Course: MUE 2040–Introduction to Music Education (3 credit hours)
Instructor: Dr. Sarah Satterfield
Class Meeting Times/Location: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00-8:50 a.m., 4-122 (Section 001)
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11:00-12:00; Tuesday and Thursday 10:50-12:05; Tuesday 1:30-4:00; Thursday 1:30-3:30; or by appointment
Office Location: 4-113
Office Phone: (352) 854-2322, ext. 1406
E-mail: swsatterfield@cox.net
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION
Course Description/Objectives
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the music education profession. Topics to be covered will include the process of becoming a music instructor, tools of teaching, levels of instruction, performing ensembles, multiculturalism, diverse learning styles, classroom management, technology, and career opportunities.
Materials
The textbook for the course is the 2 nd edition of Charles Hoffer’s Introduction to Music Education (Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, 1993).
Attendance Policy
Two unexcused absences are allowed during the semester. With each additional unexcused absence, one point will be deducted from the final grade. For excused absences, appropriate written documentation (medical excuse, note from another professor/coach, etc.) must be given to the instructor within one week (not at the end of the semester). Students who miss class should obtain notes from other students, not the instructor.
Tardiness
Class begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. As it distracts both the instructor and other students, tardiness will not be tolerated. Two tardies or incidences of leaving class early will count as one unexcused absence.
Course Requirements
Students are expected to attend class, turn in assignments on designated dates, and prepare for tests and the final.
Academic Honesty
Cheating on tests or on any other assignments will not be tolerated. Without exception, anyone caught cheating will fail the assignment in question. Further action may include suspension or expulsion from the college.
Grading Policy
For the purpose of grade determination, tests given during the semester (5) and the final are each worth 100 points. Unit assignments (11) are worth 18 points each, for a total of 198 points (equivalent to two test grades).
Grading Scale
90-100 A
87-89 B+
80-86 B
77-79 C+
70-76 C
60-69 D
Below 59 F
Test Format
· Five tests and a final will be given during the semester. Test questions will be in short answer and discussion format.
· Test conflicts should be discussed with the instructor as close to the beginning of the semester as possible. Make-ups will be given only in the event of documented illness or if the student has received permission from the instructor in advance. No make-ups will be given without a written note. No make-ups on the final.
Disabilities
Students who, because of physical, cognitive, or psychological disabilities, need special accommodations should contact Equal Access Services as soon as possible to request an official letter authorizing accommodations. Every effort will be made to meet the needs of such students.
Learning Outcomes/Expectations
It is hoped that, upon completion of this course, students will be able to discuss with confidence and thorough understanding the history of, and current trends in, American music education. It is also hoped that students will have shaped their own philosophy of music education.
MUE 2040–Course Schedule (Dates Subject to Change)
August 21 First Day of Class–Semester Overview
August 23 Unit 1: Becoming a Music Teacher
August 25 Becoming a Music Teacher (continued)
August 28 Discussion/Unit 1 Assignment Due
August 30 Unit 2: Developing Tools for Teaching Read Chapters 2 and 4
September 1 Developing Tools for Teaching (continued)
September 4 No Class–Labor Day
September 6 Discussion/Unit 2 Assignment Due
September 8 Test 1: Units 1 and 2
September 11 Unit 3: Early Childhood Music Education
September 13 Early Childhood Music Education (continued)
September 15 Discussion/Unit 3 Assignment Due
September 18 Unit 4: General Music in the Elementary School Read Chapters 2, 7, 8, 9 September 20 General Music in the Elementary School (continued)
September 22 Discussion/Unit 4 Assignment Due
September 25 Test 2: Units 3 and 4
September 27 Unit 5: General Music in the Secondary School Read Chapter 8
September 29 General Music in the Secondary School (continued)
October 2 Discussion/Unit 5 Assignment Due
October 4 Unit 6: Band Programs and Performances
October 6 Band Programs (continued)
October 9 Discussion/Unit 6 Assignment Due
October 11 Guest Speaker
October 13 Test 3: Units 5 and 6
October 16 Unit 7: String Music Education Read Chapter 8
October 18 String Music Education (continued)
October 20 Discussion/Unit 7 Assignment Due
October 23 Guest Speaker
October 25 Unit 8: Choral Music Education Read Chapter 6
October 27 Choral Music Education (continued)
October 30 Discussion/Unit 8 Assignment Due
November 1 Guest Speaker
November 3 Test 4: Units 7 and 8
November 6 Unit 9: Multicultural Music Education
November 8 Multicultural Music Education (continued)
November 10 Discussion/Unit 9 Assignment Due
November 13 Unit 10: Including Diverse Learners
November 15 Diverse Learners (continued)
November 17 Guest Speaker
November 20 Test 5: Units 9 and 10
November 22 Unit 11: Special Topics Read Chapters 5 and 10
November 24 No Class–Thanksgiving Break
November 27 Special Topics (continued)
November 29 Discussion/Unit 11 Assignment Due
December 1 Chapter 12: Developing A Music Education Philosophy Read Chapter 1
December 4 Developing a Music Education Philosophy (continued)
December 6 Discussion/Unit 12 Assignment Due
December 8 Classes End
December 11-14 Final Exam Week
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