18 courses with the subject MUED, 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.
MUED 103Musicking I1
This course includes performing, creating and responding to music in a laboratory setting. It is designed to promote diverse ways of thinking about music teaching and learning as informed by personal musicianship. Credit(s): 1
This course is an orientation in music education to a wide array of topics regarding music in the schools (K-12). It includes readings, guided observations, and discussion of contemporary trends and practices presented in a seminar setting. Credit(s): 2
Students explore historical, philosophical and sociological foundations of education and music in the United States. Overview of ethical, legal and contemporary trends and implications for music education are included. Credit(s): 2
Students examine reading, writing, speaking and listening processes as they apply to the development of literacy in the K-12 education of music students. Study of word, text, sign and symbol and their comprehension and strategies for instruction are included. Credit(s): 2
MUED 236Introduction to Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education2
This course is a study of music curricula and assessment and the creation of learning environments that support diverse learners in inclusive settings. It includes construction, administration and evaluation of tests and other assessment tools. It begins with an overview of instructional planning, the relationship of objectives to standards and strategies for ensuring alignment between curriculum and instruction, standards and assessment. Credit(s): 2
This course addresses methods, materials and media appropriate to the teaching of general music classes and choral rehearsals. It also includes business procedures, organization and management of large and small choral ensembles, with knowledge of techniques in rehearsing, conducting and designing instruction for vocal/choral school groups. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 3
MUED 321Pre-School and Elementary Choral/General Music Methods3
This course is the study of various methods and materials used in the teaching of choral and general music in prekindergarten through grade six including curriculum design with national and state music standards as well as performing, responding and creative assessments. Course experiences are highly participatory to facilitate improvement of musical and pedagogical skills. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 3
MUED 328Ensembles in Contemporary Music Education2
This course addresses philosophical and pedagogical foundations for providing music ensemble experiences within the public schools. There is a special focus on how to incorporate and support the inclusion of marching band, jazz band, small ensembles and combos into the traditional public school music program. Credit(s): 2
This course includes the study of the methods, materials and pedagogical techniques related to teaching instrumental music in schools including curriculum development, National Standards for Arts Education, Virginia Standards of Learning, psychology of teaching and evaluation of student learning. Credit(s): 4
Successful completion of Sophomore Screening, MUED 236 , MUTC-215, MUCO 361 and PSY-222
MUED 332Teaching from the Podium II4
This course is continued study of the methods, materials and techniques related to teaching instrumental music in schools. Areas of focus include score study and analysis for preparation of ensemble class lessons; practical exploration of rehearsal techniques with an emphasis placed on clarity and efficiency in solving problems of balance, ensemble, intonation and phrasing; designing and teaching units of study; and assessments for instrumental performance class. Additional attention will be given to improved clarity of basic stick technique and application to musical and pedagogical problems encountered in the classroom. Credit(s): 4
This course requires observing, assisting and teaching music in a public school setting. It is designed to provide practical application of the teaching skills and strategies discussed in the elementary music methods course. Credit(s): 1.5
Successful completion of Sophomore Screening, MUED 236 , MUTC 215, MUCO 361 and PSY 222
Corequisite
MUED 321
MUED 334Field Experience II1.5
This course requires observing, assisting and teaching music in a public school setting. It is designed to provide practical application of the teaching skills and strategies discussed in music methods courses. Credit(s): 1.5
MUED 303 (Choral/General concentration) or MUED 332 (Instrumental & Jazz concentrations)
MUED 335Field Experience III1.5
This course requires observing, assisting and teaching music in a public school setting. It is designed to provide practical application of the teaching skills and strategies discussed in music methods courses. Credit(s): 1.5
MUED 303 (Choral/General concentration) or MUED 328 (Instrumental & Jazz concentrations)
MUED 421Directed Teaching in Elementary Music5
This course consists of observation and teaching in the public schools under the direct supervision of public school faculty and Shenandoah Conservatory faculty. At present, the minimum number of directed teaching hours is 300, which is subject to change, as specified by the Virginia Board of Education to fulfill teacher licensure requirements. The student teaching experience as required by Shenandoah Conservatory, including observation, teaching and seminars, is a full semester in duration. Credit(s): 5
This course consists of observation and teaching in the public schools under the direct supervision of public school faculty and Shenandoah Conservatory faculty. At present, the minimum number of directed teaching hours is 300, which is subject to change, as specified by the Virginia Board of Education to fulfill teacher licensure requirements. The student teaching experience as required by Shenandoah Conservatory, including observation, teaching and seminars, is a full semester in duration. Credit(s): 5
This seminar, taken concurrently with Directed Teaching in Elementary and Secondary Music, is designed to assist students to become caring, reflective educators by providing a forum for collaborative, critical inquiry based on their student teaching experience. The course offers opportunities and frameworks for thinking about and analyzing classroom situations, the teaching-learning process, classroom management, legal and ethical obligations, current issues in education and professional goals and development. Credit(s): 2
This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in music education, which may be used to fulfill music electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.