Vernacular Music in Education

Catalog description

This course is designed to aid preservice music teachers in organizing elements of music teaching, including assessment, lesson planning for diverse students, writing and communication skill development, and fostering critical thinking, all within the discipline-specific context of music teaching and learning. Using these elements, we will explore the tenets of vernacular music-making as it relates to teaching school music through creating, composing, improvising, and performing on a variety of instruments. Specific areas of focus in this course include analyzing songwriting practices, creating cross-over experiences for school music students, and strengthening professional communication skills. Counts as a Disciplinary Communication course. Prereq: MUED 240 and MUED 305 and MUED 350 or Requisites Not Met permission (if a BA in Music student).