5a Ethics

To me, the word ethics is simply to know what is right from wrong socially and following a code of behaviour considered correct professionally or individual. Within the work place of a dance teacher there are certain ethics that may not apply in other workplaces. Below is a list of Ethics and thoughts which are familiar to me at my place of work

Inside the workplace:

• Following Health and Safety procedures at all times to prevent harm to others by insuring there are no hazards. E.g. room temperature, preventing trips and falls, lighting, fire exits clear.

• Children Act – Protection of Children, Parental responsibility, Parental permission etc.

• Children Performances Regulations

• Following Teaching boards Code of Conduct (ISTD) 

• Relationship with parents

• Making sure all qualifications and badges are up to date e.g. Chaperone licence

• To follow T&C of any contract signed

Outside the Workplace:

• Being professional at all times when approached by student/client, talking positively about workplace and setting an example 

• Professional boundaries - Keeping networking sites such as Facebook private 

4d Finding Literature

"Involvement in the arts is associated with gains in math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal skill. Arts learning can also improve motivation, concentration, confidence and teamwork."

Last week, I taught a dance class at a local Primary school at their after school club. It really got me thinking when I came to research literature for my inquiry. 

Does Dance and Performing Arts really have an impact on children’s learning? 

Perhaps a certain age group? 

Maybe only those who struggle in academic subjects? 

Does it help those who struggle with Dyslexia or Dyspraxia?                                                                   

It then sprung to mind that if the National Curriculum thought that dance and the arts does have an impact on children’s learning, why would some schools even consider not offering the subject and at GCSE? Surly it cannot only be due to funding. This is something I would like to look further into for my inquiry and hope to find out more information.

I have found many articles and literature that suggest why the Arts is so important in our schools and in the article above Fran Smith tells us why.