EDF5450 - Music education 1A

Leader: Dr J Southcott (Clay) & TBA (Gipps)

Offered

Clayton First semester (Open Learning) 2007 (Open Learning)
Clayton First semester 2007 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2007 (Off-campus)

Synopsis

Preparation for teaching of music in post-primary schools, initially focussing on lesson development, presentation and evaluation. Current issues in class music teaching. Methodologies, content, resources and music education principles such as those of Orff, Kodaly, Schafer and Swanwick. Issues including classroom composition, music technology, mixed ensembles, and strategies for music listening.

Objectives

The broad aims of this unit are to develop and prepare effective learning episodes in school class music education; to become familiar with the range of approaches and resources available in classroom music education; to develop an understanding of and skills in the teaching of class music.

Assessment

Assessment: Biographical statement (ungraded hurdle requirement), Reflection on teaching: 50%, Teaching material development 50%
Student participation in the unit is vital either on-campus or via the on-line forum.

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

Music major