Introduction to Music Education (260-0-1)

Instructors

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

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 115: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

This course is designed as an introduction to the field of music education. It will provide you with an overview of the multifaceted nature of K-12 music teaching and learning and serve as a foundation for the construction of your own beliefs and practices as a teacher. We will observe music classrooms as well as read about and discuss a variety of current issues and exciting movements in music education.

Learning Objectives

• Identify and describe various aspects of effective teaching and learning processes (e.g., pacing, feedback, question skills, classroom management, learning theory, sequencing, assessment, curriculum design) in music contexts, both in theoretical and live teaching contexts.
• Describe and critically evaluate models of music education (e.g., Orff, Dalcroze, Kodaly, Suzuki, Music as a Second Language, rehearsals, applied teaching, non-performance classes) in a variety of music contexts
• Critically evaluate issues of access in music education as they relate to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., race and ethnicity, class, special education, LGBTQ and gender identities, etc.).
• Discuss the relevance of a philosophy of music education and articulate a current personal philosophy of music education.

Teaching Method

Lecture, discussion, and field experience

Evaluation Method

Written assignments.

Class Materials (Required)

N/A