Program Requirements & Course Schedule
HYBRID SUMMER TERM COURSES 2013
GMU558 INSTRUMENTAL METHODS & LITERATURE (3)
| Online | June 10–June 30, 2013 |
| On Campus | July 1–August 2; M, W, F 8:30–10:10 a.m. |
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July 1–August 2; M, W, 1–2 p.m. (GMU620 Lab Ensemble Co-Req) |
GMU557 CHORAL METHODS AND LITERATURE (3)
| Online | June 10–June 30, 2013 |
| On Campus | July 1–August 2; T, TH 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. |
| July 1–August 2; T, TH 1–2 p.m. (GMU620 Lab Ensemble Co-Req) August 2; 1 - 2pm Lab Ensemble Concert Performance July 15 - 19 Optional Workshop Week - class does not meet |
How to register for a course:
Click here to download the Summer 2013 Registration Form
FALL 2013 COURSES (Registration deadline September 1)
GMU543 WOODWINDS METHODS (1)
Wednesdays, 3:20 - 4:20 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU545 STRINGS METHODS (1)
Mondays, 2:10 - 3:10 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU546 PERCUSSION METHODS (1)
Mondays, 5 - 6 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU547 GUITAR METHODS (1)
Mondays, 1 - 2 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU566 SECONDARY METHODS/MUSIC ED II (3)
Mondays, 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU558 INSTRUMENTAL METHODS & LITERATURE (3)
Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3 - 4:35 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
GMU557 CHORAL METHODS & LITERATURE (3)
Wednesdays, Fridays, 11:25 am - 12:55 pm
August 28 - December 19, 2013
EDU562 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING (3)
Wednesdays, 6 - 9 pm
September 18 - December 11
Registration for EDU562 must be done directly through the Graduate Education Office. Click here for registration instructions.
Program Description
The program in this section is designed for students who have complete a baccalaureate degree in a liberal arts field and do not yet hold the Initial License in Music. Students will need to have passed the MTEL (Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure) in communication and literacy and in the applicable content area in music prior to their enrollment into the Initial License Program.
With a summer component and evening classes during the academic year, the program is meant to meet the needs of working professionals, career changers, and current educators. Upon completion of the courses listed below and the practicum, the student will be eligible for recommendation to the Mass Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for the Initial License. This may enable the student to secure a full-time teaching position while continuing study in the Master of Music Education Program. See Master of Music Education section for separate M.M.Ed. admission and program requirements.
Program Requirements
The following core courses are required for students who desire to obtain Initial Licensure. Total program credit hours vary based on the individual applicant's educational and professional background, and a detailed undergraduate transcript review.
GMU601 Music Theory Review (1) *if not covered by previous undergraduate coursework
GMU602 Music History Review (2) *if not covered by previous undergradaute coursework
Instrumental Classes (1 credit each)
GMU543 Woodwinds Class
GMU544 Brass Class
GMU545 Strings Class
GMU546 Percussion Class
GMU547 Guitar Class
GMU550 Conducting (2)
GMU555 World Music (2)
GMU557 Choral Methods and Literature (3)
GMU558 Instrumental Methods and Literature (3)
EDU562 Human Development and Learning
GMU565 Music Education I/Elementary Methods (3)
GMU566 Music Education II/Secondary Methods (3)
GMU577 Music Education Seminar (2)
GMU580 Practicum (3–6)
Prepracticum Field Experiences
Prior to the practicum, all graduate students seeking the Initial License are required to complete a minimum of 100 documented clock hours of monitored, field-based experience. These field experiences will prepare candidates by acquainting them wth the school and classroom environment at the appropriate grade level and content area(s) with a variety of typical and atypical students of different gender, racial, linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Practicum
For the practicum, students are placed in appropriate school settings for a 3-6 credit (minimum 15-week) student teaching experience supervised by College faculty, staff, and cooperating practitioners(s). Students must apply for their practica prior to their student teaching and be registered and finalized prior to starting the student teaching assignment.
Academic records are reviewed to determine that candidates have completed all academic and field requirements, and have passed all applicable tests of the MTEL. As licensure requirements are subject to change by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and are beyond the control of the College, the College reserves the rights to alter program requirements as necessary.
initial license course descriptions
Instrumental Classes (1) Laboratory courses prepare students to teach instruments (woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, guitar (Orff/Kodaly Method) in the public schools. Techniques of tone production, fingering, and class procedure are learned through individual and ensemble playing experience under supervision. Group instrument course fee.
GMU543 Woodwind Class
GMU544 Brass Class
GMU545 Strings Class
GMU546 Percussion Class
GMU547 Guitar Class
GMU550 Conducting (2) Studies beat patterns and fundamental baton techniques; laboratory experience in conducting literature of medium difficulty.
GMU555 World Music (2) Introduces study of world music in social, cultural and political contexts; folk and native music of North and South Americas and Africa; current critical approaches to contemporary forms of Western popular music such as rap.
GMU557 Choral Methods and Literature (3) Explores selected repertoire and organization and administration of choral program; emphasizes choral tone, blend, balance and intonation.
GMU558 Instrumental Methods and Literature (3) Explores purpose, aims and techniques of instrumental program; emphasizes rehearsal, repertoire and organization.
GMU565 Music Education I (K-5) (3) Introduces methods and materials for teaching music to younger children; discussion, development and implementation of individual lessons for general music classes and curriculum planning. Field Work.
GMU566 Music Education II (6-12) (3) Introduces methods and materials for teaching music to older children and adolescents; discussion, development and implementation of individual lessons and total curriculum; general music, music theory, music appreciation and performing classes. Field Work.
EDU562 Human Development and Learning (3) Introduces the student to some major theories of human development from infancy through adulthood. Special emphasis will be placed on educational needs and implications of each aspect of the lifespan. Students will be encouraged to integrate their knowledge of human development and learnig with theological principles and ethical considerations. The course format will include lecture, discussion, group participation, case studies and audio-visual presentations.
GMU577 Music Education Seminar (2) Analyzes issues in music education, classroom management and techniques.
GMU580 Practicum (2-6) Field placement in elementary, middle and/or high school. Supervision by College faculty and cooperating teacher(s) in schools. Fifteen weeks of full-time student teaching required. Students must be registered and finalized prior to starting teaching assignment.