MUS2030

Professional Practice 2 ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Fintan Murphy

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit will cover the important approaches to the teaching of instrumental and vocal music, expecially methodologies that aim to teach the beginner. A weekly lecture will present methods such as Orff, Kodaly, Suzuki and Yamaha. A further practicum class will offer either; (i) A seminar focusing on instumental technique and analysis of playing in instrument specific groups or (ii) A seminar focusing on School music programs - what to expect and how to prepare for teaching in the school environment (no prerequisite.)

Objectives: At the conclusion of the unit, students should have acquired: 1. A more advanced level of aural skills. 2. Intermediate analytical and practical skills in instrumental/vocal pedagogy.

Assessment: An examination of no more than 30 minutes consisting of a student presentation followed by a viva voce. A written synopsis will be handed in at the examination. (4500 words): 100%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour seminar) per week

Prerequisites: MUS2020 or permission