What I have learned in study unit 1

As I was going through the content I have learned the 3 learning theories of Erikson stages of psychosocial development, Piaget’s cognitive development theory and Vygotsky zone of proximal development.

Erikson stages development- focuses on the influence of social interaction and relationships on learning which means during these stage children strongly rely on feedback from peers, teachers and parents to feel proud and confident about their abilities and achievements. Piaget’s cognitive development- focuses on the notion that children learn by interacting with the world and that they build new knowledge based on existing skills and knowledge (prior knowledge) which means that children think differently than adults. Vygotsky zone of proximal development- is more of social interaction and language development which means that Vygotsky development draws the importance of designing teaching and learning activities during which learners can discover content and solve problems independently and together by actively engaging with new content and skills and working with peers in social contexts.  What I have learned in learning theories is that it helps to explain how learners receive, process, and retain knowledge during learning.

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?

My confidence in teaching music to learners is not 100% fulfilled as I am yet to learn with the LSKM module. I believe that through the LSKM modules going forward I will learn different skills and knowledge in music through movement but with my current knowledge and skills I know that music through movement is that, when children take a role part in music and movement activities, they are allowed to have relaxation, be imaginative and shake a leg around and kindle off some energy. I do believe that the discovery of music can enhance knowledge and boost practical classroom atmosphere. Throughout enlargement phase, energetic betrothal with music can bump the way the brain can procedure knowledge, enhancing the insight of language and speech, and afterwards improving the ability to communicate with people and learning to read.

2. Both music and physical education play important roles in the holistic development of the young learner. However, if 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?

The sad part is that both music education and physical education are entangled structure. It is sad to choose one but if I had to choose I would choose physical education in the holistic development of learners, because a lively life can supply to the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of learners.  Holistic approach motivates learners to make interconnection in content, using their innovative skills. Holistic development infuses an eccentric curiosity and promotes better conversation and social skills. When a child is in good physical condition, they are capable to center on interest activities like playing with friends, acquiring knowledge of letters and sounds, and exploring the outdoors. Holistic learning places centers on physical well-being, including a well-rounded, healthy diet and approach to physical activity throughout the day.