Music Education
David G. Boggs, M.A., Instructor of Music, Director of Bands;
The bachelor’s degree in Music Education reaches beyond the core skills and understandings of the music major to address the full scope of competencies required by the Illinois Content Area Standards in Music. Students who successfully complete the music education curriculum will be eligible to receive the Initial Special K-12 Certificate in Music, qualifying them to teach both instrumental and vocal music in elementary and secondary schools. Please refer to the Education, Health and Human Performance section of this catalog for the Teacher Education Conceptual Framework and the specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program.
The following section lists specific course requirements for the Special K-12 Certificate in Music. In addition, music education majors must pass proficiency requirements in keyboard, sight-singing, and (for instrumental emphasis only) instrument repair. A cumulative grade point average of 2.75 must be maintained in all coursework attempted, with no grade lower than a C in Music Education courses.
Planning Sheets:
2005-06 Catalog
A. GENERAL EDUCATION
1. Basic Skills 9-11 crs.
| ENGLISH (ENG 111 & 112)
SPEECH (SPC 220)
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(6-8)
(3) |
2. Mathematics and Science 10 crs.
| MATHEMATICS (MTH 142 recommended)
SCIENCE (1 laboratory science)
COMPUTER SCIENCE (MUED 200)
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(3)
(4)
(3) |
3. Humanities 12-13 crs.
| LITERATURE
ETHICS
PHILOSOPHY or Religion
U. S. History
|
(3)
(3)
(3-4)
(3) |
4. Social Sciences 9-10 crs.
| AMERICAN GOVERNMENT – NATIONAL (PSI 101)
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY 153)
CROSS CULTURAL STUDIES (MUS 265)
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(3)
(3-4)
(3) |
5. Health and Physical Development 3-4 crs.
| HEALTH (HPE 158)
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES (2 different activities)
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(2-3)
(1) |
B. COMPLETION OF MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 66-72 crs.
| MUSIC THEORY (MUS 255/255L-256/256L; MUS 355-356)
MUSIC HISTORY (MUS 365-366)
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(18)
(8) |
MUS 322
MUS 372 |
INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING
ARRANGING
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(2)
(3) |
| APPLIED MUSIC (Primary and secondary)
ENSEMBLE PARTICIPATION (8 semesters)
METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC (see course descriptions)
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(14-15)
(0)
(21-27) |
C. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION 34 crs.
EDU 210
EDU 311
EDU/PSY 350
EDU 358
PSY 406
EDU 412
EDU 497 |
FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN EDUCATION
METHODS OF TEACHING IN SPECIAL AREAS (K-12)
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS
PSYCHOLOGY OF THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD
METHODS OF TEACHING READING IN THE CONTENT AREA
STUDENT TEACHING (SPE)
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(3)
(3)
(3)
(3)
(4)
(3)
(15) |
Please refer to the Music section of this catalog for descriptions of MUS courses.
MUED 107 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS I (2)
Practical instruction for passing the proficiency exam in piano which is required for all music education majors. Skills to be acquired include harmonization, scales, sight-reading, transposition, and repertoire for solo and ensembles. Same as MUS 107. Annually, Fall.
MUED 108 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS II (2)
A continuation of the skills begun in MUED 107. In addition, the course material will include open score-reading and various accompanying styles. Same as MUS 108. Prerequisite: MUED 107. Annually, Spring.
MUED 200 MUSIC CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY (3)
A computer applications course directed to the music teacher, including the use of word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and specialized applications for music education and multimedia production. Required for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Prerequisite: declaration of Music Education Major. Each semester.
MUED 304 METHODS OF TEACHING WOODWIND INSTRUMENTS (3)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques. Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 306 METHODS OF TEACHING BRASS INSTRUMENTS (3)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques. Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 308 METHODS OF TEACHING PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS (2)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques. Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 310 METHODS OF TEACHING STRINGED INSTRUMENTS (2)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques. Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 329 CLASSROOM VOCAL METHODS (2)
Identifies the goals of the K-12 vocal music program and provides techniques and materials for effective vocal teaching. Attention is given to elementary, middle school, and high school choral groups as well as general classroom singing. Prerequisite: MUS 104/105 or consent of instructor, and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 336 MARCHING AND JAZZ BAND TECHNIQUES (3)
Explores teaching materials, techniques of teaching, and organizational systems as they relate to marching and jazz ensembles. The course emphasizes the fundamental development of the teacher candidate as both a performer and teacher through application of teaching techniques in a controlled environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 353 METHODS OF TEACHING GENERAL MUSIC K-12 (3)
Introduces music as a curriculum area in primary and upper elementary grades, including knowledge and skills of reading, playing, and singing melody. Music is also addressed as a component of curriculum integration, enriching the learning experience in language development, social science, and mathematics. A 36-our field experience is required. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 311. Prerequisite: MUED 329 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 410 BAND ORGANIZATION (3)
Prepares the teacher candidate to administer and organize an instrumental music program. The course includes practical application of techniques based upon course content. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 423 CHORAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS (3)
Identifies the goals of choral musicianship in the school curriculum and develops techniques of conducting young singers in both large and small ensembles. Includes an in-depth survey of graded choral music appropriate for treble, male, and mixed voicing at the upper elementary through high school levels. A 32 or 48 hour field experience, dependent on the area of emphasis, is required. Corequisite for choral emphasis candidates: EDU 412. Prerequisite: MUS 322 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 424 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS (3)
Presents specific techniques for teaching and conducting instrumental ensembles, including a survey of literature appropriate for school bands and wind ensembles. The refining of teaching and conducting techniques associated with instrumental ensembles will be emphasized. Score study, transpositions, and rehearsal techniques are covered in depth. A 32 or 48 hour field experience, dependent on the area of emphasis, is required. Corequisite for instrumental emphasis candidates: EDU 412. Prerequisite: MUS 322 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.