students discuss their own works.
• Have learners dictate a sentence you've pre-recorded for them as a written evaluation.

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