Music Education
David G. Boggs, M.Mus., 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 Bachelor of Music Education degree course of study is a five-year program.
The following section lists specific course requirements for the Special K-12 Certificate in Music. A cumulative grade point average of 2.75 must be maintained in all coursework attempted, with no grade lower than a C in Education and Music Education courses.
| A. GENERAL EDUCATION |
43-48 crs. |
| 1. Basic Skills |
9-11 crs. |
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ENGLISH (ENG 111 & 112)
SPEECH (SPC 220)
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(6-8)
(3) |
| 2. Mathematics and Science |
10 crs. |
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MATHEMATICS (MTH 142 recommended)
SCIENCE (1 laboratory science)
COMPUTER SCIENCE (MUED 200)
|
(3)
(4)
(3) |
|
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)
|
(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 |
67 crs. |
MUS 255
MUS 256
MUS 322
MUS 355
MUS 356
MUS 365
MUS 366
MUS 372
MUED 107
MUED 108
MUED 304
MUED 306
MUED 308
MUED 310
MUED 353
MUED 357
MUED 410
MUED 423
MUED 424
MUED 499 |
MUSIC THEORY I
MUSIC THEORY II
INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING
MUSIC THEORY III
MUSIC THEORY IV
MUSIC HISTORY II
MUSIC HISTORY III
ARRANGING
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT
ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS I
ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS II
METHODS OF TEACHING WOODWINDS
METHODS OF TEACHING BRASS
METHODS OF TEACHING PERCUSSION
METHODS OF TEACHING STRING INST.
METHODS OF TEACHING GENERAL MUSIC
CLASSROOM VOCAL METHODS
BAND AND CHOIR ORGANIZATION
CHORAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS
INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS
SENIOR RECITAL PROJECT (1)
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(5)
(5)
(2)
(4)
(4)
(4)
(4)
(3)
(8)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(3)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(3)
(3)
(2)
(2)
(1) |
All students must pass a piano proficiency exam, must demonstrate proficiency in band instrument repair and complete a senior recital on their primary instrument.
| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CHORAL TRACK |
5 crs. |
MUS 215
MUS 216
MUS 328
MUS 154
MUS 254
MUS E56 |
APPLIED PIANO
APPLIED PIANO
VOCAL DICTION
CONCERT CHOIR (each semester)
CANTORI (4 semesters)
MARCHING BAND (1 semester)
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(1)
(1)
(3)
(0)
(0)
(0) |
| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTRUMENTAL TRACK |
6 crs. |
MUED 336
MUS E56
MUS E58
MUS 156
MUS 157
MUS 258
MUS 154
or
MUS 254 |
SECONDARY INSTRUMENT (WIND OR PERCUSSION)
MARCHING AND JAZZ BAND TECHNIQUES
MARCHING BAND (every fall)
JAZZ ENSEMBLE (1 semester)
CONCERT BAND (each semester)
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE (1 semester)
JAZZ COMBO (1semester)
CONCERT CHOIR (2 semesters)
CANTORI (2 semesters)
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(3)
(3)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0) |
| 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) (3)
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS (3)
PSYCHOLOGY OF THE EXCEPTIONAL CHIL (4)
METHODS OF TEACHING READING (3)
IN THE CONTENT AREA
STUDENT TEACHING (SPE) (15)
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(3)
(3)
(3)
(3)
(4)
(3)
(15) |
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. As needed.
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 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 using the various elements of music (melody, rhythm, harmony, form, texture/timbre) in musical activities such as reading, playing and singing melodies. 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. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 311. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 357 CLASSROOM VOCAL METHODS (3)
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 353 or consent of instructor and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 410 BAND AND CHOIR ORGANIZATION (3)
Prepares the teacher candidate to administer and organize a music program. Topics will include, but not be limited to, booster organizations, fundraising, budgeting, and program development. 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. Co-requisite 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. Co-requisite for instrumental emphasis candidates: EDU 412. Prerequisite: MUS 322 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 499 SENIOR RECITAL PROJECT (1)
This course meets the content area standards for Music Education. Course work includes preparing program notes for the recital, a theoretical analysis of a work presented on the recital and demonstration of all major and minor scales. The student will also perform a recorded jury and senior recital. Prerequisite: Completion of at least seven semesters of applied lessons on his/her primary instrument. To be taken concurrently with the student’s final semester of applied lesson on his/her primary instrument. As needed.