Music in Higher Education (401-0-1)

Instructors

Steven J Morrison

Meeting Info

RCMA 1-180: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

This class will address the philosophical, structural and pedagogical issues that affect music within the context of higher education.

Registration Requirements

Graduate student (all majors welcome)

Learning Objectives

This course will provide an opportunity for students to:
• Consider and discuss the diverse missions of colleges and universities;
• Compare the structure and content of selected post-secondary music programs;
• Identify fundamental skills of teaching and evaluating;
• Create a selected college/university level course;
• Explore employment opportunities within the field of higher education.

Teaching Method

Lecture, discussion, group activities

Evaluation Method

Assignments, readings, preparation & participation

Class Materials (Required)

Title: What the Best College Teachers Do
ISBN: 9780674013254 - $36

Title: Marketplace of Ideas
ISBN: 9780393062755 - $24.95

Title: Uses of the University
ISBN: 9780674005327 - $40

Title: Heartland Excursions: Ethnomusicological Reflections on Schools of Music
ISBN: 9780252064685 - $23