MUS 362 : Pedagogical Approaches for the School and Studio
Creative Arts and Industries
2021 Semester One (1213) (15 POINTS)
Course Prescription
Course Overview
The course aims to enable students to consider music education's purposes and functions and develop knowledge of music education approaches in various settings. Students will have the opportunity to develop theoretical and practical knowledge of specific methodologies. The course also aims to develop knowledge and understanding of contemporary perspectives on the purposes of music education. Through practical and scholarly work, students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to specific contexts and settings.
Capabilities Developed in this Course
| Capability 1: | Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice |
| Capability 2: | Critical Thinking |
| Capability 3: | Solution Seeking |
| Capability 4: | Communication and Engagement |
| Capability 5: | Independence and Integrity |
| Capability 6: | Social and Environmental Responsibilities |
Learning Outcomes
- Articulate and discuss a range of purposes and functions that music education may serve in a variety of settings/contexts. (Capability 1, 2 and 6)
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of current music education approaches and methods. (Capability 1, 2 and 6)
- Participate fully as a learner and/or a teacher in a range of musical activities with applicability in real-world settings. (Capability 1, 3, 4 and 6)
- Discuss, reflect and justify pedagogical principles and processes with reference to specific settings. (Capability 1, 2, 3 and 6)
- Apply pedagogical principles to the design of specific learning experiences for specific settings. (Capability 1, 3 and 6)
- Demonstrate an ability to plan, justify, and present sequenced musical learning experiences drawing on methods and approaches from the course. (Capability 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6)
Assessments
| Assessment Type | Percentage | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Reflection | 20% | Individual Coursework |
| Presentation | 10% | Individual Coursework |
| Essay | 20% | Individual Coursework |
| Presentation & written documentation | 25% | Individual Coursework |
| Project | 25% | Individual Coursework |
| 5 types | 100% |
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |||||
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Teaching & Learning Methods
MUS 362 is taught through a weekly, two-hour lecture and a one-hour tutorial/practical workshop. The course is designed to develop both theoretical knowledge about music education and the ability to apply this knowledge in the context of various settings. Therefore, the course will combine lectures, discussions and interactive practical workshops. Built into the course is the opportunity for students to lead practical activities in order to develop the artistry required in effective music education. Building upon students’ musicianship and experiences of music education so far, this course will deepen understanding of music education issues and open up possible future pathways in this field.
Workload Expectations
This course is a standard 15-point course. Students are expected to spend 10 hours per week involved in each 15 point course they are enrolled in.
For this course, you can expect 22 hours of lectures, 8 hours of tutorials, 40 hours of reading and thinking about the content, and 80 hours of work on assignments and/or test preparation.
Delivery Mode
Campus Experience
Attendance is expected at scheduled activities, including tutorials t0 complete components of the course.
The course may include live online events such as group discussions/tutorials.
The activities for the course are scheduled as a standard weekly timetable.
Learning Resources
Student Feedback
At the end of every semester students will be invited to give feedback on the course and teaching through a tool called SET or Qualtrics. The lecturers and course co-ordinators will consider all feedback and respond with summaries and actions.
Your feedback helps teachers to improve the course and its delivery for future students.
Class Representatives in each class can take feedback to the department and faculty staff-student consultative committees.
Other Information
Digital Resources
Course materials are made available in a learning and collaboration tool called Canvas which also includes reading lists and lecture recordings (where available).
Please remember that the recording of any class on a personal device requires the permission of the instructor.
- Required readings are accessible on Canvas.
- A list of recommended reading and web-based resources will be available on Canvas.
- Lecture material will be posted regularly on Canvas
Academic Integrity
The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating, or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in coursework as a serious academic offence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student's own work, reflecting their learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the internet. A student's assessed work may be reviewed against online source material using computerised detection mechanisms.
Inclusive Learning
All students are asked to discuss any impairment related requirements privately, face to face and/or in written form with the course coordinator, lecturer or tutor.
Student Disability Services also provides support for students with a wide range of impairments, both visible and invisible, to succeed and excel at the University. For more information and contact details, please visit the Student Disability Services’ website http://disability.auckland.ac.nz
Special Circumstances
If your ability to complete assessed coursework is affected by illness or other personal circumstances outside of your control, contact a member of teaching staff as soon as possible before the assessment is due.
If your personal circumstances significantly affect your performance, or preparation, for an exam or eligible written test, refer to the University’s aegrotat or compassionate consideration page https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/academic-information/exams-and-final-results/during-exams/aegrotat-and-compassionate-consideration.html.
This should be done as soon as possible and no later than seven days after the affected test or exam date.
In the event of unexpected disruption
We undertake to maintain the continuity and standard of teaching and learning in all your courses throughout the year. If there are unexpected disruptions, the University has contingency plans to ensure that access to your course continues and your assessment is fair, and not compromised. Some adjustments may need to be made in emergencies. In the event of a disruption, the University and your course coordinators will make every effort to provide you with up to date information via Canvas and the University website.
Student Charter and Responsibilities
The Student Charter assumes and acknowledges that students are active participants in the learning process and that they have responsibilities to the institution and the international community of scholars. The University expects that students will act at all times in a way that demonstrates respect for the rights of other students and staff so that the learning environment is both safe and productive. For further information visit Student Charter https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/forms-policies-and-guidelines/student-policies-and-guidelines/student-charter.html.
Disclaimer
Elements of this outline may be subject to change. The latest information about the course will be available for enrolled students in Canvas.
In this course you may be asked to submit your coursework assessments digitally. The University reserves the right to conduct scheduled tests and examinations for this course online or through the use of computers or other electronic devices. Where tests or examinations are conducted online remote invigilation arrangements may be used. The final decision on the completion mode for a test or examination, and remote invigilation arrangements where applicable, will be advised to students at least 10 days prior to the scheduled date of the assessment, or in the case of an examination when the examination timetable is published.