I just had a Skype with Maria, Nicole, Shanice and Rachel focusing on communication in Module 3. I realise I haven't posted a blog in a while as I've had my head in my laptop focusing on my essay. I have now received my feedback on my essay which I'm pleased with and look forward to working on the suggested alterations.
In terms of communication, we communicate via three different modes in Module 3, the essay, a professional artefact and a verbal presentation. Lots of things came up during the Skype which I found useful which I will discuss.
I discussed my idea of creating a choreography based on my idea of a thread that weaved through all of my modules. In module one I was unsure on what my practice even was, as I was doing emergency work and doing lots of unsuccessful auditions. Now in module three, I am employed as a teacher, with plans to do a PGCE next year whilst all still auditioning for performing jobs here and there. Therefore, auditions have been a constant in my life and that is the thread that has run through my learning. My practice has crystalized during the process which has been great for my professional development.
To articulate this idea, I am pondering whether to use a rope (I used to perform on cruise ships) as one line and 'dance around the line' just like I did with my learning process and inquiry. I think by the end of my piece I will have moved my rope into a different shape, maybe a circle to show the cyclical style of learning or a spiral shape to show going up and the learning never coming to an end. I like the idea of the transition of the rope, just like the transition of my practice and mind state.
I think creating a piece of choreography is the best for me as naturally this is how dancers communicate through their body. Some of my findings within my inquiry showed that many believe dance can help people express their emotions and feelings as a way of helping with mental health, so I think creating a piece of choreography about my own feelings relates back well.
Practically, I will present my choreography by filming it in a hall that I teach in, and upload it to YouTube. This idea was discussed about the privacy and how much we want it to be available to others which is something I need to think about. I also like the link that Nicole made about using YouTube for her showreel, as it is the same way I have presented my showreel. I like the link between practically using this medium to present my artefact, and how I use it in my professional practice. Using it for a showreel also directly links back to my inquiry, as sometimes the use of a showreel and technology in this manner can eradicate the need for an audition all together!!
Lots and lots to think about... let me know your thoughts! Happy Easter holidays everyone!
