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MUSI2822

Pedagogy II

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Newcastle City Precinct Semester 2

Previously offered in 2011, 2005, 2004

21st century music pedagogy needs to be inclusive in order to promote positive learning experiences for the widest possible range of learners. The course deals with the teaching of music performance and creative skills in a wide range of music genres and settings including one-on-one, group, classroom and community. Various approaches, theories, methodologies and techniques of music pedagogy are dealt with.

Objectives At the successful completion of this course students will demonstrate:
1. An understanding of the various contexts in which people learn music
2. An understanding the different approaches to music pedagogy and their relevance and effectiveness in various learning environments including oral and written traditions.
3. An ability to develop a research-led teaching approach
4. Apply current research findings in music pedagogy, cognitive science and information technology for effective development of music performance and creative skills
5. the ability to apply explicit stylistic, instrumental and theoretical parameters in the assessment of musical performance and students musical aptitudes.
Content Course content will include, but is not limited to, study of:
-pedagogical and other applicable research
-music learners, their environments and inclusive approaches to learning
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify) Demonstration Lesson (40%)
Other: (please specify) Written Essay (approximately mid semester) 20%
Other: (please specify) Portfolio and reflection (approximately end of semester)
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2013 Course Timetables for MUSI2822