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Preparing music educators for the future" 

Peggy Bennett
Joanne Erwin
Jody Kerchner
John Knight
James Heron

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Syllabus for Introduction to Music Education: MUED 101

TTh 1:30-2:20

1 Credit Hour

B 237

Instructors: Dr. Peggy Bennett, Dr. Joanne Erwin, Dr. Jody Kerchner, Dr. John Knight

Catalog description:
The goal of this course is to provide entering students with an overview of the total music program in a variety of school settings and to develop artistry in musicianship, pedagogy and scholarship. Demonstration and discussion of relevant approaches to the teaching of choral, general, and instrumental music at all levels. Includes observations of outreach programs. Exploration of career opportunities in music education and related fields included. Enrollment limit: 30

Projected clinical and field experience hours:  14

Objectives: The course should enable students to

  1. Develop an initial understanding of music education by examining:

  2. A. characteristics of good teaching
    B. interrelationships among teaching, learning, and performing
    C. the development of music education in the United States
    D. various pedagogical approaches used in today's schools
    E. possible uses of technologies in the teaching of music
    F. career options available to music education and music graduates

  3. Begin to participate in the music education profession by:

  4. A. observing music instruction in culturally, racially, and socio-economically diverse settings
    B. experiencing current pedagogical approaches in music
    C. becoming acquainted with professional organizations and their publications and with leaders in the field
    D. examining general teacher-certification preparation and Oberlin's music education curriculum

Requirements:

1. Punctual attendance at and active participation in each session. “Attendance” refers to regular classes, observations, and special presentations by guests. “Participation” means a willingness to answer/ask questions both in and out of class, a demonstration of preparedness, and an active role in discussion.

2. Completion of assignments as prescribed and on time. Written assignments should reflect careful attention to spelling, grammar, and syntax and should be typed or written neatly in ink. In some cases, assignments may be submitted on disk.

3. Observation of four community programs. (details later)

4. Attendance at presentation by Principles of Education class,(Details provided later.)

5. Maintenance of a journal in which new or different thoughts about music education are recorded. (Details provided later.)

Materials:

Erwin, Edwards, Kerchner, Knight. Prelude to Music Education, 2002 Prentice Hall.

Additional readings on reserve in the Conservatory Library.

Mini DV videotape for recording student presentations.

Evaluation:

Attendance, punctuality, and participation in class discussions/activities: 30%
Oral presentations and outlines (#1=15%, #2=25%): 40%
Journal: 30%

Staff:

Ms. Bennett   R123  x58947
Ms. Erwin  R130 x58208  
Mr. Knight  C  5  x58270
Ms. Kerchner  B106 x58267
Mrs. Drake
(Administrative Assistant)
B113 x58200

                                           

NCATE Standards

Praxis Standards

INTASC Standards

Professional Knowledge

Content Knowledge

Pedagogical Knowledge

Diversity

Technology

Dispositions

Domain A: Organizing Content for Student Learning

Domain B: Creating an Environment for Student Learning

Domain C: Teaching for Student Learning

Domain D: Teacher Professionalism

Stn 1: Subject Matter

Stn 2:Student Learning

Stn 3:Diverse Learners

Stn 4:Instructional    Strategies

Stn 5:Learning Environment

Stn 6:Communication

Stn 7:Planning Instruction

Stn 8:Assessment

Stn 9:Reflection and Professional Develop

Stn10:Collaboration, Ethics, and Relationships

Calendar: All papers and assignments adhere to the Honor Code in the Student Handbook.

# Date  Content  Assignment Due
1 9/06  Introductions   ALL  Chp.1, Praxis D
2 9/08  “My most influential teacher"

2-minute talk: videotaped
Praxis B

3 9/13   Tools for Teaching-observation JE

Journals, Chp.2, Praxis A

4

9/15

Lesson planning  JE

Praxis B, essay due

Special workshop –Saturday September 17

5

9/21

Interviewing JE

Praxis A

6

9/23 

Advising Info, MEAO JE

Praxis D

7

9/28

Report on interviews JE

explain How to assign

8

9/30 

Verbal/Nonverbal JE

Praxis A

9

10/04

Eurthymics  HH

Praxis B

10

10/06

How To" presentations JE

Students present
Praxis C

11

10/11

How To" presentations JE

Students present

12

10/13

Technology JE      

Sibelius assignment

13

10/18

Discuss observations JE

2 completed

10/22-30        FALL BREAK
14 11/1  Pre-K-5th general  PB   Chp. 3,4, Praxis A
15 11/3  Strings, explain special topics JE Chp. 7, Praxis A
16 11/08  Band    JWK Chp. 6, Praxis A
17 11/10 Choral/secondary general       JLK    

Chp. 5,8, Praxis A

18 11/15  Presentations ALL See assignment sheet
19 11/17  Presentations ALL See assignment sheet
20 11/22   Presentations ALL continue
11/25   THANKSGIVING
21 11/29  Classroom Management            JE Chp. 11, Praxis B
22 12/01 Philosophy                JLK    Chp. 12, Praxis D
23 12/06  Lifelong Learning            JE Praxis B, Observation 3-4 in
24 12/08  Special learners             JLK Chp.10, Praxis B. philosophy paper

25

12/13 Wrap up ALL  

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