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This document is the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It outlines the key stage standards, grade level standards, and learning competencies for music education from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, with the goal of nurturing students' artistic expression, cultural literacy, and pride in Philippine cultural identity. Learning occurs through active participation in musical processes like performing, creating, listening, and responding.
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This document is the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It outlines the key stage standards, grade level standards, and learning competencies for music education from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, with the goal of nurturing students' artistic expression, cultural literacy, and pride in Philippine cultural identity. Learning occurs through active experiences like singing, playing instruments, movement, and creating music.
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- Details about the upcoming International Day celebration on February 13th where students are encouraged to dress representing their nationality.
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The document describes an online course that helps teachers find the right international teaching position by understanding the concept of "fit" between a teacher's skills and experiences and the needs of international schools, with the goal of helping both teachers and recruiters identify compatible matches; the course is taught by two experienced international teachers and covers various aspects of international teaching including different school cultures, technologies, curricula, and the hiring process.
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InterAct provides drama, music, and movement workshops for disadvantaged youth. The workshops are delivered in communities across the UK in partnership with local schools and organizations. The workshops help children develop skills and confidence through teamwork and accepting differences. Parents and children say the workshops have had a positive impact in building confidence and skills.
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The document provides a personal profile and work experience summary for Lisa van Wyk. It describes her as a 21-year-old student who is fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English. She enjoys outdoor activities and currently works as an equi-therapist. The document then details her various work experiences in equine therapy, dance instruction, tutoring, and ministry coordination. It provides testimonials that describe the positive impacts of her equine therapy work.
This document is the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It outlines the key stage standards, grade level standards, and learning competencies for music education from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, with the goal of nurturing students' artistic expression, cultural literacy, and pride in Philippine cultural identity. Learning occurs through active experiences like singing, playing instruments, movement, and creating music.
This document is the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It outlines the key stage standards, grade level standards, and learning competencies for music education from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, with the goal of nurturing students' artistic expression, cultural literacy, and pride in Philippine cultural identity. Learning occurs through active participation in musical processes like performing, creating, listening, and responding.
This document outlines the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It presents the conceptual framework, philosophy, and rationale for music education in the Philippines. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, using a spiral progression of concepts and skills. It aims to empower students' cultural identity and appreciation of music through active learning, performance, and developing listening, analyzing, composing and creative skills.
This document is the K to 12 Music Curriculum Guide published by the Department of Education of the Philippines in May 2016. It outlines the key stage standards, grade level standards, and learning competencies for music education from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered and performance-based, with the goal of nurturing students' artistic expression, cultural literacy, and pride in Philippine cultural identity. Learning occurs through active experiences like singing, playing instruments, movement, and creating music.
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Xiaolu Zhang-Coenen reflects on her five years as Associate Director of the Lucerne Academy for Human Rights Implementation as she says goodbye. She recalls memorable moments from sessions over the years, including a time when a group tour ran late and they had to share one giant salad. Zhang-Coenen is passing the role to Laura Ausserladscheider Jonas, a former student, who will continue the Academy's success in teaching students about human rights implementation.
The document provides a profile summary and work experience for Stephani Fohrman-Jacobson. She has over 11 years of experience in educational, musical, and leadership roles, including currently serving as the Musical Director for the Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company. Her career objectives include working in an administrative role in the Fine Arts sector and obtaining an Executive leadership role within the next 5-10 years. She has extensive experience as an educator and holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership.
The newsletter provides information about upcoming events at Al Yasmina School including:
- Second hand uniform sale on January 30th and a music recital on January 31st.
- Various house athletics days in February and the Aldar Olympics on February 28th.
- The new Assistant Head, Mrs. Barber, introduces herself and her role focusing on teacher development.
- International Day will be celebrated on February 13th with an exhibition of different countries.
- Reminders about lost property, volunteer opportunities, and secondary school performance of Chicago.
MICROTEACHING TO TRAINING OF TEACHING ABILITY FOR TEACHER CANDIDATE.PDFyos sudarman
This document provides the proceedings from the Fourth International Seminar on Languages and Arts held in Padang, Indonesia from October 23-24, 2015. The seminar focused on promoting local wisdom and enhancing learning related to language, art, and culture. It featured keynote presentations on various topics, including the relationship between language and wellbeing, the status and teaching of Indonesian and other languages, and examples of local wisdom from different regions of Indonesia and other countries in Asia. It also included parallel presentation sessions on additional topics at the intersection of language, art, culture, education and local wisdom. The proceedings provide an overview of the seminar, introductions and summaries of the various presentations, as well as the table of contents organizing the
The newsletter provides information about upcoming events at Al Yasmina School including:
- A music recital on January 31st and various house athletics days in February.
- An introduction of the new Assistant Head of Students, Mrs. Watkins, who outlines her background and new role focusing on student well-being.
- Details about the upcoming International Day celebration on February 13th where students are encouraged to dress representing their nationality.
- Congratulations to the Foundation Stage students of the week and information about what topics FS1 and FS2 will be covering in the upcoming week.
The document discusses the CIIMDA initiative which aims to reorient classroom arts education in Southern Africa towards humanity-centered creative practices based on indigenous musical arts traditions of the region. It established the Centre for Indigenous Instrumental Music and Dance Practice in 2004 which has since retrained over 3,000 teachers in 9 countries.
The initiative recognizes indigenous epistemology where creativity and performance are primary for delivering education. The Certificate in African Indigenous Cultural Arts Education curriculum developed by CIIMDA centers on research, creativity and performance to train educators and teach musical arts with a focus on humanism. It aims to share this approach with others working in similar fields.
WA Dance Company a new vibrant dance company in Midland WA. Set to take the WA dance scene by storm here is our direction and a brief introduction in WA DANCE COMAPNY
This document discusses the history of singing education in schools in the UK from the 11th century to present day. It notes key developments like the creation of musical notation, the Tonic Sol-fa method of teaching singing, and recommendations from reports in the 1930s, 1950s, and 1960s that singing should be a core part of the curriculum. The document also references changing approaches to singing education over time and how factors like the National Curriculum and local school funding have impacted music education.
The document discusses Bursa, Turkey and Uludağ University located there. Bursa is the fourth largest city in Turkey and has historical and cultural importance as a stop along the Silk Road. Uludağ University was established in 1970 and has eight faculties including education, arts and sciences, and engineering. The Primary Education Department aims to educate classroom teachers and offers bachelor's degree programs in elementary education, early childhood education, and science education. The department emphasizes developing teachers with strong pedagogical skills who are attentive to diversity and cultural issues.
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1. Fursan | Information Pack
| Fursan |
Arts Workshops | Live Entertainment
‘’A bright idea for our world’’
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2. Fursan | Information Pack
Fursan | Contents
Introduction to Workshops…………………………………. 3-4
Artist and Workshop Biography…………………………… 5–6
Lead Artist Profile……………………………………………. 7–8
Recent Projects………………………………………………... 9 – 10
Employer Comments………………………………………… 11
Workshops E-Flyer…………………………………………… 12
Workshops Summary………………………………………... 13 - 14
Live Performances…………………………………………….. 15
Contact Details………………………………………………… 16
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Fursan | Introduction to Workshops
Who are ‘Fursan’?
‘Fursan’ is a world music and performance entertainment group, who facilitate a
variety of workshops in schools, communities and corporate organisations. The group
consists of three members - Abdula Khir, Farid Hamrat and Abdullah Shariff – who
together possess a variety of qualifications and have over 10 years experience of
working within the arts and education. These artists apply their expert knowledge and
skills to creatively educate and inspire the youth of today.
(Please see ‘Fursan’ Biography for detailed background information about ‘Fursan’.)
Aims and objectives
“Our aim is to inspire and engage individuals through the arts and creative
education.” – ‘Fursan’
Furthermore, ‘Fursan’ not only use their workshops to teach the mastering of specific
arts, such as: performance poetry, theatre and African drumming; they also aim to use
these arts as a tool to engage individuals in social and educational topics.
What do ‘Fursan’ offer?
‘Fursan’ facilitate a variety of workshops suitable for all age ranges, from primary and
secondary school youth to university and professional adults. Their workshops focus
on the arts and through these workshops ‘Fursan’ use their talents as tools to engage
students in a variety of social and educational themes. ‘Fursan’ have previously
designed workshops focusing on a variety of themes, such as: bullying, racism,
poetry, drama and Islam to name a few. These specific topics are often chosen by the
school/organisation and a workshop catered to the organisation’s need is then created.
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Which skills do ‘Fursan’ help participants to develop?
- Performance Poetry and Slams
- Creative Writing
- African Drumming
- Contemporary Dance
How will your organisation benefit?
Schools and organisations will have the opportunity to offer their students a
successful and creative approach to education as well as a chance for teachers and
artists to work alongside one another. Furthermore, workshops are catered and
designed specific to request - this means that a school may request an educational
topic of their interest, e.g. bullying, which ‘Fursan’ can teach through performance
poetry and slams. Alternatively, a school or organisation could simply request a
drumming workshop to enhance general artistic and musical skills.
How will students benefit?
Fursan’s creative approach to tackling and teaching important topics to young people
has thus far been a great success. Students who have taken part in previous workshops
not only gain transferable skills, such as: confidence, teamwork and a more eloquent
style of communication; students also leave workshops with a greater understanding
and knowledge of the workshop’s key educational topic - whether this was a
teamwork and communication focus or an exercise in adjectives and poetry. ‘Fursan’
believe that when the arts are employed in a positive and inspiring way, this has a
snowball effect in enhancing a student’s overall development and openness to
learning.
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Fursan | Artist and Workshops Biography
Abdullah is an experienced artist of several creative fields. Practicing within, poetry,
music, short stories, contemporary dance and drama/theatre, Abdullah had been short-
listed for Birmingham’s Poet Laureate position 07/08, nominated for the Short Story
award at the Muslim Writers Awards (2007), has been nominated as a judge for
several youth poetry slams and has performed throughout the UK and Europe as a
professional artist with his group Fursan. Abdullah is an experienced workshop co-
ordinator, due to his work under and alongside practitioners such as Richard Grant
(aka Dreadlockalien), Giovanni ‘Spoz’ Esposito and Martin Gleynn since January
2007. Whilst working alongside such practitioners Abdullah has worked at all key
stage levels whilst also having run workshops and mentored 16 – 20 year olds,
through projects with Birmingham Central Libraries.
Abdullah is a head practitioner of school and community workshops although he often
works with an artistic group, consisting of himself, Abdula Khir (an experienced poet
and theatre actor) and Faird Hamrat (a talented singer and Djembe player). Working
together they are often titled by the group name ‘Fursan’. The group is artistically and
educationally diverse, as all three artists root from varying backgrounds and an ode to
this is the 8 different languages which they possess between themselves. The group of
artists have already performed at various venues, aiding charity events, been part of
the Islam, Hip-Hop and Social Change – The Debate tour, host a Spoken Word Poetry
show on Unity 93.5 FM and have run literacy and drama/performance workshops to
educate about culture, religion and social behavior in schools at key stage 2 and 3,
including the schools of Burntree, Waverly and Great Barr.
The group practice and deliver workshops by fusing together curriculum requested
education with the arts, using the art of spoken word, singing, djembe playing, theatre
acting, story telling and more within games and activities to enhance literacy skills,
creatively teach curriculum and social; topics (e.g. cultures, Islam or bullying) and
develop transferrable skills in students (e.g. confidence, teamwork, responsibility.) at
key stage 2, 3 and 4.
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The group possesses activities and games which engage and teach children
successfully, which can be adapted and molded around requested topics from schools
and teachers. Moreover new and innovative activities are created and implemented in
workshops by request of teachers and schools, as the group also apply their
workshops to help create theatre, music and poetry pieces with classes to be
performed in assembly’s and school plays.
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Abdullah Shariff | Lead Artist Profile
Personal Profile
An enthused writer, Abdullah Shariff is a distinguished performing artist and one third of the
popular world music group ‘Fursan’. He has previously been shortlisted for Birmingham’s
Poet Laureate post, Muslim Writer’s short story award and has been published by Anchor
Books. Amongst working with young people and children, he works with many charities and
youth initiatives as a performer, workshop facilitator and keynote speaker. As an artist
Abdullah regularly conducts arts workshops in schools and communities while continuing to
travel, tour and perform across the world.
Personal Details
Name: Abdullah Shariff
Email: abdullahshariff1@gmail.com
Contact No: 07759088589
Website: www.groupfursan.com
Art Specialisation: Creative workshop facilitator in varied arts and
educational fields:
Poetry/Literature/Rap | Drama | Contemporary Dance
| African Drumming/Percussion | Sports Coaching |
Training and Education
2005 – 2008 Birmingham University
BA (Hons) Sports Management Degree
2003 – 2005 Stafford College, Stafford
AVCE Leisure & Recreation | AS Business Studies |
AS English: Language and Literature
Other Qualifications
Silver Arts Award (Aug 2010)
First Aid (At Work, Children’s and Emergency) (April 2010)
VRQ Level 2 Fitness Instructors (December 2009)
FA Football Coaching Level 1 (June 2006)
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Training
Trained in contemporary dance with infuse dance (2010)
Trained in Djembe percussion with Mother Hubbard and Farid
Hamrat (2008 – 2010)
Mentored and trained as workshop facilitator under Giovanni
‘Spoz’ Esposito and Richard ‘Dreadlockalien’ Grant. (2007- 2009)
Lead Arts Workshop Training with arts organisation Aliss (2008)
References References
Giovanni ‘Spoz’ Esposito Juaharah Salim
Bostin Productions Proprietor Warrington Youth Worker
07789 600 645 07762944786
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Fursan | Recent Projects
Dec 2010 – The Broadway Aston School: Workshop (Birmingham)
Performance Poetry: Attributes of Positive Behaviour
Nov 2010 – Eid in Scotland (Glasgow & Edinburgh)
Live Performance
Nov 2010 – Oxfam: Fighting for Justice (Birmingham)
Keynote Speech and Performance
Nov 2010 – Islamic Awareness Week (Birmingham)
Live Performance
Oct 2010 – The Mac: Radiu5 Project Launch (Birmingham)
Live performance
Sept 2010 – The Mac: Gallery 37 (Birmingham)
Media, free running and contemporary dance workshops and showcase
Aug 2010 – University of Chester: Engaging with Youth Workshop (Manchester)
Performance Poetry and African Drumming
July 2010 – King Edwards Grammar School: Cultures Workshop (Birmingham)
Performance Poetry/Singing and African Drumming
July 2010 – The Broadway School: Workshop for SEN Students (Birmingham)
Performance Poetry & Drama Workshop
June 2010 – MJD Activities Camp (Bar Orb, Germany)
Live Performance
May 2010 – Secours Islamique (Paris & Strasbourg, France)
Live Performance and Fundraising
May 2010 – Karima School Workshop (High Wycombe)
Drama and Percussion Instrument
April 2010 - Burntwood Primary: English Literature Workshop (Birmingham)
Poetry Writing and Live Performance
April 2010 – Islamic Relief (Geneva, Switzerland)
Live Performance
March 2010 – Lyon Special Burns Unit Hospital (Lyon, France)
Live Performance and Guest Visit
March 2010 – Secours Islamique (Lyon, France)
Live Performance and Clean Water Fundraiser
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March 2010 – Karima Poetry Slam (High Wycombe)
Performance/Stage Workshop & Live Performance
March 2010 – 1st Witness Afghanistan Fundraiser (London)
Live Performance and Fundraising
Feb 2010 – Birmingham Citizens Haiti Fundraiser (Birmingham)
Live Performance and Fundraising
Feb 2010 – Interpal Gaza Fundraiser (Birmingham)
Live Performance
Dec 2009 – YMUK Talent Search Project Finale (London)
Project Management: Event Planning and Co-ordination
Nov 2009 – YMUK Finalists Workshop (Manchester & London)
Performance Skills and Enhancement Workshop
Nov 2009 – YMUK Talent Search Project (Manchester & Birmingham)
Project Management: Event Planning and Co-ordination
Nov 2009 – West Midlands Police: Islamic Awareness Initiative (Birmingham)
Project Management: Event Planning and Co-ordination
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Fursan | Employer Comments
''Fursan did an incredible job of differentiating the work to meet everybody's needs
and the students responded by producing fantastic material.''
- Miss Danielle Moore, English Teacher (Broadway School)
''Fursan have a great talent that works well with today’s youth, they engaged their
attention for hours and produced fantastic stage performances from all the young
people that attended - Thank You Fursan!''
- Muslim Youth Work Team (University of Chester)
''The feedback which we received from the students indicates that they enjoyed your
workshop mainly because you made it participatory and because they felt that they
had learnt or made something by the end''
– C. Parker, Headmaster (King Edward VI Aston School)
''Fursan provide inspiring and entertaining drumming workshops for children, full
of energy and fun, led by three dynamic and culturally diverse artists, with an added
bonus of being great role models for chlidren of all backgrounds''
- Shemiza Rashid, Director of the Creative Muslim Network
''The students were amazed that they were able to produce a poem that reflected on
life and serious issues such as poverty, suffering, morality, freedom and
responsibility, while developing an appreciation for literature''
- Miss Saleha Begum, Senoir Supervisory Cover (Broadway School)
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Fursan | Workshops Summary
Workshops
‘Fursan Workshops’ are a creative approach to education. The workshops engage
students in social and educational topics through the medium of the arts.
The workshops are headed by experienced practitioners who possess the
qualifications and abilities to engage students through a wide range of activities,
games and workshops for creative learning.
The workshops practically involve the children and teachers in:
• Fun ice breakers, team work and communication activities.
• Poetry Slam competitions!
• Writing and performing positive poetry
• Contemporary dance
• African drumming and other percussion
• Dialogue and thoughts facing current social issues
• A final workshop performance
…which are all flexible and adjustable to needs as requested by your
organisation.
Duration of Workshops:
Workshops are flexible to needs, varying from an hour to an entire school day and
can even be booked over a number of days if required for the creation of an artistic
assembly/school show. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs and aims.
Cost:
Workshop costs will vary depending on requirements and are flexible for schools
and centres, in order to give all students a fairer chance at creative education. Please
contact us for further information on cost with your choice of workshop.*
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Head Artist/Educator:
The workshops are headed by experienced performance poet, writer and theatre
actor Abdullah Shariff (aka DoubLe). Who has been shortlisted for the Birmingham
Poet Laureateship 2007/2008, Muslim Writers Awards 2007 and has worked in
schools, libraries and community centres throughout the UK alongside Birmingham
Poet Laureates Giovanni ‘Spoz’ Esposito (Bostin Productions) and Richard Grant aka
Dreadlockalien (Dreadlockalien productions).
*We understand some schools have private/varied funding structures which may
cause exclusion from creative education, to give all students a fairer education, we
can make exceptions on pricing, so please do not be afraid to contact us!
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Fursan | Live Performances
‘Fursan’ are a world music group who provide live entertainment at a wide variety
of events for a variety of organisations including charities, corporate organisations
and schools. To find further information on Fursan’s live performance work or for
bookings please visit www.groupfursan.com or contact Fursan via the details
provided below.
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Fursan | Contact Details
Fursan work with a variety of organisation types, from schools to charities to
corporate organisations. The group can be booked for a live performance or to
facilitate a workshop to your request.
For more information, bookings and for any queries please contact Fursan via the
following information:
Phone: +44 (0) 7759088589
Email: info@groupfursan.com
Web: www.groupfursan.com
‘’A bright idea for our world’’
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