2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

EDMC-4440 Middle Childhood Clinical II –Fa 2 hours This clinical experience allows the teacher candidate to apply the theories, principles, and techniques provided in the associated methods courses. Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C. Methods I block. Corequisite: other courses in the M.C. Methods II block. (Fee: $135) EDMC-4880 1–3 hours Topics in Middle Childhood Education –Fa, Sp, Su Selected topics in middle childhood education that will complement or extend existing courses or expose candidates to topics not taught in other courses; may be proposed by an EDMC faculty or student. Prerequisites: faculty advisor and instructor’s permission. EDMC-4900 12 hours Student Teaching and Seminar: Middle Childhood –Fa, Sp A teaching experience in a middle childhood setting under the supervision of the cooperating teacher and the University supervisor. Required seminars encourage reflection on the teaching experience as well as discussion of issues of importance to educators. Prerequisite: successful completion of the M.C. Methods II block. (Fee: $550) Music Education (EDMU) EDMU-1000 NAfME –Fa, Sp 0 hours The National Association for Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all. NAfME is the primary professional organization for music educators. The campus chapter provides informative seminars including a focus on Value Added Assessment along with service activities. NAfME offers music educators a connection to the professional world of music education and increased understanding of the role of NAfME in the field of music teaching. All music education majors are required to enroll in this course as part of their professional development and career preparation. A minimum of 8 semesters of satisfactory participation is required. (Fee: $30) EDMU-2730 Wind and Percussion Methods –Sp 2 hours Overview of the history, pedagogy, and performance techniques of all band instruments. Required for the vocal major pursuing the B.M.E. degree and instrumental performance majors; open to others by permission of the instructor. (Fee: $40) (even years) EDMU-2870 Brass Methods –Fa 2 hours This course presents a framework of learning environments and varied activities through which students gain the knowledge and acquire the skills requisite to playing and teaching the brass instruments (i.e., trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone, tuba). (Fee: $40) (even years) EDMU-2900 Guitar Methods –Sp 1 hour Study of the historical background and pedagogical and performance techniques of the guitar. Required of music education majors pursuing the choral track. Open to other students by permission of instructor. (Fee: $40) EDMU-2910 Woodwind Methods –Sp 2 hours This course presents a framework of learning environments and varied activities through which students gain the knowledge and acquire the skills requisite to playing and teaching the woodwind instruments (i.e., flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon). (Fee: $40) (even years) EDMU-2930 String Methods –Fa 2 hours This course presents a framework of learning environments and varied activities through which students gain the knowledge and acquire the skills requisite to playing and teaching the string instruments (i.e., violin, viola, cello, string bass). (Fee: $40) (odd years) EDMU-2950 Percussion Methods –Sp 2 hours Concentration in snare drum techniques and an introduction to tympani and tuned percussion methods. (Fee: $40) (odd years) EDMU-3710 Music for Early Childhood –Fa 3 hours Music literature and teaching aids for children, including basic music theory, development of skills on keyboard, classroom instruments, and voice; music in the curriculum; and teaching music concepts. (Fee: $30) EDMU-3720 Music for Adolescent/Young Adults –Sp 3 hours The history of and basis for music in the secondary curriculum, administration of the music program, methods of teaching music in groups, and sources of materials for instruction. (Fee: $30) EDMU-3730 Vocal Pedagogy –Fa 2 hours Philosophy, objectives, and techniques of offering vocal instruction at all levels with emphasis on vocal production and pedagogical approaches. Prerequisite: CLMU-1860 Voice Class or completion of sophomore vocal review. EDMU-3750 Instrumental Pedagogy –Fa 2 hours The study of techniques and literature for the teaching of wind, percussion, brass, and string students in the private studio. Investigation of studio teaching through readings, interaction and discussion. Prerequisite: PLMU 1000 and 2000-levels. (odd years) EDMU-3910 Instrumental Administration –Fa 3 hours A course designed to present the philosophy, learning process, and organizational problems associated with beginning, intermediate, and advanced bands. Along with classroom instruction, students will be involved in marching band field experiences and hands-on instruction in the basic repair of band instruments. (Fee: $50) (even years) EDMU-4990 1–3 hours Independent Study in Music Education Independent and intensive study in a particular area of music education for individual music education majors who demonstrate special interests and ability. Adolescent / Young Adult Education (EDSE) EDSE-3100 3 hours Contemporary Young Adult Literature –Sp A study of contemporary young adult literature, addressing issues of interpretation, analysis, and personal response with an emphasis on literature that reflects a diversity of gender, race, and ethnicity. Corequisite: other courses in the Adolescent and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block or permission of department Chair. EDSE-3300 Developmental Reading –Sp 3 hours This course focuses on the reading goals and processes used in teaching English, language arts, and literature by language arts teachers at the secondary level. Corequisite: other courses in the Adolescent and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block or permission of department Chair. (Fee: $60) EDSE-3800 2 hours Teaching Social Studies: Adolescent andYoung Adult –Fa An emphasis on the identification, examination, and implementation of the methods and materials that are appropriate for each teacher candidate’s discipline area. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: other courses in the Adolescent and Young Adult Principles of Teaching block or permission of department Chair. EDSE-3900 Music Education Field Experience –Fa, Sp 2 hours This supervised experience in a K–12 school prepares the teacher candidate for the student teaching experience by providing an opportunity to practice teaching methods. Candidates will be evaluated and must show potential to be successful in student teaching to receive credit. Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and completion of or concurrent registration in EDMU-3710 Music for Early Childhood; and/or EDMU-3720 Music for Adolescent/Young Adults. (Fee: $90) Course Descriptions | EDSP-2000 – EDSP-4300 Page 219 2014–15 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions EDMC-4440 – EDSE-3900