Assessment Details:
According to R. S. Peters, the word “education” implies that something worthwhile is being is being learned (qtd. in Barrow and Woods 26). What is the value of an education in dance? Answer this question with reference to the module’s assigned resources. Then, critically reflect on your own experience as a teacher or learner of dance in relation to your understanding of the value of a dance education.
Mode of Assessment:
Essay: 3,500 words (100%)
Reference:
Barrow, Robin, and Ronald Woods. An Introduction to Philosophy or Education. 4th ed., Routledge, 2006.
Assessment Criteria:
The work is expected to demonstrate:
ï‚· In-depth knowledge and understanding of selected philosophical perspectives on education and their application to the study of dance (30%) (LO1, LO2, LO3)
ï‚· Ability to critically discuss the nature and function of dance education (20%) (LO1, LO2, LO3, LO5)
ï‚· Ability to engage in philosophical enquiry, using appropriate language skills and sound critical argument (20%) (LO4, LO5, LO6)
ï‚· Ability to critically reflect on personal experience in dance education, using appropriate academic conventions (30%) (LO4, LO5, LO6)
