The graduate program in Music Education is designed for teachers who want to continue developing their professional commitment and competence. Graduate students in the program examine current educational theory and practice and explore a variety of viewpoints to reflectively develop their professional competence and teaching style. They explore social issues affecting students and expand their awareness of and respect for the unique development of each student. During their course work, they consider effective collaboration with and accountability to students, parents, colleagues, and the community. Reexamining the development of values and professional ethics, students gain greater intellectual and ethical insight. The Music Education Program develops advanced proficiency in the Illinois Teacher Standards.
Curriculum Requirements
The Music Education program consists of 34 hours of course work. Additional curriculum information can be found in the graduate catalog. Complete McKendree 2007-08 Graduate Catalog (RTF)
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Credits
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Required Courses in Education
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EDU 600
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Professional Educator Seminar
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0
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EDL 620
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School Law
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3
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EDU 641
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Educational Research & Statistics
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3
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EDU 645
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Action Research Planning
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2
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EDU 694
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Practicum in Teacher Development
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3
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EDU 698
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Portfolio Assessment
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1
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Required Courses in Music Education
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MUS 502
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Advanced Music Technology
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3
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MUED 611
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Introduction to Graduate Study in Music Education
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3
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MUED 620
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Music Education: Curriculum, Theory & Instruction
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3
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MUED 640
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Survey of Research in Music Education
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3
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MUED 650
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Organization and Administration of the Music Program
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3
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MUED 699
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Thesis
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4
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Elective in Music or Education
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3
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Total credits
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34
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Class Format
This program is formatted for the working professional. Classes are offered in an eight week format, one night a week (there are a few courses that are in the 16 week format due to the requirement of the courses).
Location
McKendree offers the Music Education program on the Lebanon campus only. The general education courses can be taken off campus at the cohort sites. Please contact the Office of Graduate Admission for location of those courses.
Transfer Credit Restriction
No more than 8 semester credits will be accepted in transfer. Transfer credit must be submitted for approval during the first semester of enrollment. Transfer coursework cannot be more than eight (8) years old at program completion.
Office of Graduate Admission
701 College Road
Lebanon, IL 62254
618-537-6576
800-BEARCAT ext. 6576
graduate@mckendree.edu