Time/Location: 11:00 - 11:50 a.m.; Monday, Wednesday, & Friday; Room N180C
Instructor: Dr. Austin
Office: E273
Office Hours: Consult weekly schedule posted on office door
Office Phone: 492-1782
E-mail: austinjr@spot.colorado.edu

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles and practices of the music education profession. Through readings, class discussion, directed observations, a teaching practicum, and other activities, students will:

ï realistically assess personal interest in and qualifications for teaching music given the nature and demands of the profession

ï develop a thorough understanding of historical, philosophical, curricular, and instructional facets of public school music teaching

ï demonstrate skill in analyzing the components of and evaluating the effectiveness of music instruction

ï demonstrate skill in planning and teaching a brief music lesson or portion of a music rehearsal

ï fulfill degree requirements for oral competency (organization and delivery of information; proper English usage; acceptable diction, articulation, and pronunciation)

Course Requirements

1. Regular attendance! Please notify the instructor regarding any excused absence (illness or attendance at a University-sanctioned event). Unexcused absences will impact final grades!

2. Students are responsible for completing all assigned work on time! Partial credit (10% reduction for each class session late) will be given for no more than three late assignments through the semester.

3. Be open-minded! Approaches or ideas presented in class may conflict with your own experiences or background. Use this class as an opportunity to think and learn about music education.
 
 

Course Materials

1. Introduction to Music Education, 2nd Edition, by Charles R. Hoffer (Bookstore)

2. Resource Packet (provided in class)

3. VHS Videotape (for practicum)

4. Large Binder (for portfolio)

Note: Resource readings and other supplemental materials will be placed on reserve in the music library.
 
 

Evaluation/Grading

The following criteria, weightings, and grading scale will be used to determine final course grades:
Discussion Questions for Assigned Readings (5 pts. each; 4 out of 8 chapters) 20
Small Assignments 90
Interviews: Why Teach - 15 pts. [Due Aug. 30]
Interviews: Great Teachers - 15 pts. [Due Sept. 1]
Self-Assessment: Teacher Characteristics - 10 pts. [Due Sept. 3]
Supplemental Philosophy Reading Assignment - 5 pts. [Due Sept. 13]
Personal Philosophy Paper - 20 pts. [1st draft due Sept. 17; 2nd draft due Sept. 27]
Supplemental Standards Reading Assignment - 5 pts. [Due Sept. 24]
Group Project: Instructional Plan - 10 pts. [Presented on Oct. 1 or 4]
Teaching Team Project: Grading Policy - 10 pts. [Presented on Oct. 11]
Midterm Exam [Oct. 18] 60
Special Topic Paper [Oct. 22] 30
Class Observation Reports (3 @ 20 pts. each) 60
General Music [Due Oct. 29]
Choral/Instrumental #1 [Due Nov. 5]
Choral/Instrumental #2 [Due Nov. 10]
Teaching Practicum 50
Presentation [Week of Nov. 15]
Evaluative Materials [Due Nov. 22]
Teaching Portfolio [Due Dec. 6] 40
                                                    350

A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = 59% or below