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• MUE 320: Traditional Methods

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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. Prerequisite:    MUE 320 requires prerequisites of MUE 202 and MUE 220.
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• MUE 322: Progressive Methods

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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). Prerequisite:    MUE 322 requires a prerequisite of MUE 320.
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• MUE 324: Music Administration and Advocacy

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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.
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• MUE 326: Ensemble Methods

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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. Prerequisite:    MUE 326 requires a prerequisite of CON 311 or CON 321.
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• MUE 331: Music Methods and Materials I

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The study of music and the learning process at the elementary level to include Dalcroze, Kodaly, and Orff. Prerequisite:    MUE 331 requires prerequisites of MUE 201 and CON 311 or CON 321 and Teacher Candidacy. Current Act 34, Act 114, ACT 151 clearances and TB test valid for semester.
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• MUE 332: Music Methods and Materials II

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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. Prerequisite:    MUE 332 requires prerequisites of MUE 331 and formal admission into teacher education. Current Act 34, Act 114, Act 151 Clearances and TB test valid for semester.
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• MUE 333: Instrumental Methods and Materials

  2.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Fundamentals underlying the development of instrumental programs in the public schools. Emphasis on program organization and administration, teaching procedures, and materials. Prerequisite:    MUE 333 requires prerequisites of CON 311 or CON 321 and Teacher Candidacy and corequisite of MUE 331 or MUE 332.
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• MUE 335: Choral Methods and Materials

  2.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Designed to acquaint the student with a variety of choral music suitable for school use. Program planning and rehearsal techniques are demonstrated. Prerequisite:    MUE 335 requires prerequisites of CON 311 or CON 321 and MUE 331 or MUE 332 and Teacher Candidacy.
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• MUE 337: Instrumental Techniques and Materials

  2.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  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. Prerequisite:    MUE 337 requires prerequisite of MUE 333
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• MUE 340: Fundamentals of Music Therapy

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course serves as an introduction to the music therapy profession. Students will learn about basic music therapy literature, current practice, and clinical applications of music as therapy through experiential learning, research, and writing. Prerequisite:    MUE 340 requires a prerequisite of Music Major.
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