Courses
Academic Courses
Music Education
- MUS E131 Freshman Colloquium in Music Education (2 cr.) C: EDUC M101 Laboratory/Field Experience. Introduction to the development of instructional materials and professional artifacts through observations, peer teaching, and the application of technological resources. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E218 Cultural Diversity in Music Pedagogy (3 cr.) P: E130 Introduction to Music Learning or E131 Freshman Colloquium in Music Education. This course explores ways in which educators can respond pedagogically and ethically to human diversity present in music classrooms. We will explore several approaches to teaching, applying their central premises to school music contexts: world music pedagogy; culturally relevant, responsive, and sustaining pedagogy; and anti-racist pedagogy. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E232 Inclusive Participatory Music Practices (3 cr.) P: E130 Introduction to Music Learning or E131 Freshman Colloquium in Music Education. C: EDUC M201 Laboratory/Field Experience. An examination of various avenues for learning music in contemporary culture. Includes an overview of informal music-making practices such as garage bands and singing circles, learning and engagement with music from diverse places throughout the world, and using technology for creative music making. Contains a service learning component. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E241 Introduction to Music Fundamentals (3 cr.) Designed to aid elementary majors in the School of Education in learning to sing and read music.
- MUS E342 Methods and Materials for Teaching Elementary Music (3 cr.) P: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and MUS E232 Inclusive Participatory Music Practices. C: EDUC K207 Practical Aspects of Disability Law for Music Teachers and EDUC M301 Laboratory/Field Experience. Detailed study of current teaching techniques for the elementary school music class; Dalcroze, Kodály, and Orff techniques; review of current textbooks and other materials; classroom recorder and guitar. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E343 Methods and Materials for Teaching Choral Music (3 cr.) P: P: Junior standing, admission to the Teacher Education Program, MUS E232 Inclusive Participatory Music Practices, and P or C: G370 Techniques for Conducting. C: EDUC M301 Laboratory/Field Experience. Organization and development of choral groups; voice production; rehearsal techniques; tone, diction, and phrasing; materials suitable for school choruses at secondary level. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E344 Methods and Materials for Teaching Instrumental Music (3 cr.) P: Junior standing, admission to the Teacher Education Program, and MUS E232 Inclusive Participatory Music Practices. C: EDUC M301 Laboratory/Field Experience. Teaching methods and materials; organization of the instrumental curriculum. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E400 Undergraduate Readings in Music Education (2-3 cr.)
- MUS E434 Administration of School Bands and Orchestras (2 cr.) P: Senior standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teaching, organization, and administration of school wind ensembles, percussion ensembles, and orchestras. A grade of C+ or higher is required.
- MUS E480 Methods and Materials for Teaching String Music (2 cr.) P: F261 String Class Techniques. String teaching materials, methods, and techniques for use with K-12 students.
- MUS E481 Methods and Materials for Teaching Instrumental Jazz (2 cr.) P: O214 Jazz Harmony or T152 Music Theory and Literature II. Instrumental jazz materials, methods, and techniques for teaching K-12 students. A short survey of jazz history, including seminal recordings, and an introduction to teaching improvisation will be included.
- MUS E482 Methods and Materials for Teaching Vocal Jazz (2 cr.) P: O214 Jazz Harmony or T152 Music Theory and Literature II. Strategies for teaching the basic principles of vocal jazz. Areas of study include historical perspective, landmark recordings, repertoire, improvisation, scat syllables, swing, accompaniment, amplification, auditioning, and sequence of instruction. No previous jazz experience necessary.
- MUS E502 The Practice of Music Teaching (3 cr.) An overview of learning theories and curriculum design related to specific music education fields. Includes an investigation of general learning theories and application of these to choral, general, and instrumental music teaching situations. Field experience component will provide opportunities for observation of area teachers and implementation of curriculum with area students.
- MUS E517 Sociology of Music (3 cr.) Discussions and informal lectures on aspects of the sociology of music viewed from the perspective of process.
- MUS E518 Foundations of Music Education (3 cr.) Interdisciplinary approach, including aspects of philosophy, psychology, aesthetics, and sociology.
- MUS E520 Reading and Writing Research in Music Education (2 cr.) P or C for MME Students: E518 Foundations of Music Education and E598 Practicum/Thesis Proposal in Music Education. Required of master’s degree and certificate students in music education. An overview of research techniques in music education, culminating in a written literature review and topic proposal for a master’s thesis or practicum for MME students or an action research plan for certificate students.
- MUS E521 The Children's Chorus (3 cr.) Vocal and choral techniques, literature, and organizational practices appropriate to children’s choral ensembles.
- MUS E522 Music in Early Childhood (3 cr.) A survey of research literature in musical development and applications to the selection of materials and teaching methods for the preschool- and kindergarten-aged child.
- MUS E524 Exploratory Teaching in General Music K-12 (3 cr.) For graduate students in music education who have teaching experience. Comprehensive study of the general music program, including new techniques, materials, and literature.
- MUS E527 Advanced Instrumental Methods (3 cr.) Application of current teaching techniques to group instrumental instruction. Designed for students with previous teaching experience.
- MUS E528 Advanced Choral Methods and Materials (3 cr.) Advanced choral methods for the practicing teacher or advanced student. Literature survey for secondary school environment. Resources and methodology leading to a comprehensive choral curriculum.
- MUS E530 Learning Processes in Music (3 cr.) Descriptive and prescriptive conditions of musical learning and development. Included are interdisciplinary studies of learning involving musical, psychological, physiological, cultural, and sociological factors.
- MUS E533 Research in Music Education (1-3 cr.) P: consent of instructor. Independent research in music education.
- MUS E535 Measurement, Evaluation, and Guidance in Music (3 cr.) Standardized tests, classroom or studio marking, auditioning, and adjudication; evaluation of aptitude in light of professional and educational criteria; and use of data in counseling.
- MUS E540 Topics in General Music (3 cr.) For graduate students in music education with some teaching experience in general music. Topics include creativity, technology, and arts integration. Philosophies of music teaching, learning theories, curricular approaches, research, and classroom content, as they relate to teaching K-12 general music.
- MUS E545 Guided Professional Experiences (1-3 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. Further development of professional skills in teaching, supervision, and administration by means of laboratory techniques and use of Jacobs School of Music facilities and resources. Evidence required of competency to carry out independent work.
- MUS E561 Special Topics in Choral Methods (1-3 cr.)
- MUS E580 Methods and Materials for Teaching String Music (3 cr.) String teaching materials, methods, and techniques for use with K-12 students. This course will cover the skills and knowledge that will enable students to successfully teach K-12 string classes from the beginning though advanced levels. Knowledge of various pedagogical approaches as well as practical application of those concepts in this course.
- MUS E581 Methods and Materials for Teaching Instrumental Jazz (3 cr.) Instrumental jazz materials, methods, and techniques for teaching K-12 stduents. A short survey of jazz history, including seminal recordings, and an introduction to teaching improvisation will be included. A review of jazz research leading to a research paper and presentation.
- MUS E582 Methods and Materials for Teaching Vocal Jazz (3 cr.) Strategies for teaching the basic principles of vocal jazz. Areas of study include historical perspective, landmark recordings, repertoire, improvisation, scat syllables, swing, accompaniment, amplification, auditioning, and sequence of instruction. No previous jazz experience necessary. A review of jazz research leading to a research paper and presentation.
- MUS E598 Practicum/Thesis Proposal in Music Education (0 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. Enrollment required prior to or concurrent with E520 Reading and Writing Research in Music Education. Development of practicum or thesis methodology and analysis procedures.
- MUS E616 Curriculum in Music Education (3 cr.) P: E518 Foundations of Music Education. Purpose, problems, development, and current trends in music curricular structures in elementary, secondary, and higher education.
- MUS E618 History, Curriculum, and Philosophy of Music Education (3 cr.) P: E518 Foundations of Music Education. This seminar critically examines the history of Western music education, issues related to curriculum design and development, and contemporary music education philosophical writings.
- MUS E619 Psychology of Music (3 cr.) Functions of the musical mind; factors in the development of musical skills and maturity.
- MUS E625 Administration of Music in Higher Education (3 cr.) Administration problems, curricular content, securing of teaching personnel and equipment, planning of music buildings, and other duties attendant upon the administrator of a music department or school of music.
- MUS E631 Quantitative Research in Music Education (3 cr.) Nature of research and scientific method; application to problems of music research. Critique of research studies.
- MUS E632 Advanced Quantitative Research in Music Education (3 cr.) P: E631 Quantitative Research in Music Education. Problem definition; development of research design. Probability and sampling procedure. Techniques for the location, collection, quantification, and treatment of data. Research report required.
- MUS E635 College Music Teaching (3 cr.) Theory of teaching; philosophic assumptions; aesthetic theories; approaches to education; implications for teaching music education, music history and literature, and music theory courses.
- MUS E640 Qualitative Research in Music Education (3 cr.) Basic sociological, anthropological, and historical backgrounds from which qualitative research in music education is drawn and the principal theories that govern qualitative research. Factors related to the design, collection of data, and analysis for field-based research. A hands-on approach to data collection and analysis strategies applied to research questions.
- MUS E641 Advanced Qualitative Research in Music Education (3 cr.) This course provides an opportunity for participants who have taken an introductory course in qualitative research to deepen their knowledge of qualitative research techniques and to conduct a study. Topics emphasized include analysis and interpretation of qualitative data and techniques associated with case study, ethnography, grounded theory, narrative, and phenomenology.
- MUS E645 Music Teacher Education (2 cr.) Historical perspectives and current theory and practice in music teacher education including the structure and framework of public education, program evaluations, strategies for method classes, field experience, and student teaching. Investigation of current research in music teacher education.
- MUS E646 Seminar in String Research (3 cr.) An overview of current topics in string research. A wide range of pedagogical topics examined through selected readings. Literature review of specific topics leading to a research paper and presentation.
- MUS E650 Music Education Research Colloquium (0 cr.) Research presentations, poster presentations, and lectures by graduate students, faculty, and guest lecturers. Required of doctoral students in music education each semester of full-time enrollment.
- MUS E658 Seminar in Music Education (2 cr.) Advanced professional study in the theory and practice of music education.
- MUS E660 Philosophical Research in Music Education (2 cr.) An examination of the methods used in philosophical research in music education, with a survey of major studies and trends of inquiry.
- MUS E661 Historical Research in Music Education (2 cr.) An examination of the methods used in historical research in music education, with a survey of major studies and trends of inquiry.
- MUS E662 Public Lecture in Music Education (0 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. A presentation made to the university community and submitted for consideration to an appropriate professional conference. The paper presented must be approved by a primary faculty supervisor and a second faculty reader. This course is eligible for deferred (R) grading.
- MUS E663 Public Research Lecture in Music Education (0 cr.) P: Consent of the instructor. A research presentation made to the university community and submitted for consideration to an appropriate professional conference. The paper presented must represent new, doctoral-level research and be approved by a primary faculty supervisor and a second faculty reader. This course is eligible for deferred (R) grading.
- MUS E665 Advanced Philosophical Research in Music Education (3 cr.) P: E660 Philosophical Research in Music Education. This course includes advanced and selected readings in the philosophy of music education intended to broaden and deepen students' grasp of this literature. Students will practice conducting philosophical research by undertaking a semester-long writing project.