EDU 543 VAPA Frameworks Reading Assignments

Use this table to complete your reading assignments. Work with a group of 3-5
colleagues and divide the chapters 1-7. The rest each person must do. Then share the
work and each person will compile your own set of notes.
 Chapter 1
Chapter 1: 10 What is the content of each principle? Briefly explain.
Guiding Principles The principles are used to guide the framework and address the
of the VAPA complexity of the content and delivery of instruction in the area of
Framework (p. 2) dance, music, theatre and the visual arts.
List each principle
in brief terms.
1. Support of The education code 51210 states that schools of grade one through
Education six must include the visual and performing arts. The education code
Code 51220 specifies the same requirement for the grades of seven through
Sections twelve. The code does state the number of minutes of instruction that
51210 and is required but it does require schools to include it in instruction.
51220
2. Use of the The standards should be used as the guide for the teachers that
Visual and provide clear goals for the students to learn. This requires active
Performing learning of the standards through practice, creation or performance.
Arts Content The standards also state that learners should read material about art
Standards as and artists from the past and present. Students may also write and
the basis of reflect on observations and experiences of the arts. The key to the
curriculum observation and writing is to present clear criteria that students must
follow.
3. Definition of Students are required to master the arts disciplines that include
a balanced, artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural context,
comprehensi aesthetic valuing and creating connections and relationships.
ve arts
program that
is relatable
4. Standards The alignment will prepare students for the visual and performing arts
based requirements that are needed for admission to a number of colleges
curriculum including the University of California and California State university.
aligned
throughout
the grades
of the school
and district
5. Assessment The assessment of the students in the arts will allow teachers to know
of the Arts how they can improve or redefine the curriculum and gives the school
districts the data that is required for accountability.
6. Emphasis on The framework allows students to learn through recent and developing
Technology technological resources that may include computers, photography and
digital media.
7. Including all Students should have the opportunity to work at a personalized pace
learners and develop self-expression and self-confidence in the arts.
8. A broad View Students should be exposed to American culture and that of the
of Culture worldwide ethnic, racial, religious and cultural groups.
9. Students The Arts provide direct training for future careers and jobs. The
should have students exposure to the arts has been proven to be educational,
recognition developmentally rich and cost effective. It allows students to be
of the role of productive participants of the economy and enhance work readiness.
the arts in
their future
10.Useful for The VAPA framework is a guide for those who plan the curriculum that
educators will be taught to each child. Those who teach the arts help students
and parents develop their ability to think create and use their imagination.
Teachers educate children in the art of self-expression, the rich
benefits of creativity and the appreciation of the creation of others.

Chapter 2:
Planning/administe Explain key points.
ring VAPA When planning an arts program it is important to research existing
programs that are offered by the school district and the resources that