EDF6322

Teaching music: policy and practice ( 12 points, SCA Band 0, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr J Southcott

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit deals with the research that informs the formulation of policy and practice in music education. Module 1 examines the historical development and philosophical bases of school music education and current trends in arts and music education policy. In Module 2 students will consider the implications of sociological understandings of music education policy and practice.

Objectives: Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of current arts education policy and the position of music education in Australian schools; appreciate the historical and philosophical influences that have shaped music education policy and practice in Australia; compare and evaluate alternative approaches to school music education from systems outside Australia.

Assessment: Module 1: Essay 4,000 words 50%. Module 2: Essay 4,000 words 50%.