Study Guide

Objective

The student can describe and explain how music, creativity and culture can improve health and well-being. The student can apply this knowledge when constructing and observing creative group activities. They can collaboratively construct creative group activities that aim to enhance well-being and significant experiences for the participants. They can apply their musical competence in using arts and creative activities to enhance well-being. They are able to recognize different needs of participants in these situations and develop their pedagogical competences in these contexts. They are able to develop their own learning in collaborative projects with peers. They are able to describe and reflect on the benefits of creative activities and music in building communities and enhancing well-being.

Content

Arts, culture, creativity and well-being, enhancing inclusion and agency, examples of using arts and creative activities to enhance health and well-being, leading and understanding group processes, individual and group reflection.

Location and time

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Materials

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Teaching methods

Guided assignments
Workshop
Small group tutorial
Study visit
Problem based learning
Interactive lecture

Employer connections

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Student workload

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Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to explain the effects of creativity and the arts for health and well-being, and can reflect knowledge and experiences related to this field. They can collaboratively construct creative group activities that aim to enhance well-being and meaningful experiences for the participants. The student is able to act as a member of the group and facilitate creative group activities in different contexts. The student is able to analyse the benefits of creativity and using art activities in different contexts, enhancing well-being in group activities and communities.

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment
Learning journal
Portfolio
Essay

Prerequisites

No prerequisites.