Music Education Foundations I

Catalog description

This course provides music education majors with the WHAT and WHY of music education. This course helps the student begin the process of making the transition from a music student to a music teacher. During class, students will spend time reflecting on the best practices for music education. Particularly important is the aspect of openness to a broadening of educational practices for a PK-12 band, orchestra, choir, and general music certification. These practices and the ways they align with contemporary educational research are a substantial portion of the course. Topics covered include the history of music education, philosophy, the role of music in today's school education, examining developed curriculum, national music standards, and PA state standards.