028004 Ceramics and Claymation

Description

This subject connects ceramics to the world of movie-making and animation through practical experiences.?This interdisciplinary subject provides a comprehensive foundation of theory and practice in merging the expressive world of clay with the technology-enhanced art of animation, specifically tailored for the primary school environment. The subject offers a dynamic exploration of both ceramics and claymation, providing students with a rich artistic experience as an integral component of primary school teaching. The subject encompasses historical and contemporary studies of clay, providing pre-service teachers with the skills to guide primary school students to express themselves individually while learning various clay and ceramic techniques, developing a deep understanding of artistic expression. Pre-service teachers also explore innovative ways to integrate claymation techniques into the primary school curriculum, fostering creativity, storytelling, and digital literacy. The subject addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of using ceramics and claymation as engaging teaching tools, equipping students to infuse technology-enhanced creativity into their teaching practices in the primary classroom, enriching the educational experience for young learners.?