| 内容記述2 | The creative movement for young children is the basis of dance education in The United Kingdom, and is a very important activity for human development and self-expression. The observation of three creative movement classes, for young children and parents, in London showed that the characteristics of every class is composed of various contents and subject changes are smooth and interesting. It is very useful for young children to lie down on the floor for cool down at the end of a class. Teachers are prompted to develop movement skill and physical fitness using a variety of teaching materials e.g. stretchy clothes, hoops, balls, Para balloon, maracas and tunnels, They select the music in the class, not only children's songs but also ethnic music, classical music, pop music and folksongs. In the beginning of the class, all of the participants, including the teacher, form a circle and greet each other. The circle is a symbol of equality. In the class the children and parents have free time, and they play by themselves, develop their creativity and stimulate each other. This is an idea full of suggestion, making us think, that the role of the teacher should be changed in Japan. |