The grand finale  

Hi, LSKM family, I sit here today and type this with a heavy heart, this will be my last blog post, to think of it I really enjoyed the idea of “blogs”, it provided me with opportunities, to converse and intellectually dissect the content of LSKM. My blogging time was always quiet and relaxed and I also the blogs as an opportunity to vent!! I would like to thank each LSKM member for actively engaging in my blog and for the forum discussions that have indeed, helped me grow as an upcoming teacher. My week has been pretty crazy in fact this entire semester has been crazilyyy, busy!!!. But Im glad that we are almost done for this year, can you ever believe that we are half way through this degree!!

And I loved, loved this module and LSKM has really started many growth spurts in my academic life as well as my personal life.

Above all else I made meaningful friendships through LSKM blogs, forum discussions and group assignments.

1)My very own Lskm Story.

Personally, I’ve always loved and enjoyed music, throughout my life. I jump at any opportunity to slide to the dance floor, ‘’Tiktok” is my new dance platform hahaha!

At the beginning of the semester, I was very excited about the content that LSKM had to offer, however although I loved music, I never fully understood the educational bedrock of which music is founded on. I just enjoyed the beat and playing basic instruments such as the piano and guitar. If I had to compare the knowledge that I have absorbed from this module!!!THE ONLY WORD SUITED BEST TO DISCRIBE IT IS “EXTRAAAORDINARY””. I feel that I am adequately equipped with skills, that will empower me to be an exciting and musically sound educator in the near future.

2) what did I learn from your own individual reflections?

 Firstly, I learnt how to blog, this was my first blogging experience so far, I am now able to blog and I find it pretty interesting. I have learnt to critically analyze the content of the lskm  module, and then answer, in my own opinion what I learnt and felt, I learnt that there are many ways, in  which music can be understood .The most important aspect of  the individual reflections was that, my blog “forced” me to keep a schedule and by keeping a schedule, I was always on par with study units and the content that it offered and ultimately, I am can proudly say, that I can start  my own personal blogging site one day, and I can implement blogging systems in my classroom, and that I  now possess  a sound academic understanding of music.

What did you find challenging?

I did not find anything challenging about blogging, I thoroughly enjoyed working through each study unit and then reflecting on it. Blogging time was my relaxing time, where I could unwind and thoroughly enjoy what I am doing. I also enjoyed reading posts and blogs of other members of the lskm family,

Did you find the individual reflections meaningful?

Yes, I did the individual reflections very meaningful, I enjoyed reading my follow colleges blogs, I enjoyed the diversity and different opinions and suggestions. I enjoyed the fact that each one could read reflect and introspect on the thoughts and the “drama” of our lives.  Reading and commenting on the reflections kept me busy and continuously learning. I loved the idea that I could relay my brutally honest opinions, without any judgements, and I loved the idea that through my individual reflections, I made lots of memories, that I hold closely to my heart.

What would you change in you had the opportunity in the future?

I would not change a thing about the blogging factor, it was such a relaxing task for me personally. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of my blogging post!! I enjoyed reading the different opinions and perspectives of other fellow lskm bloggers.

3)what did you find interesting and meaningful?

Honestly, I found every bit of information in the lskm module interesting, but what stood out for me was the numerous benefits that music has in the lives of young children and adults as well, The reason I can say that music helps adults too, is that when I studied for a subject that I felt overwhelmed in, I played calming music, and amazingly, the music helped me memorize the information at a faster pace and I felt absolutely calm , while studying.. Examples of better retention I was blown away that music helps stimulate higher cognitive levels. I loved the concept of learning through music, learning with music and learning in music, study unit four, enabled me to integrate music both implicitly and explicitly into activities. I loved the idea of our new LSKM assignment 4, it inculcated me to be creative in my thinking and order processes, I can successfully say, that as a teach in the near future, I am fully equipped with skills and strategies to ensure that music is never ever neglected and seen as unimportant.

What challenged you, and what do you still struggle to understand?

I personally found, learning through music, with music and in music abit difficult to understand at the beginning of the semester, however after in-depth study and understanding. I am proud to say that I  fully understand that concept. One of the other concepts that I found abit tricky, was understanding how to read music, and recognize the types variety of notes, for example whole notes, half notes, quarter notes etc, however I am still on my educational journey in understanding how to read music. Lastly, discovering and practicing music elements, such as rhythm, beat etc, took me extra time to implement and understand, finally I am proud to state that I am now fully able, to execute, practice and implement most musical aspects, into my daily life and soon in my very own classroom.

What didn’t you find valuable for the future teaching practice?

I found every aspect that was included int the LSKM extremely valuable, each aspect led me to critical thinking and implementation. I can honestly say that through studying the Elements of the LSKM module, I will be 99.9% efficient in my music classroom. Aspects that stood out for me was the implicit and explicit manner in which music can be integrated into a classroom. As Miss Francis made mention, that teachers don’t always have enough time to incorporate a full music lesson, into the class, due to time constraints. I have learnt that music can be integrated in creative various strategies. Such as classroom routines, games, and transitions. So overall, EVERY ELEMENT WAS BENEFECIAL TO ME.

As I draw to the end, this is my final post. I would firstly like to Thank Miss Rina Francis, for such a stimulating and interesting module and for always going an extra mile to keep us on track. I would like to thank the LSKM family, for each one of their contribution’s. I wish you all a safe, happy and well rested summer break!!

SEE YOU NEXT YEAR 3^RD YEARS!!!!!!!

SIGNING OUT.

MISS JESMIEL NAIDOO.

 

Study unit 5 blog

Hey Lskm bloggers!

I hope you all are doing well and working hard as usual. Ive got some good news we almost at the end of our semester, Im looking forward to a well, rested, fun loving summer vacation. My week has been extremely busy,it was my daughters 3^rd birthday party, so there I was running around like a headless chicken!, nevertheless, the party was such  an exciting event and everything went on so well, the kids really enjoyed it.

I personally really enjoyed study unit 5, I loved the depth and intricacy of this study unit that it offered, It equipped me with the necessary skills on effective planning and different teaching and lessons strategies, it further draws close attention, to paramount importance of lesson planning. I strongly believe that after studying and reading through this study unit, I will be able to formulate and draw out lesson plans that will be beneficial to both teacher’s and leaners.

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

• Teachers are not fully equipped and educated on performing arts and music integration
• Teachers are off the “old fashioned” mentality that music and performing arts, are solely for enjoyment, and they do not understand the benefits that these components offer
• Teachers are off the mindset that performing arts, should be an option, because statistics prove that very few learners actually, consider a career based on music and performing art
• Schools are faced with economic and financial contestants, and believe that music and performing arts, is and additional cost to the school, Little do they actually realise that music and performing arts can be done at virtually no cost, but utilizing recycled materials.
• Teachers are under the impression that music and art integration activities are too time consuming.
• Teachers may have low- confidence, as they see music and art a daunting task, as they properly lack skills, to facilitate and execute art and music activities.
• Teachers and schools are of the notation, that the teaching and learning process, needs to be carried out in a systematic procedure, in other words, classes should be quiet and strict rigid learning takes place, and they feel that incorporating music and performing arts, causes “noise” and instructed learning procedures.
• Specific schools, might not follow prescribed documents, accurately, hence performing arts and music is left out.
• Some schools are labeled as “ACADEMIC MASTERS’’, hence music assessments and performing arts are neglected and seen as unimportant.

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.

• I will have statistics and academic articles that prove that art integration and music, gives rise to major benefits such as socialisation and communication skills, better retention and memorisation statistic’s. I will also provide evidence on how music provides benefits in terms of languages and mathematic skills.
• I will design and implement activities that include performing arts and music into my personal class, I will then video the lesson and have concrete evidence on the communication skills and cognitive development that the children learn.
• I will make it possible to carry out performing arts assesmnets and music activities, that will indicate that there is basically no financial burdens that could be placed, all materials will be used from recycled material.
• I will present the life skills CAPS documents, where it states that performing arts and music is actually written in black and white, and it is an important prerequisite especially in the foundation phase.
• I will suggest an idea, that a survey should be carried out, within the school, to assess which teachers actually have knowledge on performing arts and music, for those who do not have any knowledge, they can be given ideas by teachers who do understand the concepts of performing arts and music.
• I will suggest that the H.O.D, speaks to the principle to address the issue of neglect in terms of music and performing arts, and slot in a period that is allocated to these components, with this implementation, teachers would not be able to say that music and performing arts are too time consuming.

So that’s a wrap from me guys, I hope that my post will be beneficial to all of you and I was successfully, able to reiterate my feelings and thoughts.

Please feel free to comment on my post guys!, I am deffinatly looking forward to reading your responses

Take care guys, and stay safe,

Signing off

Jesmiel.

 

 

Study unit 4.

Hey LSKM221 bloggers, I hope you are all doing well, and staying safe. I am so glad that the covid 19 infection rate has decreased, it gives us a chance to actually breathe. However, we still need to stay as safe as possible. I am having such a busy week, so many assignments, so much of confusion. But I decided to take a break and sit on the porch and channel all of my thoughts into my blog post.

Guess what guys??

Summers here!!! Today is such a bright sunny day, as I Type this blog, I feel rays of sunlight on my face, and the crisp fresh summer air on my skin, how calming is this??!

 

Some people might say that arts integration is a waste of time in Foundation Phase education. Please explain how you would respond to such a statement by explaining your view on arts integration in the Foundation Phase.

I would respond to the above question by stating:

• That music is not only utilised in a manner that keeps children entertained, but music also has many positives, music offers holistic development, which would mean that integrating music into the foundation, will increase their ability to comprehend and to respond to that specific topic.

• From my personal observation I have noticed that children in the foundation phase often have problems with memorization, the integration of music can aid in efficient memory stimulation.
• Children between the ages of 5-9 also often experience bouts of “daydreaming”- music incorporation can aid in a sense of offering stimulating and attentive behaviour patterns.
• Integrating music into specific lesson, can make the lesson much more enjoyable and in turn, finding an easier and more effective ways to reach lesson goals and objectives for both the teacher and learner.
• I will also educate people on the benefits of music in a maths lesson.
• A learner can strike a drum once and ten twice and then the child can understand “ohhhh, 1 + 1 =2 ”1 strike + 1 strike = 2 strikes.
• I will also educate people on how music can be integrated into English, words can be said out aloud and for each syllable, a child claps.I personally believe music enhances and gives rise to interesting and innovating learning experiences to both the learner and teacher.

Art integration develops

• Effective memory retention
• Enhances the skills of a child to socialise
• Language proficiency
• Mathematical proficiency
• Offers Holistic development, ( cognitive, emotional and physical development)

Which aspects of study unit 4 did you find the most interesting and challenging?  Please use the following prompts to reflect on your experience:

• What did you find interesting? Please explain why.

The aspects that I found most interesting, was the creative ways in which music can be integrated into subjects. I loved the activities that were provided by our lecturer, but this also drove be to do my own research on how I could integrate music into my very own classroom in the near future. I also found the different strategies that can be implemented very interesting. In fact, I found every aspect of study unity 4 absolutely, informative. I also enjoyed the various YouTube videos that were provided, in study unit 4, being a distance student has many advantages and few disadvantages, for example distant students don’t have the opportunity, to attend physical lecturers, and have one-on-one contact, but I honestly felt that the YouTube videos, enabled us to have a glimpse of what actually goes on a classroom, and prepares us for our educational journey as teachers.

• What did you find challenging? Please explain why.

I personally did not find much challenging, but I must admit that the theoretical framework aspect, had me quite lost. I found it abit complex to understand what the aspect of the theoretical aspect meant, but after doing in-depth study I can officially say that I have a sound understanding of the theoretical framework.

Take care stay safe and have a happy Heritage day!!!!

That’s a wrap from me guys, until the next blog.

Please free to comment, looking forward to your insightful posts

 

Study unit 3

Hi bloggers, I hope you guys are all doing well, and everybody is safe and sound, and keeping their head above water, so this week, we’ve all submitted our lskm assignment 2, lets hope for the best. Guess what????

WE ARE ALMOST HALF WAY THROUGH THIS SEMESTER!!!, I Hope you all are keeping the midnight oil burning.

I have a funny story to tell before I get down to LSKM business, so today I go shopping and there was this old man, walking past me with a can of beans, he somehow slipped, and the can of beans fell on my foot!! Funny but SORE!!!! SO Moving onto study unit 3

• What possibly made some learners uncomfortable during these activities?

Learners could feel uncomfortable due to the fact, that they are not used to dancing Infront of others, or simply because they have a low self-esteem, or they don’t know how to dance or they are grown up in conservative families that don’t propagate dancing in their culture. This game could have possibly went against the rules their culture/ religion or parents have set our for them. Some children probably lack a father or father figure in their lives, and probably felt sad while listening to this song. Children were not exposed to house music therefore they do not know how to respond when this type of music is being played.

• Why were some learners uncomfortable?

1. Some learners were uncomfortable, because they did not understand the Zulu song Amapiano.
2.  Some learners come from cultures and religions that do not permit dancing at all or dancing amongst the opposite gender .

Can you think of ways to address these issues in future? What will you change?

4. I will choose a song that has several languages it in so that all children can understand.
5. I will pose the question to learners that students who feel uncomfortable dancing with boys, may form a group with only girls.’
6. I will also state that if any student, is not permitted to dance due to religious or cultural reasons they are more than welcome to read a story, book, or just simply watch the rest of the students dancing.

• How can we accommodate diverse learner profiles in our classrooms? What must we beware of?

5. Create activities that all children feel comfortable participating in.
5. Choose culturally and religiously permitted activities for specific children
5. We as educators have to ensure that all students feel comfortable.
5. Ensure that all children fare accommodated for.
5. It is of paramount importance to accept diversity and give learners the option whether they would like to participate or not.
5. I will draw up a weekly roster doing a different game with different languages, so that all languages are catered for
5. Mondays- African- indigenous music.
5. Tuesdays- classical music
5. Wednesday- modern day child applicable music
5. Thursday- could be a specific religious song.

Please feel free to comment!!

Until the next blog, bloggers!!!!

Hi bloggers…

This week has been one crazy week, trying to finish up tests and complete assignments, however my head is still above water. Getting there slowly. A lot of my time has been spent trying to figure out what is actually required to formulate a music activity, from choice of song, to a specific music activity, after reading through unit two, and all of the additional material that we’ve been provided with, I can finally say, I got the hang of this what an exciting fun filled activity that I will one day use in my very own classroom. I think that the impact of music is downplayed, in all honesty, music is my escape from this crazy world.

So ladies and gentlemen when you feeling abit under the weather, switch on your favourite song, and breathe in and out.

Individual reflection

1. As a Foundation Phase teacher, you have to choose between utilizing indigenous African music, Western Art music or contemporary commercial music (including popular music and film music) in your classes. Which would you choose? Please motivate your answer.

As we live in a diverse country, South Africa, from my opinion as a teacher I would choose indigenous African music.  My motivation for wanting to incorporate indigenous African music is, to enable all students to be developed in the culture that indigenous African music offers and from my point that will be stimulating to the growth and development of young children . With regards to indigenous African music, it only makes sense that the African heritage and culture is embraced my statement is supported by the notion of the term “diversity” , I would want each child to be educated on the different percussion instruments, and dances that come along with it, from my perspective I am an Indian living in south Africa, with South African roots I would definitely want my future children and other children  of other races to be educated on the significance on “our African culture and heritage “.We need to take into consideration that the two main aspects of African music is rhythm and melody, and as we know those two music elements are included in our music module. It is also very interesting to teach children how instruments where made and used in indigenous African music, Flouts were made from animal horns, trumpets where also made of wood and metal.

 Indigenous African music - needs to also be incorporated into my lessons in order to cater for diversity and in order to understand the educational history on how music came about in our very own continent. Integration of indigenous African music is the building block of the African culture, it plays an integral part in communication and expressing their emotions it also forms part of the many African  ceremonies  this in turn enables all children living in South Africa develop a form of identity as south Africans, the inclusion of ingenious music can also form bridges in certain aspects, children who lack capability in other subjects, can use indigenous music as a strong point in terms of their academic capability. Indigenous music also have the grounding of old African folk tale, in this day and age it is of paramount importance to enable folktales to be transferred from one generation to the next , African folktales include  proverbs, idioms and riddles, this will not only strengthen the musical aspect of education, but rather other comnplex language aspects. One of the main reasons I chose indigenous African music was, unlike western and contemporary music, which you find on radio stations and tv, indigenous music is often given the “back seat”, as an upcoming teacher, It is my personal mandate to ensure that indigenous African music never ever dies off.

2. Do you think that the examples and content offered in SU 2 are inclusive? Please motivate your answer.

Yes, yes and yes, the examples that have been given to us are beyond inclusive. The lecturer placed emphasis on providing us with different kinds of songs in different languages as well, ranging from nursery rhymes up to pop music that foundation phase learners listen to. Not only are the examples inclusive in terms of types of music, we have also been given examples of different music activities, body percussions, beat by movement, etc. These examples have really enlightened me on how interesting the concept of music is. The content is study unit 2 has effectively equipped me with the necessary skills that has enabled be to formulate my very own music activity that I will be submitting in my assignment two, I really enjoyed  the content of study unit two, and I really enjoyed combining my very  own music activity.

 

 3) What suggestions do you have for making the content more inclusive? Please provide examples of how the content and activities presented in SU 2 could be changed or adapted to be more inclusive.

I don’t think I can make many in-depth suggestions, but a minor suggestion would be, to have more videos on music activities. Videos that demonstrate in-depth music interaction and maybe also a basis on which each type of music activity can be based.  I would also suggest that we are taught how to read and interpret music Besides that I am completely satisfied with the content and examples of study unit 2. I loved it and im now looking forward to studying unit 3.

 I never knew music was this fun!!!

Turns out LSKM211, is offering more than I expected.

Take care and stay safe bloggers, keep your eyes peeled for my next blog.

Signing off.

Jesmiel Naidoo

     Unit 1; QUESTIONS!

Hey bloggers, so this is just my interpretation of unit 1.

            Explain your understanding of Vygotsky’s zone of proximal development.

What I understand from the zone of proximal development is that students are capable of completing any given task, however this is where the aspect of guided practice comes into the situation, supervision coming from a guided adult such as a teacher or parent. In the zone of proximal development, it is or paramount importance that individuals realise, that there are also stages of proximal development. There are three distinct phases.

Number 1

There are tasks that child cannot complete, reasons being the task may be too difficult for the child to complete, in stances like this the adult or parent is required to decrease the complexity of the task, in order to allow the child to complete the task.

Number 2.

The child is able to complete the task with the assistance of a teacher or parent, this scenario is of their proximal development, which means in it within their cognitive and social ability to complete the task.

Number 3.

The learner can complete the task without any assistance, whatsoever, the child in this stage is developed holistically and attains a sense of independence holistically

These are also some aspects that Vygotsky pointed out.

• Social interaction enables a student to explore their talents and abilities.
• It is or paramount importance to allow a skilled individual to guide learners through the process of learning
• Mixed ability activities are also recommended in order to facilitate guided help from students who have a higher cognitive development.

1. Summarise the most important aspects of the learning theories of Erikson, Piaget and Vygotsky for your teaching practice as foundation phase teacher.

ERIKSON- Erikson stated that a strong sense of individuality and perception is off paramount importance in the life of a child.

PIAGET-  Focus on the 4 strategic stages  ,sensorimotor intelligence, preoperational thinking, concrete operational thinking, and formal operational thinking.  Piaget believed that all children pass through these phases from birth to adolense.

VYGOTSKY- States that social interaction is of paramount importance to the cognitive development of a child

2. reflect on your newly gained knowledge of learning theories and holistic development and create a mind map in which you outline the most important aspects of holistic development in the foundation phase.

STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT

COGNITIVE DEVOPLMENT

MATHEMATICAL GROWTH

HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT

EMOTIONAL- DVELOPMENT

SENSORY DEVELOPMENT

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Increased self-awareness

LANGUAGE  GROWTH

THE ABILITY TO CONNECTT

MOTOR SKILLS

 

1. 4. Why is it important to have basic knowledge about the musical development of foundation phase learners?

Teachers in the foundation phase need to be fully aware of the of the music elements and music development because without us teachers, having sound knowledge of music development we will not be able to teach to our full capacity, as we all know the many benefits that come along with music, it would really be a shame if  a teacher is unable to successfully transfer the basic knowledge of music to the children

4. 5. create suggestions for music activities which will support the various developmental areas of foundation phase learners (see Music and the holistic development of foundation phase learners). Formulate at least three music activities that could support and promote each developmental area.
5. Sing along to the music playing on the audio base,
5. Being able to manipulate pitch and tone.
5. Incorporating dance into a lesson,
5. Using a song to learn a new concept, be it maths, language, or life skills.
5. Using music as a way to aid memorisation, etc. turn new concepts. Bodmas. Parts of speech etc.

1. 6. Write a short critique about the implications of knowledge about learning theories such as those of Erikson, Piaget and Vygotsky with regards to the way in which this knowledge informs your teaching approach as well as the way you approach activity planning.

 Vygotsky- Implies that is of no use to teach a child a task that a child cannot perform, and it is also of no use in teaching a child to do a task that they can already complete by themselves. His theory is based on the mere fact that teaching and learning should be done on a guidance practice stage, with explicit and implicit questioning and social interactions. Vygotsky also places emphasis on scaffolding which means that teachers should gradually increase the difficulty of tasks as students go through the learning process.

Piaget- From my personal opinion , I do not agree with Piaget simply because all children cannot be classified into those stages, I believe each child is different and each child develops at their own pace, some may reach certain aspects faster than others, and others might reach that same stage at a slower pace, but that does not determined the intellect of the child.

Erikson- Enables us as teachers to ensure that self- individuality activities are created, and to help build strong lasting relationships, between teachers and learners in the learning environment, and ultimately, build emotionally strong children for the future, I personally agree with his statement “A child who is confident in himself in a confident in every aspect of living”.

Please free to comment and make suggestions.

Bye bye.

Study unit 1-  Individual Reflection.

Hellooooooooooo Lskm family !!!!

1. Would you please describe your confidence in your current knowledge and skills to teach music through movement in the Foundation Phase as you start your LSKM 221 journey? In your answer, please also refer to your confidence to integrate music into your teaching practice currently.

My confidence, well I could describe my level of confidence as “slowly learning, but indeed more learning coming!!!”. In the work that I have gone through so far, is intriguing to me, however I do feel a bit overwhelmed in a sense where I question myself “would I be able to put the knowledge I have into actions”. I am generally a shy person of nature, but I’m sure that ill be able to shake that off soon enough. I aim in applying all of the skills that LSKM has equipped me with, to ensure that learners that I someday teach, will be developed holistically. I will also take it upon myself, to engage in extra study time, to ensure that I am fully capable.

2. I f you have to choose between incorporating Music education OR Physical education in the Foundation Phase curriculum to meet the holistic development needs of learners, which would you choose? In your answer, please explain which would be the best choice to ensure the opportunity for the holistic development of the learner and motivate your answer.

2)I would choose incorporating music education into my phase curriculum. Taking into-consideration the benefits of music education, and the holistic development that if offered to learners. My choice is supported by the fact that music offers development in language and mathematical reasoning, learners in the foundation phase are young and being exposed to music in their early years of life will enable development in areas of the brain which are stimulated by sound, this in turn will develop the left side of the brain, that is responsible for reasoning and language. Music creates a very exiting atmosphere in a classroom, this in turn will alleviate any issues of being bored. Music education is also said to have benefits of memorisation, Learners will constantly be listening to music and ultimately, improving their memory which is a skill, that will benefit them beyond the classroom. Music education will initiate dance, this will give rise to children being able to improve their motor and co-ordination skills, also playing musical instruments during class activities will also improve motor skills and eye co-ordination. The inclusion of music education will also cater for emotional development of the children, children listening to happy songs, enable them to feel bursts of happiness throughout their day, it also enables them to remain happy in cases of unhappiness, such as fights, disagreements etc.  educational music development t also enables students to practise new vocabulary and stimulates the imaginattion of children.

Signing off.

      Please feel free to comment and give me your opinion

Week 1- part 3.

Gooodmorning LSKM family

The content of the study unit that I have gone through so far, is super interesting. To me music was all about the “good feeling, gooving beat”, but after going through this study unit, it has come to my attention, that the concept of music runs sooo deep. I believe that the concepts coming from the 3 theorists, Piaget, Vgotsky and Erikson, will be beneficial in my teaching and learning journey as Foundation Phase teacher. I also think musical development, strategies, in turn will enable be to maximize the opportunity of teaching and also turning learning time into fun time for the children that I eventually teach. I have also grasped the idea of the holistic development that music has on children.

Looking forward to the bagged knowledge and activities that LSKM holds for all of us.

Peace bloggers!!!!

Week 1-part 2.

Heyyyyy bloggers !!!! 

I’ve learnt about the 3 learning theories, Erikson’s theory- with respect of Ericksons theory I feel this theory  is a theory that allows ample amount of physical activities as well as taking the child’s emotional needs into consideration, and this stands out for me, in the foundation phase we all know how students love to be “babied”, with  Piaget’s cognitive theory – I personally feel that the stages are too rigid and formulated, as not all children can be categorised  with the exact time frames well with  Vygotsky’s theory, Vygotsky made clear remarks on the importance of social interaction between children, and guidance from teachers, parents etc. In-fact I agree that both Erikson and Vygotsky theory are evidently applicable in our day and age. I have sound knowledge of these theories, since I’ve done these theories in the previous year and in other modules, each theory caters for different aspects of a child’s life, and that to me is pretty interesting. New facts that stood out for me, were the significance and paramount importance of music in a child’s life and guess what music enhances LANGUAGE AND Numeracy skills!!!! It helps in the development of the child, in day every normal life as well as cognitive development, music also increases attention span, and we all know of the constant struggle of keeping students occupied!!! Music tends to lighten up the atmosphere for learning, which then in turns a happy stimulating environment for our babies.

What I feel stood out most for me was the fact that children are aware of sounds way before they are born!! How amazing!!! Babies first become aware of their mothers’ heart while they are in the womb of their mothers, this fact literally has me blown me away!!!! , this explains why children ALWAYS find comfort in their mothers!! What I also found super interesting was the fact that from the age, 5 children start to form sounds that fall under the pitch category, and by the time they are 6 they are able to harmonise, resulting in tone and pitch accuracy.

Take care bloggers and stay safe!!!!

Week 1 part 1.

Hey all you wonderful people.

So welcome to my chaotic life, boy oh boy! This week has been one “hell of a ride”. So, I decided to reschedule my sleeping and waking times, to accommodate adequate time for my study time, cooking and cleaning and taking care of my fidgety 3-year-old. Let me start of by saying I feel as if I’m the weakest link. I woke up this morning and guess what? there’s no electricity, which obviously means no WIFI, which means no studying or cooking is able to get done, Thank you ESKOM!! I am swamped with assignments; I feel so overwhelmed and defeated. In all honesty I decided to have a cup of coffee and a breath of fresh air, I must admit that it was so therapeutic. Hey guys there, that’s a tip on how you could deal with life’s ups and downs. This week was a public holiday “woman’s day”, so being a woman, I took a small break, and as I took this break, I fell into deep thought, thinking of the many struggles that woman have, the upkeep of a home, the care of your babies lay on your shoulders, issues of gender biased inequalities and NEVER Forgetting, GENDER BASED VIOLENCE. I think this is exactly, what I needed. I needed to feel empowered, I needed to feel strong and I needed to feel equal. This is a message to every single woman on this blog, never give up, you are strong, and you are capable. WE ARE ALL MORE THAN CONQUEROUS. The famous South African quote “Wathinta abafazi, wathint' imbokodo!”,-  which means

You strike a woman, you strike a rock, I hope this empowers all you beautiful woman.

 getting back to the chaos in my life, my toddler decides that she wants to be abit“extra”” and decides to spill tea on my laptop, so I had to run around like a headless chicken trying to salvage my laptop and guess what?? I couldn’t, so all my assignment preparations are now lost, breathing in and out as I type this, I’m starting all over again. 

With regard to my academic schedule, this week I completed my ENFF test, my AFAF test and my MFPC test. Maths is giving me a run for this semester, but ill get through this. I am also currently studying for my EDCC224 and LSKM test. I plan on starting a draft of my LSKM second assignment. I aim to finish up all of my academic tasks during the week and spend the weekend with my baby and family.

There were so many disruptions to my studying this week, and heart-breaking ones too, I lost my uncle to covid, that made me tremble in my boots, and filled me with bouts of anxiety being surrounded by grief and sorrow tends to dampen your spirit I should say. I lost study time, due to funeral arrangements, and having guests over at my house. Infact I also lost time trying to create a fancy blog, gosh those things are difficult, then I soon realised that I wouldn’t be penalised if I used the Efundi blog system, so here I am typing this blog!

Woooh, feels good blogging and venting.  I feel such a great load of my shoulders.

That’s a wrap up of how my week went bloggers!

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