Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)

Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 26/27.R.2.00

Description Period: 2026./27 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Rhythmic and Rhythmic Combinations

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_235
Branch of Science
Health sciences
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Pedagogy; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Inta Bula-Biteniece
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

To improve the professional competence of students to plan, organise, manage and evaluate learning activities of rhythmic and rhythmic combinations, using the interaction of music and movement to promote pupils’ mobility skills, physical health, coordination, rhythm sense and creative expression at different stages of education.

Preliminary Knowledge

Basic knowledge of the planning and organisation of the sports and health training process, the characteristics of the development of the student stages of age, the principles of movement learning, health-promoting physical activity and safety requirements during sports and health hours. Ability to organise simple physical activity classes, collaborate in a group and use digital tools to ensure the learning process.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Explains the interplay between rhythmic, musical and movement.

Individual work and tests

Analysis of theoretical foundations of rhythmics

2.Describes the nature, basic principles and health-promoting role of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the development of children and young people of preschool and school age.

Individual work and tests

Analysis of theoretical foundations of rhythmics

Skills

1.Selects the music material that matches rhythmic and rhythmic combinations.

Individual work and tests

Selection of musical material and development of rhythmic exercises • Development of rhythmic combinations and exercise sets

2.Interprets musical pieces using movement and improvisation elements.

Individual work and tests

Selection of musical material and development of rhythmic exercises

3.Conducts movement plays accompanied by music and demonstrates rhythmic exercise exercises and sets of exercises with and without equipment.

Individual work and tests

Selection of musical material and development of rhythmic exercises • Development of rhythmic combinations and exercise sets

4.Plan, organise and manage rhythmic and rhythmic gymnastics activities according to the purpose of the study, the age of pupils and the music material of choice.

Individual work and tests

Development of rhythmic combinations and exercise sets • Final examination • Planning, conducting and evaluation of sports and health lessons (rhythmic or aerobic content)

Competences

1.Plan, organise and manage rhythmic and rhythmic gymnastics activities according to the purpose of the study, the age of pupils and the music material of choice.

Individual work and tests

Final examination • Planning, conducting and evaluation of sports and health lessons (rhythmic or aerobic content)

2.Plan individualized rhythmic and rhythmic combination activities according to the learning outcomes to be achieved and individual needs of students.

Individual work and tests

Planning, conducting and evaluation of sports and health lessons (rhythmic or aerobic content) • Final examination

3.Implement rhythmic and rhythmic combination activities in sports and health training and off-campus work, contributing to the development of student competences.

Individual work and tests

Final examination

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Analysis of theoretical foundations of rhythmics
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student analyses the interaction between rhythmic, musical and movement and the role of rhythmic exercise in the development of children and young people by producing a theoretical review and presentation.

Assessment parameters and criteria: Evaluate:

  • the conformity of the theoretical report with the subject matter of the work and the objective pursued;
  • the validity of the analysis of scientific and methodological literature in identifying the most relevant findings;
  • the accuracy of the explanation of the interaction between rhythmic, musical and movement;
  • the justification for the importance of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the physical, emotional and social development of children and young people;
  • the consistency of the conclusions with the analysis carried out;
  • the accuracy of the use of professional terminology;
  • the presentation structure, visual presentation and oral presentation shall comply with the requirements of the task.
2.

Selection of musical material and development of rhythmic exercises
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student chooses the music material appropriate to the rhythmic class, develops rhythmic exercises and rhythmic combinations, practically demonstrates their management and prepares operational self-analysis.

Assessment parameters and criteria: Evaluate:

  • the relevance of the music material to the purpose of the rhythmic lesson, the age of pupils and the content of rhythmic exercises;
  • the relevance of rhythmic exercises and rhythmic combinations to the selected music material and the result to be achieved;
  • the logic of the sequence of exercises, ensuring gradual learning of movements;
  • compliance of the practical demonstration of rhythmic exercises and rhythmic combinations with performance techniques and teaching methodologies;
  • the accuracy of verbal instructions and demonstration when controlling rhythmic activities;
  • validity of operational self-analysis when evaluating selected music
3.

Development of rhythmic combinations and exercise sets
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student develops and demonstrates rhythmic combinations and sets of exercises with and without inventory using selected music material.

Assessment parameters and criteria: Evaluate:

  • the consistency of rhythmic combinations and exercise sets with the selected music material and the result to be achieved;
  • the logic of the movement sequence and the structure of the exercise set;
  • accuracy of the technical performance of movements;
  • the validity of the use of the inventory, if provided for in the task;
  • compliance of the practical demonstration with rhythmic and rhythmic gymnastics methodologies;
  • the validity of the performance analysis by evaluating the quality of the developed exercise set.
4.

Planning, conducting and evaluation of sports and health lessons (rhythmic or aerobic content)
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student shall draw up an hour plan for sport and health on the rhythmic or aerobic topic in accordance with the result to be achieved by the student specified in the State basic education standard, practically manage the hour fragment and evaluate his or her professional activity.

Assessment parameters and criteria:

  • the conformity of the sports and health hourly plan with the result to be achieved by the student specified in the State basic education standard;
  • the relevance of the selected learning activities to the age of pupils, individual capacities and the expected outcome to be achieved;
  • the logic of the hourly structure and sequence of activities;
  • compliance of hourly fragment management with rhythmic or aerobic teaching methodology;
  • the validity of feedback and self-assessment in assessing the achievement of the result to be achieved by pupils and their professional activities;
  • precision of the use of professional terminology.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Final examination
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student shall develop an hour fragment of sport and health regarding the topic of rhythmic or rhythmic gymnastics in conformity with the given pedagogical situation and the result to be achieved by the student specified in the State basic education standard. During the examination, the student practically demonstrates the management of the hour fragment and verbally justifies the chosen methodological solutions.

Assessment parameters and criteria:

  • the conformity of a fragment of an hour of sport and health with the result to be achieved by the student specified in the State basic education standard;
  • the relevance of the selected rhythmic or rhythmic exercise activities and music material to the age and pedagogical situation of the pupils;
  • compliance of the practical guide with the methodology for teaching rhythmic and rhythmic gymnastics;
  • the validity of methodological solutions in the selection of training methods, organisation forms and training tools;
  • precision of the use of professional terminology.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of rhythmics
Description

The theoretical basics of rhythm, the interaction between rhythm and music, the importance of rhythm sense in learning movements, as well as the development of aerobics and the characterisation of contemporary dance aerobics programmes are learnt.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of rhythmics
Description

The theoretical basics of rhythm, the interaction between rhythm and music, the importance of rhythm sense in learning movements, as well as the development of aerobics and the characterisation of contemporary dance aerobics programmes are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm exercises and motion execution in musical accompaniment
Description

Rhythm exercises, rhythmic exercise system and basic principles of motion execution in music accompaniment are learnt, developing rhythm sense, coordination and physical ability.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm exercises and motion execution in musical accompaniment
Description

Rhythm exercises, rhythmic exercise system and basic principles of motion execution in music accompaniment are learnt, developing rhythm sense, coordination and physical ability.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodological basics for rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics
Description

The principles of choice of music material, the role of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the comprehensive development of children and young people, the structure of the hour of sport and health, the principles of selection of exercise and their integration into sports and health hours and off-hours activities are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodological basics for rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics
Description

The principles of choice of music material, the role of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the comprehensive development of children and young people, the structure of the hour of sport and health, the principles of selection of exercise and their integration into sports and health hours and off-hours activities are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodological basics for rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics
Description

The principles of choice of music material, the role of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the comprehensive development of children and young people, the structure of the hour of sport and health, the principles of selection of exercise and their integration into sports and health hours and off-hours activities are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Compiling and conducting a set of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercises
Description

The planning, composition and practical management of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercise sets is acquired using a variety of equipment and complying with methodological and safety requirements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Compiling and conducting a set of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercises
Description

The planning, composition and practical management of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercise sets is acquired using a variety of equipment and complying with methodological and safety requirements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Organisation and preparation, practical management of rhythmic gymnastics performances.
Description

The principles of planning, composing, organizing and practicing rhythmic gymnastics performances are learned using rhythmic and aerobic elements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Organisation and preparation, practical management of rhythmic gymnastics performances.
Description

The principles of planning, composing, organizing and practicing rhythmic gymnastics performances are learned using rhythmic and aerobic elements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Organisation and preparation, practical management of rhythmic gymnastics performances.
Description

The principles of planning, composing, organizing and practicing rhythmic gymnastics performances are learned using rhythmic and aerobic elements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning and conducting of sports and health lessons in rhythmic and aerobic subjects
Description

Planning, organising, managing and evaluating an hour of sport and health in rhythmic and aerobic subjects shall be acquired in accordance with the results to be achieved by the pupil specified in the State basic Education Standard, selecting appropriate teaching methods, musical material and teaching means.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning and conducting of sports and health lessons in rhythmic and aerobic subjects
Description

Planning, organising, managing and evaluating an hour of sport and health in rhythmic and aerobic subjects shall be acquired in accordance with the results to be achieved by the pupil specified in the State basic Education Standard, selecting appropriate teaching methods, musical material and teaching means.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning and conducting of sports and health lessons in rhythmic and aerobic subjects
Description

Planning, organising, managing and evaluating an hour of sport and health in rhythmic and aerobic subjects shall be acquired in accordance with the results to be achieved by the pupil specified in the State basic Education Standard, selecting appropriate teaching methods, musical material and teaching means.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
36 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of rhythmics
Description

The theoretical basics of rhythm, the interaction between rhythm and music, the importance of rhythm sense in learning movements, as well as the development of aerobics and the characterisation of contemporary dance aerobics programmes are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm exercises and motion execution in musical accompaniment
Description

Rhythm exercises, rhythmic exercise system and basic principles of motion execution in music accompaniment are learnt, developing rhythm sense, coordination and physical ability.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodological basics for rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics
Description

The principles of choice of music material, the role of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobics in the comprehensive development of children and young people, the structure of the hour of sport and health, the principles of selection of exercise and their integration into sports and health hours and off-hours activities are learnt.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Compiling and conducting a set of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercises
Description

The planning, composition and practical management of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercise sets is acquired using a variety of equipment and complying with methodological and safety requirements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Compiling and conducting a set of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercises
Description

The planning, composition and practical management of rhythmic gymnastics and aerobic exercise sets is acquired using a variety of equipment and complying with methodological and safety requirements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Rhythm and movement games, including Latvian dancing games accompanied by music.
Description

The use of rhythm and movement toys, including Latvian playdance, during sports and health lessons is acquired, contributing to students’ sense of rhythm, movement skills, cooperation and participation.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Organisation and preparation, practical management of rhythmic gymnastics performances.
Description

The principles of planning, composing, organizing and practicing rhythmic gymnastics performances are learned using rhythmic and aerobic elements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Organisation and preparation, practical management of rhythmic gymnastics performances.
Description

The principles of planning, composing, organizing and practicing rhythmic gymnastics performances are learned using rhythmic and aerobic elements.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning and conducting of sports and health lessons in rhythmic and aerobic subjects
Description

Planning, organising, managing and evaluating an hour of sport and health in rhythmic and aerobic subjects shall be acquired in accordance with the results to be achieved by the pupil specified in the State basic Education Standard, selecting appropriate teaching methods, musical material and teaching means.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning and conducting of sports and health lessons in rhythmic and aerobic subjects
Description

Planning, organising, managing and evaluating an hour of sport and health in rhythmic and aerobic subjects shall be acquired in accordance with the results to be achieved by the pupil specified in the State basic Education Standard, selecting appropriate teaching methods, musical material and teaching means.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Jērcuma, L. (2000). Vingrinājumi ritmikā. 1.daļa. Rīga, RaKa, 35.- 100.lpp. (akceptējams izdevums).

2.

Latviešu dejas pamati. (2011). E.Saulītes red. Kultūrizglītības un nemateriālā mantojuma centrs.

3.

Nivbrant ērgleWedin, E. (2015). Playing Music with the Whole Body. Eurhythmics and motor development. Stockholm, Gehrmans Musikforlag, 312p.

4.

Spalva, R. (2018). Dejas kompozīcija. Rīga : Zinātne, 255lpp.

5.

Krasnow, D. (2015). Motor Learning and Control for Dance : principles and practices for performers and teachers/Donna H. Krasnow, M. Virginia Wilmerding. Champaign, IL, Human Kinetics.

Additional Reading

1.

Avotiņa M. (1998). Ritmika sākumskolā. Rīga. Zvaigzne ABC. 147lpp. (akceptējams izdevums).

2.

Deja, kustība, ķermenis. (2013). Rakstu krājums/zin. red. un krāj. sast.: Sandra Mihailova, Ivans Jānis Mihailovs. Mārupe, Drukātava.

3.

Forsythe, W. (2012). Improvisation Technologies: A Tool for the Analytical Dance Eye. Germany: Hatje Cantz Publishers.

4.

Laban, R. (2011). The Mastery of Movement. New York: Dance books.

5.

Līduma, A. (2004). Pirmsskolas vecuma bērnu muzikalitātes attīstības pedagoģiskais aspekts. Promocijas darbs. Latvijas universitāte.

6.

Pētersone, G., & Žaka-Dalkroza, E. (2015). Ritmikas mācība. Rēzeknes Augstskola.

7.

Pētersone, G. Kustība kā līdzeklis un mērķis ritmikā. Rīgas Pedagoģijas un izglītības vadības akadēmija.

8.

Zelmene, M. (2004). Mūzika mazajiem. Dejas un rotaļas. Mācību līdzeklis: 3.grāmata, Rīga, RaKa.

9.

Spīčs, E. (2003). Mārtiņa deju grāmata. Mūsdienu latviešu tradicionālā deja 1.-2. burtnīca. Rīga, LU.

10.

Zvirgzdiņa, D. (2015). Dejošanas un ritmikas nodarbības bērniem no 3 – 11 gadiem. Žurnālā: Sports teorijā un praksē. Nr.4, 12.-14.lpp.

Other Information Sources

1.

Fitness for life. (2014). Human kinetics.