Music 290
Foundations of Music Education
This is an introductory course for all students planning to pursue
teacher licensure in music. Emphasis is on historical, cultural,
and social contexts for music education as well as the role of personal
expression, arts criticism, and the nature and meaning of the arts
in the education of children and adolescents, ages 3-21. Topics
include philosophical foundations for music teaching and learning,
curriculum planning and development, goals and objectives of music
programs, materials, technology, and assessment strategies. Students
will also examine the music education profession, its history, and
the qualities, competencies, and skills required of music teachers.
Clinical experiences in the classroom and field experiences in the
schools are a major component of the course. Required of all B.Mus.Ed.
majors. Annually. Fall.
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