Course Description
An overview of teaching practices, theories, research, and ideas relating to the instruction of music in a variety of settings. Open to all graduate music majors, this course will include coverage of studio teaching as well as group and class instruction.
Athena Title
TOPICS MUS PEDAGOGY
Prerequisite
Permission of major
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1) Students will examine contemporary music teaching practices and music learning theories 2) Students will acquire practical solutions for teaching in a variety of private and group settings 3) Students will examine issues relating to health and wellness for students and teachers 4) Students will learn about business and legal issues affecting music teachers 5) Students will complete a final project based on individual areas of interest
Topical Outline
Topics will include: I. Effective teaching: research and ideas II. Music learning: theories and approaches III. Types of instruction a) private b) studio class and small groups c) large class IV. Health and wellness for students and teachers V. Business and marketing for music teachers