Hi everyone!
To tell the truth I almost forgot about the blog post because of all the work from other modules. The lady who asked about the posts on the group thank you for reminding me. This weeks has been a bit hectic. Particularly with all the peer marking of other modules.
Study unit 5
This unit is challenging and interesting and it has given me an idea of how to incorporate music and arts into the class lessons. I saw how important the planning and infusing with music and arts is done and how important that is.
1.    What could the possible reason be that assessment is neglected in the performing arts and music in the foundation phase?
I believe there could be a variety of reasons like:-
•    Foundation phase day is too small and teachers can’t fit everything in that little time.
•    Some schools don’t have enough resources to play and learn music and arts.
•    Some teachers take performing arts for granted and they concentrate in teaching math and or languages.
2.    Please explain how you would advocate for and heighten the awareness about the importance of assessment when speaking with the HOD about the concerns in this regard?
•    As much as all subjects are assessed I believe that performing arts and music should be assessed too so as to help the teachers to see the progress of the learners. Some teachers take performing arts and music for granted maybe because it doesn’t have to be assessed. If this can change they will take it serious and things will improve.
I never thought performing arts and music are important but since learning this module my perception has really changed. I’m going to put more effort and make sure that music and arts are a part of my lessons when I become a teacher.
Until next time
BYE!!!!!!