Music and Movement

Course code ECCE 2102

Credit 2.0

Length 40.0 hours

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The purpose of this course is to introduce the attitudes, knowledge base and skills for effectively integrating creative movement, drama, dance and music in curriculum and program planning for young children. The course highlights the importance of these experiences to the development of positive self-concept, confidence, creativity and learning in all domains of growth and development.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • 1. How music affects children's physical, emotional, social and cognitive skills.
  • a. Concepts of space, time, force and body movement in music and movement activities
  • b. Role of music in the holistic development of children
  • c. Movement and music develop imagination and creativity
  • 2. What is appropriate creative music and movement activities and experiences
  • a. Appropriate music and movement activities
  • b. Range of props, music and movement activities
  • c. A repertoire of movement and music activities
  • d. Music, drama, movement and dance in daily routines

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.