Outline

Overview

Education and the Arts 2 continues to develop skills, knowledge and key understandings about the transformative nature of the Creative Arts. A range of practical/studio work across a wide range of artforms is explored.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Education
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	36 credit points of 1000-level EDUP units including EDUP1016
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Natasha Beaumont, natasha.beaumont@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Out-of-class quiz	Early Feedback Quiz #EarlyFeedbackTask	0%	Week 03 Due date: 13 Mar 2026 at 23:59	15min	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Music and Dance Lesson Plan Music and Dance Lesson plan	50%	Week 07 Due date: 17 Apr 2026 at 23:59	3000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Creative work	Digital Project Digital Process Diary	50%	Week 13 Due date: 29 May 2026 at 23:59	3000 words equivalent	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ? = early feedback task ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the Canvas site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

Music and Dance learning experience/ lesson plan: In pairs, students select a picture book as a stimulus for two cross curricular creative arts lessons - one in Music and one in Dance. Lesson plans should include a brief rationale specifying why you have chosen this picture book, with reference to syllabus documents/ creative arts theory/ literacy theory. These should also identify what specific learning outcomes are being taught. Lesson activities should be clearly described, step-by-step. Activities must include annotations that make reference to syllabus documents/ creative arts theory/ literacy theory. These plans should also outline possible adaptations for specific language, cognitive and physical needs, and should include some form of assessment and feedback for students.

Total word count 1,500 words.

Digital project/digital process diary: Students will document their personal journey through the Arts using the creative medium of video media. These video diaries/ short films will draw on their experiences in each of the 4 artforms, Drama, Visual Arts, Music and Dance. (4 entries, approximately 1.5 mins each, 6 mins total). These films should creatively and/or critically synthesise your understandings of key concepts, ideas and elements covered in the tutorials.

Total 6 mins video is equivalent to 3,000 word written submission.

AI Use: Tools such as ChatGPT, Bing Chat, and other generative AI may be used to generate initial drafts of lesson plans or to summarise texts or images for scripts or web pages. However, you must develop or edit those ideas to a substantial degree to ensure your submission is your own, original work. You must also submit copies of prompts used along with the various drafts generated to verify your process. You must include a statement with your assignment acknowledging and describing your use of AI tools.

Assessment criteria

Detailed rubrics are provided for each assessment task and can be found on Canvas.

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Music: Composition	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Music: Voice	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Music: Cross-curricular	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Dance: Composition	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Dance: Performance	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Dance: Cross-curricular	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Drama: Character & Role	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Drama: Improvisation	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Drama: Cross Curricular	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 10	Visual Arts: Media Arts	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 11	Visual Arts: 3D Forms	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	Visual Arts: Printmaking Cross Curricular	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The Sydney School of Education and Social Work requires attendance of at least 90 percent of all seminars, workshops or lectures.
Class requirements: Due to the intensely practical nature of the Creative Arts tutorials in this Unit, students must attend all three tutotials in each artform to ensure they receive adequate experience in Music, Dance, Visual Arts and Drama.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All required texts, and other readings for this UOS are listed on Canvas and available online via Fisher Library.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Develop further understanding for the rationale to include the Creative Arts in the NSW curriculum
LO2. Plan purposeful Creative Arts experiences for primary children and gain further skills and confidence to effectively teach these in the classroom, focusing on key processes, as outlined in the NSW Creative Arts K-6 Syllabus
LO3. Extend knowledge and expertise about the nature and scope of quality Visual Arts, Music, Dance and Drama experiences in the classroom in facilitating deep learning across the curriculum
LO4. Build understanding of the concepts of ‘critical literacy’ and ‘visual literacy’ and how the Creative Arts facilitate their development.
LO5. Further develop knowledge about how the Creative Arts acknowledges the importance of different perspectives and learning styles.
LO6. Develop knowledge about how imaginative and creative processes inform pedagogy and teacher identity
LO7. Further develop deep knowledge about how about how the 4 C’s - creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking - inform Creative Arts learning and practice.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This unit has been adapted in response to student feedback. Please contribute your own insights via the Unit of Study Survey to support its continued refinement and effectiveness.

Disclaimer

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Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

EDUP2036: Education and the Arts 2

Semester 1, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links