MUSC 6500 Advanced Applied Pedagogy

This course is designed as an extension of the undergraduate pedagogy course, giving graduate candidates in the music education program opportunities to continue to develop pedagogical techniques in piano, vocal, and/or choral music. Course work will include written reviews of periodical articles and reference texts. A research paper on a pedagogical topic is required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Graduate standing in Music Education.

Typically Offered

Demorest: spring day, summer day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. An understanding of the nature of the instrument and how it relates to performing.
2. Observational skills necessary to be an effective teacher.
3. Knowledge of the pedagogy behind various aspects of the instrument.
4. An understanding of pedagogic technique through teaching lessons.