Understanding Arts and Arts Education (Theory) Block : Art Education

(ii) FOR PERFORMING ART
We do not need expensive instruments, costumes and jewellery to conduct
performing art activities. Thematic materials made for visual art can be shared
with performing art. Masks, crown, costumes, created in visual art may be used
in drama, role play etc. For example, visual concept of shape and space are made
‘real’ through dance. Themes explored through dance may be developed further
through a variety of visual art media. However, for performance, children can
make their own sets, costumes, masks. Making costumes can be as simple as
transforming an old T-Shirt and trouser into a wonderfully imaginative outfit
just by pinning and carefully chosen out cuts. The teacher’s own contribution
should consist in finding feasible ways to stimulate the children’s innovation
Many types of material commonly available can be used like a:
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String of beads.
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Paper jewellery
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Ordinary traditional saree

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Planning and Organization of Art Education
Block 1 : Art Education
Notes
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Commonly played instruments.
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Paper for making different backdrops
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Jewellery made out of flowers, leaves, wax and clay
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Different masks.
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Crape paper to make decorations
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Different props.
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Various types of puppets
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Mike or sound system
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Various type of clothes
A TEACHER SHOULD KEEP IN MIND
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Collection of material should be done well before the time for the activity.
Materials in your plan should be easily available.
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Avoid sharp objects/ materials. Material should be safe for children.
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Children should be encouraged to bring in materials, but not forced.
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Create a magic box or basket in class where children can put in materials as
and when collected by them.
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Avoid burdening parents with requests for materials.
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Buying material by children should be avoided.
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The children should be divided into groups to collect materials and work on
the activity.
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Remember material should be environment friendly.
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Keep flexibility in sitting arrangement in the classroom.
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Put children in charge of materials in groups, and change places regularly.
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Appreciate the cultural context of the material.
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Material should be age specific.
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Your best and most reliable material is you and your student’s imagination.
The children will play their part in conserving supplies, once they understand
how and why they should be cared for. Clean up procedures should also be planned
in advance.

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