An Introduction to Piano Pedagogy

2.0 credits

The Art of Teaching, focusing on the “who”, the “what” and the “how”. There are seven Modules in 2-week increments: I. Developing a Teaching Philosophy/Becoming a Teacher; II. The Question; III. The Beginning Student: developing good habits in young beginners; IV. A survey of leading beginning piano methods; V. The Elementary Level student: VI. The Intermediate level student; and VII. The Adult Beginner, including Class Piano instruction. Hybrid format involves in-person classes along with extensive use of the digital publication Piano Magazine: online webinars, articles, and seminars; weekly assignments in Blackboard, Reflection Posts and Discussion Boards for further pedagogical exploration and class interaction. A special component is the observation and teaching of students from Eastman Community Music School, at the 4 levels, under the supervision and guidance of ECMS master faculty.