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Oberlin Conservatory Global

Engage virtually and be inspired by a dynamic range of Oberlin faculty and a variety of innovative and informative programs—in classrooms without boundaries.

Born out of the successful implementation of virtual education for Oberlin students over the past few years, these thoughtfully crafted courses combine virtual lectures, discussions, workshops, and classes, as well as virtual performances and livestreamed concerts.

Intended for a range of students—high school, college, or graduate level, as well as teachers and lifelong learners—courses are presented year-round and offer excellent opportunities for enhancing enjoyment of musical experiences and for energizing the study, creation, and teaching of music.

Registration is open now for new OC Global summer courses. See below for upcoming course info.

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Courses June through August 2022

Practicum in Music Pedagogy

Collaborative master classes and in-depth engagement with pedagogical literature to support early-career music educators, taught by Jody Kerchner, Professor of Music Education.

June 6-9 and June 13-16, 2022

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The Racial Politics of Classical Music

This course provides an overview of the relevant literature at the intersection of race and classical music. With Chris Jenkins, Associate Dean for Academic Support at Oberlin Conservatory and liaison to Oberlin's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

June 14-July 19, 2022

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Music Theory Jumpstart

For students planning to take AP Theory or College Music Theory I in Fall 2022, as well as lifelong learners.
With Joseph Lubben, Associate Professor of Music Theory

June 20-July 29, 2022

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Viola Workshop: Exploring "Conductivity"

Weeklong program led by Oberlin Conservatory Professor of Viola Peter Slowik

Monday, June 27-Friday, July 1, 2022

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Courses beginning September 2022

TESOL/TEFL Certificate

This course prepares participants for lesson design and instruction for Teachers of English Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). Taught by Larissa Fekete.

Course dates: September 6 through November 22.

Registration deadline: Friday, August 26, 2022

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