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Curriculum Development in Music Education (422-0-1)

Instructors

Casey Philip Schmidt

Meeting Info

RCMA 1-164: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

The purpose of this course is to examine curriculum issues in contemporary music education and to engage in the process of curriculum development. We will consider past, present, and future trends in curriculum; reform efforts in general education and music education; and critical component areas of learning goals, sequence, and assessment.

Learning Objectives

• Develop an awareness of current issues in music education curriculum development
• Develop an awareness of current reform issues and practices in general education
• Develop a reflective and critical perspective about curricula that informs curricular development and change

Class Materials (Required)

Abeles, H. F., and Custodero, L. A. (2021). Critical issues in music education: Contemporary theory and practice (2nd Edition). Oxford University Press. ISBN-13: 978-0197533957 $24 (used/rent) $50 (e-book) $144 (new)