MUED 4100 Music Education Methods I

Principles and theories of planning and teaching music. Emphasis is placed on traditional areas of instruction but also includes contemporary approaches to teaching at those age levels. Directed field-based experience is required. (Music majors only.)

Registration Name

Music Education Methods I

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

standing as music major

Offered

Demorest: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

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

1. Analyze and select age appropriate teaching materials for use in the elementary/middle grades music classroom. 
2. Plan and implement music lessons using state and national standards. 
3. Review and evaluate lesson presentations to identify strengths and weaknesses in planning and implementation.
4. Develop a budget for use in equipping the general music classroom.
5. Utilize professional publications in identifying teaching trends and issues in the general music classroom. 
6. Compare and contrast proven teaching methods in general music [Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, et al.]
7. Assess lessons taught by peers and colleagues and provide feedback regarding strengths and needed improvements.