Secondary Instrument Rehearsal: WBP

2.0 credits

This course allows pre-service teachers to develop an understanding of research-validated, appropriate methods for teaching secondary instrumental music, and to develop the necessary techniques to implement those methods. Course requirements include making long and short range instructional plans based on systematic analysis of individual and ensemble performance, teaching individual and small group lessons, rehearsing and conducting small and large ensembles. Assignments incorporate use of music composition and production technologies. Through at least 25 hours of field experience, pre-service teachers have opportunities to interact with teachers, professional staff, parents and administrators to enhance the music learning of secondary school students and learn appropriate communication, and assessment (formal and informal) techniques. Advanced readings and assignments linking theory(classroom)to practice(field experience)are required.