As we do every year we had an orientation class titled 'Arts, Artists and Artistic Avenues' for the first year students who joined the Masters of Performing Arts course at the Department of Dance. It was a class of 14 students with one student from Thailand.
We discussed the need to set themselves a purpose, an artistic vision for their journey, why they are here and what their vision for their art is. Then we touched upon having goals for the two years in terms of learning and academics, the importance of feedback, the difference between learning and fixed mindset, the use of deliberate practice in improving skill, the importance of discussing craft with teachers and peers and the importance of consistent habits.
The class was received well. The students shared that the class gave them some clarity on how to use their time and energy better during their course. I enjoyed the session. Thanks DoD, Prof Sivaraju and Prof Aruna Bhikshu for the opportunity.
No comments:
Post a Comment