MUSED: Music Education

6950. Conducting Pedagogy. The study and critical analysis of methods for teaching conducting. Prereq: One semester of applied conducting study. 2 s.h.

6970. Foundations of Music Education. An examination of basic principles and techniques of music instruction; contemporary trends viewed from historical perspective. 3 s.h.

6972. Seminar in Music Education. Individual projects and discussion of fundamental issues in music education. Course may be repeated once with permission of instructor. 3 s.h.

6973. Research Methods and Materials in Music Education. A study of research tools and techniques and their application to problems in music education; critique of research studies. Research report required in nonthesis music education program. 3 s.h.

6975. Music and the Humanities. Designed to aid in the development of interdisciplinary courses involving music and the humanities in the secondary school. 3 s.h.

6976. Directed Study in Conducting. Study of significant works, vocal or instrumental; special problems in conducting. May be repeated for credit. 3 s.h.

6978. Contemporary Trends in Music Education. Examination and discussion of music education in contemporary society. Consideration of repertoire, methods, and teaching aids with regard to current needs and emerging trends. 3 s.h.

6979. Workshop in Music Education. For students and teachers in service. Specific topics are announced each time the workshop is offered. Grading is satisfactory or unsatisfactory (S/U). May be repeated with different topic. 1–3 s.h.

6981. Elementary School Music Practicum. Field experiences, demonstrations, and lectures to acquaint the student with the many facets of elementary music instruction. Contemporary trends and innovative programs will be examined. Students will be encouraged to introduce certain programs and approaches in their own teaching situations. Prereq.: Teaching experience or student teaching. 3 s.h.

6982. Secondary School Music Practicum. An examination of the total secondary school music program through guided field experiences, demonstrations, and lectures. The development of curriculum in general music and instrumental and vocal music will be considered in light of the student’s needs and abilities. Prereq.: Teaching experience or student teaching. 3 s.h.