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Philosophy of Music Education (358-0-1)

Instructors

Jennifer Ann Marie Blackwell
847/467-1682
RCMA 4-141
Office Hours: by appointment
https://music.northwestern.edu/faculty/profile/jennifer-blackwell

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 121: Mon, Wed 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

The purpose of this course is to stimulate your thinking about your role as a music educator, as well as the role of music in the broader educative experience. In this course you will explore some of the philosophical principles, concepts, and ideas that provide music education with purpose and direction. Grappling with these ideas will improve your knowledge and understanding about music teaching and the actions of music educators This class will help you articulate a vision for music in schools and a philosophical orientation toward music teaching and learning.

Learning Objectives

This course is designed to enable you to:

  • communicate philosophical orientations toward music education in clear writing and oral discourse
  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding of various philosophical positions in and related to music education through speech and writing
  • develop an increased understanding of the ways philosophy can inform practice
  • demonstrate an understanding of the issues, challenges, and potentials of music education through writings, presentations, and discussions.

Class Materials (Required)

Dewey, J. (1997). Experience and education. Free Press. ISBN-10: 0684838281. $11

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Enrollment is restricted to Music Education Majors, Minors, and Masters students. Bienen students in other majors may enroll with permission.