95 courses with the subject MUE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MUE 110Student-Centered Learning0.5
This course presents music education majors with theoretical foundations and learning experiences in learner-centered pedagogy including music-as-a-second-language (MSL) pedagogy, modern band techniques, and informal learning strategies. Topics covered include the following: guitar, ukulele, electric bass, drum set, and vocal music techniques within a popular music context; MSL pedagogy; songwriting and technology; informal learning strategies; constructivism in music education; and developing a personal statement of a learner-centered philosophy of music education. The mission of this course is consistent with the Music Education Department and curriculum.
This course presents concepts on developing improvisational skills by singing or playing instruments for music educators. It will provide a greater understanding of musical improvisation and will present pedagogical concepts needed to become an effective improvisor in various idiomatic styles with a focus on 20th century American styles from blues and jazz to modern popular styles. Topics covered include the following: rhythmic improvising within the structures of various genres; pitch choice and melodic considerations; improvising in jazz and American popular music styles; informal learning strategies; constructivism in music education; developing lesson plans with a learner-centered focus; and developing a "first draft" of a learner-centered philosophy of music education. The mission of this course is consistent with the Music Education Department and curriculum.
This course provides music education majors with the WHAT and WHY of music education. This course helps the student begin the process of making the transition from a music student to a music teacher. During class, students will spend time reflecting on the best practices for music education. Particularly important is the aspect of openness to a broadening of educational practices for a PK-12 band, orchestra, choir, and general music certification. These practices and the ways they align with contemporary educational research are a substantial portion of the course. Topics covered include the history of music education, philosophy, the role of music in today's school education, examining developed curriculum, national music standards, and PA state standards.
This is a performance ensemble course in which students learn to rehearse and perform in a contemporary, popular music venue via a small band (typically 4-6 members). Educational emphasis is placed on group communication and collaboration, creative exploration, music technology, group leadership skills, and expanding student knowledge of popular music. Styles studied and performed include any and all popular genres (e.g., rock, pop, R&B) and their related sub-genres. Repeatable for credit.
A seminar introducing the philosophical foundations of music education and the structure of the school music program. Required for all music education majors prior to MUE 331.
This course provides music education majors the HOW of music education. It moves beyond a philosophical discussion into an overview of educational resources, assessment basics, lesson planning, methodology foundations, introduction into diversity, equity and access, social- emotional learning, copyright, and professional dispositions. During class, students will find and review resources, gain group early experiences in diverse classroom settings (field level 1), design inclusive lessons, study professional and reflective practices, and execute beginning flexible teaching modules (e.g., rote song) to include all students. Other topics include the diverse student needs, musical development of all students, differentiated instruction, and learner-centered pedagogy. Distance education offering may be available.
This course exposes music education majors to the beginning-level band, orchestra, and choral repertoire, techniques, and materials found in public elementary schools. Topics covered include exposure to and experience on secondary and tertiary wind/percussion/string instruments; self-evaluation and reflective performance practices; formative assessment in large ensemble settings; and effective large ensemble rehearsal and skill development techniques. The mission of this course is consistent with the Music Education Department and curriculum.
This course provides music education majors introductions to social change, critical inquiry, and community engagement in music education. Topics covered include the following: social change, positionality, critical inquiry, student empowerment, the music of protest, building empathy, and community engagement.
This course provides undergraduate music education and music therapy candidates with the skills, knowledge, understandings, and attitudes necessary to meet the needs of students with diverse needs in an inclusive music education classroom, including an emphasis on ethical decision-making. Gen Ed Attribute: Ethics Requirement Distance education offering may be available.
This seminar will prepare the Music Education candidate to develop, administer, teach, and lead children's choirs. Candidates will gain hands on experience with management and rehearsal techniques. Class meets two times per week; 1 hour in class 2 hour lab.
The purpose of this course is to apply the skills, techniques, and dispositions required to be an effective P-12 music teacher. This course will allow students to work in a classroom setting to examine how teachers deliver curriculum in an urban setting. Teacher Candidates will observe, engage with students in small and large groups, have discussions with their cooperating teachers, participate in the lesson and assessment planning process, and teach an entire or portions of a class lesson.
The purpose of this course is to apply the skills, techniques, and dispositions required to be an effective P-12 music teacher. This course will allow students to work in a classroom setting to examine how teachers deliver curriculum in a suburban setting outside their major area of expertise/focus. Teacher Candidates will observe, engage with students in small and large groups, have discussions with their cooperating teachers, participate in the lesson and assessment planning process, and teach an entire or portions of a class lesson.
This course provides upper-level music education majors the scaffolding and sequencing in traditional general music education methods (e.g., Kodaly, Orff, etc.). Additionally, students develop more classroom musicianship including classroom song leadership, classroom recorder, generate harmonic accompaniments (acoustic and electronic), create performance and rehearsal tracks and assessments, and explore topics specifically related to early childhood education. Topics covered include Kodaly, Orff, and Gordon methodologies; curriculum development, deployment, and assessment; lesson planning design with national standards and PA state standards; harmonic accompanying instruments; and teaching with technology. MUE 320 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 202 and MUE 220. Gen Ed Attribute: Writing Emphasis 437
This course is about the method and practice of teaching music through learner-centered practices and creative collaboration. It is a class about pedagogy - a particular pedagogy that can help students grow personally and musically using any variety of musical instruments and voice, while involved with music from a wide range of styles. This is a pedagogical approach that differs in significant ways from the traditional ensemble model that has characterized music education in the United States for the past one hundred years. The primary goal is to expand the possibilities for music offerings in the PK-12 schools. Topics covered include the following: songwriting, popular music ensembles, technology, creative assessment, integrated arts. In this course students create their first SLO (new format - data binders).
This course provides music education majors the tools to develop and maintain the non- musical aspects of music education programs at all levels in schools and communities. Topics covered include stakeholder communication, budget development, assessment, classroom management, trip planning, fundraising, scheduling and organization, grant writing, conferencing, and community collaboration. Gen Ed Attribute: Writing Emphasis
This course presents music education majors with concepts related to the teaching of beginning and intermediate large instrumental and choral ensemble formats most found in K-12 public schools. Topics covered include the following: development and deployment of effective beginner instrumental and vocal music lessons; evaluation and reflective practices; formative assessment in a small group lesson and ensemble settings; effective large ensemble rehearsal and skill development techniques; and programming philosophy development and resources.
The study of music and the learning process at the elementary level to include Dalcroze, Kodaly, and Orff. MUE 331 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CON 311 or CON 321; Teacher Candidacy; current Act 34, Act 114, Act 151 clearances, and TB test valid for semester. Gen Ed Attribute: Writing Emphasis
The study of music and the learning process at the secondary level to include technology, listening skills, multicultural diversity, general music programs, and administrative skills. MUE 332 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 331. Teacher Candidacy. Current Act 34, Act 114, Act 151 Clearances and TB test valid for semester. Gen Ed Attribute: Diverse Communities, Writing Emphasis
Fundamentals underlying the development of instrumental programs in the public schools. Emphasis on program organization and administration, teaching procedures, and materials. MUE 333 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CON 311 or CON 321; and Teacher Candidacy.
Designed to acquaint the student with a variety of choral music suitable for school use. Program planning and rehearsal techniques are demonstrated. MUE 335 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CON 311 or CON 321; MUE 331 or MUE 332; and Teacher Candidacy.
For juniors and seniors who desire to specialize in instrumental music. Considers rehearsal procedures, effective materials, minor repairs of instruments, competitions and festivals, and marching band procedures. MUE 337 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 333.
Principles of related-arts teaching applicable to musical elements, art, and creative movement, with appropriate teaching techniques at specified grade levels. Materials for school music programs; basal music series, other texts and literature, and resources in related arts. Demonstration lessons and unit planning.
A 7-week-long, full-time first capstone teaching experience. The student teacher assumes increasing responsibility in the classroom, as demonstrated by effective methods for the planning, delivering, and reflecting on instruction. Weekly seminars required. MUE 431 Prerequisite: Successful completion of (MUE 310, MUE 322, and MUE 324) or MUE 332, with minimum grades of D-, and Teacher Candidacy. Gen Ed Attribute: Speaking Emphasis 438
A 7-week-long, full-time second capstone teaching experience. In a contrasting placement from MUE 431, the student teacher assumes increasing responsibility in the classroom, as demonstrated by effective methods for the planning, delivering, and reflecting on instruction. Weekly seminars required. MUE 432 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 431; and Teacher Candidacy. Gen Ed Attribute: Speaking Emphasis B.M. IN MUSIC EDUCATION
Basic techniques and procedures. Major types of research. Methods for locating, evaluating, and interpreting evidence. Preparation of a research outline. Distance education offering may be available.
Historical and philosophical foundations of music education. Application of principles of education to music. Major emphasis on development of a philosophy of the discipline. Distance education offering may be available.
An exploration of current trends in music education, including but not limited to: philosophy of music education, curriculum development, instructional methods, music technology, music technology for special learners, and evolution of teacher training. Distance education offering may be available.
Exploration and examination of current pedagogy, materials, and technology available to enhance learning through music in the elementary classroom. Elementary education majors only.
This course equips music educators with essential skills in music technology, focusing on recording, editing, electronic music creation, and innovative applications in the classroom. Students will explore contemporary tools and techniques to enhance teaching and learning. Distance education offering may be available.
MUE 516Recruitment, Retention, and Advocacy for Music Educators3
In this course, participants will explore practical strategies to enhance student participation and retention in school music programs while also developing effective advocacy plans. Through peer-reviewed research, professional resources, and class discussions, participants will create customized tools and action plans tailored to their specific school environments. The course emphasizes the integration of recruitment, retention, and advocacy to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of music programs.
Understanding the diversity of musical expressions of our planet and the multicultural musical dynamics of American culture; provides music educators with the information, materials and teaching strategies required for the creation and maintenance of a multiculturally based music curriculum. 218
This course provides music educators with the skills, knowledge, understandings, and attitudes necessary to meet the needs of students with disabilities in a diverse music education classroom. Distance education offering may be available.
MUE 531Graduate Level 1 Student Teaching for Music Educators1-3
A 7-week long, full-time 1st placement teaching experience. The student teacher will assume increasing responsibility in the classroom, as demonstrated by effective methods for planning, delivering, and reflecting on instruction. Weekly synchronous virtual seminars are required. Distance education offering may be available.
MUE 532Graduate Level 2 Student Teaching for Music Educators1-3
A 7-week long, full-time 2nd placement teaching experience. In a contrasting placement from MUE 531, the student teacher will assume increasing responsibility in the classroom, as demonstrated by effective methods for planning, delivering, and reflecting on instruction. Weekly synchronous virtual seminars are required. Distance education offering may be available.
MUE 536Children's Choir Practicum for Music Educators3
Review, analysis, and practical application of current and developing pedagogy, literature, and materials for teaching and conducting a children's choir. Students will have the opportunity to observe and conduct a laboratory children's choir. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in this area.
Designed to review and identify folk music genre, identify principle researchers and collections, analyze materials collected and submit project containing all materials.
Development of brass performance and pedagogical skills for teaching brass instruments in the elementary and secondary school instrumental program. This course is designed for the non-brass major in-service or pre-service music educator.
MUE 543Woodwind Essentials for the Music Educator3
Development of the woodwind performance and pedagogical skills appropriate for teaching woodwind instruments in the elementary and secondary school instrumental program. This course is designed for the non-woodwind major in-service or pre-service music educator.
Development of the guitar performance and pedagogical skills appropriate for teaching brass instruments in the elementary and secondary school guitar and general music program. This course is designed for the non-guitar major in-service or pre-service music educator.
MUE 545Drum Set Essentials for the Music Educator3
This course introduces performance and practice techniques to teachers without experience on drum set. Students will learn about and experience technique, styles (including rock, jazz, big band, Brazilian, and Afro-Cuban), improvisation, reading, repertoire, and drum set equipment. Supplied with sticks, tracks, and books on the first day of class, each student will sit at their own professional acoustic, electronic, or pad drum set that includes all cymbals and hardware.
MUE 546Advanced Drum Set Essentials for the Music Educator3
This course introduces advanced performance and practice techniques to teachers with some experience on drum set. Students will learn about and experience advanced technique, styles (including rock, jazz, big band, Brazilian, and Afro-Cuban), improvisation, reading, repertoire, and drum set equipment. Supplied with sticks, tracks, and books on the first day of class, each student will sit at their own professional acoustic, electronic, or pad drum set that includes all cymbals and hardware.
MUE 547Choral Conducting Practicum for Music Educators3
Development of choral conducting skills and choral pedagogy appropriate for teaching advanced choral ensembles in the school music program. This course is designed for the experienced choral music educator.
Development of string performance and pedagogical skills appropriate for teaching string instruments in the elementary and secondary instrumental program. This course is designed primarily for the non-string major in-service or pre-service music educator.
Study and analysis of cultural background, musical materials, and performance techniques of music from target cultures. Development of teaching strategies appropriate for public school classrooms. Target cultures will vary. Course may be repeated for credit with permission of Department of Music Education. Repeatable for credit. 2026-2027 CATALOG - GRADUATE
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may be repeated for credit with permission of Department of Music Education.
This course presents theoretical foundation and learning experience in modern music making for practicing music educators and pre-service teachers. Topics include music as a second language (MSL) pedagogy, modern band techniques, and the informal music learning practices (IMLP) of popular musicians.
This graduate-level seminar investigates the complete journey of music in the digital era, from creation through publication and consumption. Emphasizing pedagogical strategies, students investigate songwriting techniques, digital audio workstations, and online collaborative platforms, gaining hands-on experience in creating, editing, and distributing music. Throughout the course, participants analyze the impact of experiential practices and collaborative creation in the music classroom.
Designed to develop musicianship for teaching the Kodaly process in primary grades and to develop students' ability to sing pentatonic literature and basic rhythms at sight in a classroom setting.
Designed to develop musicianship for teaching the Kodaly process in intermediate grades and the student's ability to sing diatonic literature and advanced rhythms at sight in a classroom setting. MUE 562 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 560 or MUE 561.
Designed to present lesson-planning strategies for teaching Kodaly-based methodology in the intermediate grades. MUE 563 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 560 or MUE 561.
Designed to develop musicianship skills for teaching the Kodaly process in secondary grades through classical music. MUE 564 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 562 or MUE 563.
Strategies and materials for listening lessons will be presented as well as teaching techniques for secondary classrooms. Students are expected to submit a 30-35 minute teaching tape for purposes of coordinating all Kodaly teaching skills. MUE 565 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 562 or MUE 563.
Designed to acquaint the student with the application and development of children's choral literature in performance using composed works of Kodaly and various other composers who have written for children.
Designed to review and identify folk song genre, identify principal researchers and collections, analyze materials collected, and submit project containing all materials.
Designed to provide participants with materials for preparing, presenting, and reinforcing rhythmic and melodic concepts through game playing and dances.
The graduate student will prepare and demonstrate his/her ability to teach using developmental and sequential Kodaly methodology. Project will include a written lesson plan, videotaped teaching demonstration, and post conference reflection that demonstrate the graduate student's ability to satisfactorily apply the principles and process of Kodaly methodology to the music classroom. This project is a program culminating activity required to qualify for certification in this methodology.
Designed to develop fundamental Orff processes through elemental proficiency on the soprano recorder. 2026-2027 CATALOG - GRADUATE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC EDUCATION AND MUSIC THERAPY
MUE 573Orff Schulwerk: Level II Basic Musicianship2
Designed to develop theoretical comprehension of the evolution of elemental music through the Baroque period. Liturgical and diatonic modes are used as vehicles in developing harmonic concepts. Admission to program by audition. MUE 573 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 570, MUE 571, and MUE 572.
Designed to develop skills on alto, tenor, and bass recorders through improvisation, accompaniment, and ensemble playing in various styles and historical periods. MUE 574 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 570, MUE 571, and MUE 572.
Continued development of movement techniques through improvisation, choreography in set or free focus with either rhythm, music, or dramatic content, or a combination thereof. MUE 575 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 570, MUE 571, and MUE 572.
MUE 576Orff Schulwerk: Level III Basic Musicianship2
Designed to develop comprehension of 20th-century styles, theoretical and performance practices of Western and non-Western music, while using both ethnic and popular means. MUE 576 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
Continuation of Level II proficiencies and exploration of consort materials found in Orff- Schulwerk, Volumes 1-5. MUE 577 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
Continuation of Level II proficiencies; the analysis of ethnic and historical dances with appropriate choreographic notation in set and free form focus or a combination thereof. MUE 578 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
A culmination of recorder instruction, through performance analysis, and discussion into a survey of repertoire suitable for recorder consort and consort with subordinate instruments. MUE 579 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
An in-depth study to develop visual and spatial awareness, coordination and body control, imagination, improvisation, and kinesthetic understanding of musical elements as they interact within the Schulwerk process. Open, as an elective, to students demonstrating proficiency in creative movement, improvisation, and ethnic dance. Admission by audition. MUE 580 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
A survey of works by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman for the instrumentarium which requires advanced performance skills. Open, as an elective, to students demonstrating playing proficiencies using basic techniques or unpitched and pitched instruments, as well as improvisational skills. Admission by audition. MUE 581 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 573, MUE 574, and MUE 575.
Preparation of Orff-Schulwerk final project. Project will include written and audio-visual documents applying the principles and process of Orff-Schulwerk to the music classroom. Distance education offering may be available.
Innovations and best practices in the Orff Schulwerk Process. Distinguished guest instructors will provide new direction for music educators. MUE 583 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 570, MUE 571, and MUE 572.
MUE 591Introduction to Notation, Sequencing, and Electronic Instruments3
Credits. This course covers music notation software, sequencing software and electronic instruments in the elementary and secondary music classroom. Distance education offering may be available.
MUE 592Introduction to Internet, Multimedia, and Computer-Assisted Instruction3
This course examines the use of computer software in all facets of music instruction through the evaluation of current CAI titles/websites and production of custom instructional content. Distance education offering may be available. 219
This course covers notation software in the music classroom and as a tool for creating original recordings and multimedia files for the Internet and multimedia projects. MUE 593 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 591 and MUE 592.
This course covers advanced techniques in sequencing, MIDI theory and digital audio theory pertaining to recording, editing, and playback. Students will acquire the necessary knowledge to make critical judgments about the appropriateness of selected music software and hardware for particular educational applications and platforms.
This course covers using, creating and editing multimedia lessons for the music classroom. There will be an emphasis on customizing multimedia templates and the development of custom, interactive music lessons. MUE 596 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 591 and MUE 592.
This course covers creating and editing digital multimedia for the music classroom with an emphasis on text, graphics, sound and video. Digital media will be integrated into presentation programs and stand-alone formats such as audio and video tape and CD. MUE 597 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 591 and MUE 592.
MUE 598Integrating Music Technology Into the Curriculum3
Designed for the music teacher and provides philosophical foundations and experience creating lesson plans and units that integrate technology in the K-12 curriculum. Participants should be familiar with the common applications and music technology including music notation software, music production (DAWs), Multimedia and Electronic Instruments. The goal of the course is not to learn how to use the technology, rather how to integrate it into instructional settings that provide creative outlets for their students. Distance education offering may be available.
Review analysis and practical application of print and electronic assessment and evaluation strategies in music education. Strategies and tools will be developed for assessment of musical performance, musical creativity and writing about music and musical experiences in all facets and levels of elementary/secondary school music program. Distance education offering may be available.
Review analysis and practical applications of current and developing pedagogy, materials, and assessment techniques for the K-6 elementary general music classroom. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in this area. May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department. Repeatable for credit.
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May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department.
MUE 602Innovations in Middle School Music Education3
Review analysis and practical applications of current and developing pedagogy, materials, assessment techniques for the Grade 5-8 middle school general music classroom. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in this area.
MUE 603Innovations in Instrumental Music Education3
Review analysis and practical applications of current and developing pedagogy, materials, assessment techniques for the elementary/secondary instrumental music program. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in this area.
Review analysis and practical applications of current and developing pedagogy, materials, assessment techniques for the elementary/secondary choral music program. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in this area. May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department. Repeatable for credit. 220
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May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department.
MUE 605Innovations in Movement in Music Education3
Review analysis and practical applications of current and developing pedagogy, materials, assessment techniques for movement activities in the elementary/secondary school general music classroom. Instructors will include leading innovative guest faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for expertise in this area. May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department.
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May be repeated one time for credit with permission of department.
A research proposal with supporting procedures is developed. Guidance in individual research topics, with tutorial assistance in form and style of research writing. Distance education offering may be available.
Preparation of a music technology project is developed in consultation with a faculty advisor. This can be in one of three domains: * Guided research into relevant topics in technology and music education. Students will select an appropriate topic, under advisement, and carry out research and appropriate written document. * Curriculum development. Student will develop the curriculum for a course in music technology * Computer Aided Instruction development. Student will select an appropriate topic, under advisement, and design and build a stand-alone or web-based application.
This culminating course in the Master of Music Education Project is dedicated to the conceptualization, implementation, and completion of a Capstone Project. With faculty supervision, students create a project that both synthesizes materials learned throughout the degree and aligns with individual professional goals. Capstone Projects may include but are not limited to research projects, curricular design projects, practitioner resources, conference presentation proposals, or informational concerts/recitals. Taken in the final semester of degree completion. Distance education offering may be available.
This course extends the completion of the Capstone Project for Master of Music Education students who are unable to complete the requirements in the designated semester. With faculty supervision, students create a project that both synthesizes materials learned throughout the degree and aligns with individual professional goals. MUE 695 Prerequisite: Successful completion of MUE 694. Distance education offering may be available.
