CCE 145: MUSIC &
CREATIVE EXPRESSION
Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
IB 1409, North Seattle Community College
Candice Hoyt, Instructor
Online: http://northseattle.angellearning.com/
COURSE BASICS
CCE 145: Music &
Creative Expression
BASICS: TEXTBOOK & CLASS SESSIONS
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Textbook - Music (CCE 145):
Donna Wood: Move, Sing, Listen, Play: Preparing the
young child for music. Gordon V. Thompson Limited,
Toronto, Canada, Revised Edition, 1995 = $33
 http://www.amazon.com/Move-Sing-Listen-PlayDonna/dp/0757913709/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books
&qid=1268797717&sr=1-1
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Class sessions:
Meet every Wednesday night
 Usually from 6:30-8:30 (2 hours)
 Some nights until 8:50 or 9:00
 Followed by:
CCE 160 D4 – Initiative, Cooperation & Perseverance
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BASICS: SYLLABUS & SCHEDULE
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Syllabus:
Paper syllabus
 Online in Angel class Lessons page
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Each assignment has its own pdf – can be changed
 Online version takes precedence over printed version
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Basic Requirements
Schedule:
Paper calendar
 Online calendar
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Schedule is separate pdf – can be changed
 Online version takes precedence over printed version
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BASICS: ASSIGNMENTS
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Assignments
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Online, posted with its assignment
Posted pdf – can be changed
 Online version takes precedence over printed version
 ALL assignments will be turned in as attachments (Word,
PowerPoint) except discussion replies
 Some assignments will require you to post in a dropbox
AND a discussion forum
 You will receive a late penalty for submitting incorrectly,
and will only get credit when your assignment is posted in
the right format, in the right place
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BASICS: REFERENCES
Proper referencing to avoid plagiarism:
 Necessary info, no specific format (APA best):
On “Reference” page at end = 0.5 pts
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Author.
Date.
Title (webpage/article/book/music/video).
Source:
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Webpage: full http address and date retrieved.
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Journal/magazine: journal title, volume, issue number
& pages.
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Book or music: publisher.
In text = 0.5 pts
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In parentheses or as footnote
Info: author, date; & page number(s) if direct quote “_”
ASSIGNMENTS
OVERVIEW
GRADE SUMMARY
CCE 145 - Music & Creative Expression
14 pts
5 pts
15 pts
25 pts
15 pts
20 pts
6 pts
Req. 1: Class participation + 2 extra credit
A 2: Music File
A 3: Three Music Activities
A 4: Four Materials + 3 extra credit
A 5: Recorded Music Time
A 6: Synthesis Paper + 2 extra credit
A 7: Self-Documentation + 1 extra credit
100 pts TOTAL + 8 extra credit
REQ. #1: CLASS PARTICIPATION = 14 PTS
A1a. Self-Evaluation of participation = 12 pts
Coming prepared as assigned = 0-4 pts
Participate actively in class = 0-4 pts
i.
ii.
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iii.
Drawing out others & supporting their contributions
Taking risks and sharing oneself openly and honestly
Contribute to group effort = 0-4 pts
A1b. Attendance = 2 pts
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0 days missed = 2 pts + 2 pts extra credit
1 day missed = 2 pts
2 days missed = 1 pt
3 + days missed = 0 pts
NOTE:
Contact me before class for possible excused absence.
REQ. # 2: MUSIC FILE = 5 PTS
A2a. Music File draft: 0.5 pt each, x 4 = 2 pts
Develop an expanding system for collecting music activities in
self-chosen categories that enables you to plan music more
easily.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
Permanent, organized system
Multiple categories
All music activities done in class are filed
In attendance to present assignment on due date
SUBMISSION
A2a. Music File draft
 Bring to class on A2a due date
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box: A2a. Music File draft – as attachment (Word,
PowerPoint, PDF, description, photo, etc).
 Discussion Forum: A2a. Music File draft – describe in text;
attach files as in Drop Box.
REQ. # 2: MUSIC FILE = 5 PTS
A2b. Music File final: 0.5 pt each x 6 = 3 pts
Develop an expanding system for collecting music activities in
self-chosen categories that enables you to plan music more
easily.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
Activities cross-referenced by type and content/subject
Recorded music referenced
Specific movement activities referenced
Clear and organized well enough for someone else to use
All music activities done in class to current date are filed
In attendance to present assignment on due date
SUBMISSION
A2b. Music File final
 Bring to class on A2b due date
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box: A2b. Music File draft – as attachment (Word,
PowerPoint, PDF, description, photo, etc).
 Discussion Forum: A2b. Music File draft – describe in text; attach
files as in Drop Box.
REQ. 3: THREE MUSIC ACTIVITIES = 15 PTS
A3a. Five New Songs = 5 pts
Each song @ 0.5 pt = 2.5 pts
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ii.
iii.
Includes at least 1 “round” song or 2.0 pts max
Sing solo in small group = 1.5 pts
Detailed list (referenced to website, etc) = 1 pt
SUBMISSION
 Bring songs to class on A3a due date
 Perform one song in class
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A3a: Detailed list (plus any other documents)
as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A3a: Detailed list copied into text;
plus any other documents as attachment (Word,
PowerPoint, PDF, etc)
REQ. 3: THREE MUSIC ACTIVITIES = 15 PTS
A3b.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
Poem Activity = 1 pt each x 5 = 5 pts
Accessible rhythm = 1 pt
Appealing for children (imaginative) = 1 pt
Presented with visual aid = 1 pt
Present it in a small group = 1 pt
Clear and correct writing = 1 pt
SUBMISSION
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Bring songs to class on A3b due date
 Perform one poem activity in class
Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A3b: Detailed list (plus any other documents) as
attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A3b: Detailed list copied into text; plus
any other documents as attachment (Word, PowerPoint,
PDF, etc)
REQ. 3: THREE MUSIC ACTIVITIES = 15 PTS
A3c. Music Selections (2 @ 30 sec.) = 5 pts
Two 30 sec. selections; for each selection:
i.
One key movement concept: place, level, pathway, speed, energy,
weight = 0.5
ii.
Elicits one of specified movement vocabulary pair = 0.5
iii.
No longer than 30 seconds = 0.5
iv.
Standard “three different ways” introduction = 0.5
v.
Source accurately referenced & clear writing =0.5
SUBMISSION
 Bring music selections to class on A3c due date
 Play selections in class and lead the group in the movement
activity
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A3c: Detailed reference list (plus any other documents)
as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A3c: Detailed reference list copied into text;
plus any other documents as attachment (Word, PowerPoint,
PDF, etc)
REQ. # 4: FOUR MATERIALS = 25 PTS
a)
b)
c)
d)
Construct set of rhythm instruments & storage
container.
Construct felt visual that aids children in
remembering the words to a round, song or
poem.
Create rhythm words and visuals with a theme
that fit the 2/4 time building blocks.
Contribute one sound-producing instrument
made from found objects that could be used to
generate a set of expressive instruments for a
classroom.
REQ. # 4: FOUR MATERIALS = 25 PTS
A4a. Rhythm Instruments: 9 pts
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
Durable for 5 years’ use = 1 pt
Labeled container, durable for 5 yrs = 1 pt
10+ identical instruments = 5 pts
Rich, engaging sound = 1 pt
Visually appealing = 1 pt
SUBMISSION
 Bring instruments to class on A4a due date
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A4a: Description and preferably also photos
and/or design template as attachment (Word,
PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A4a: Description copied into text;
plus photos and/or design template or any other
documents as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc)
REQ. # 4: FOUR MATERIALS = 25 PTS
A4b. Felt Visual Aid: 5 pts + 3 extra credit
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
Felt board size manageable while sitting: 1 pt
Images clear from 6 feet away = 1 pt
Images stimulate key response = 1 pt
Images visually appealing = 1 pt
Labeled and accessible from storage = 1 pt
Build your own felt board = 3 pts extra credit
SUBMISSION
 Bring instruments to class on A4b due date
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A4b: Description and preferably also photos and/or
design template as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A4b: Description copied into text; plus
photos and/or design template or any other documents as
attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc)
REQ. # 4: FOUR MATERIALS = 25 PTS
A4c. Rhythm Pictures: 5 pts
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
Identical format across set: 1 pt
Common theme (e.g., tools): 1 pt
At least four 2/4 time rhythmic building blocks: 1 pt
Each has distinct & engaging physical movement: 0.25 pt
x4
Images visually appealing: 0.25 pt x 4
SUBMISSION
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Bring rhythm pictures to class on A4c due date
 Perform in class in small group
Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A4c: Pictures and description as attachment
(Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A4c: Detailed description copied into
text; plus pictures and any other documents as attachment
(Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc) .
REQ. # 4: FOUR MATERIALS = 25 PTS
A4d. Found Sound: 6 pts
2 found-object created sound makers:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
Clearly different sounds: 1.5 pts total
Can be heard across classroom: 0.75 pt each
Not normally used as instruments: 0.75 pt each
Engaging sound: 0.75 pt each
SUBMISSION
 Bring instruments to class on A4d due date
 Play selections in class and participate in the group
composition
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A4d: Description and preferably also photos and/or
design template as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A4d: Description copied into text; plus
photos and/or design template or any other documents as
attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc)
REQ # 5: RECORDED MUSIC TIME = 15 PTS
Plan, conduct and evaluate a 30-minute music time
with young children 2 through 6 years of age
centered on a theme selected from a prescribed list.
Include all aspects of a balanced music time.
Record this session (audio or video) and submit all
parts as indicated.
 Requirements:
a)
b)
c)
Written Plan
Enactment & Video recording
Written Reflection
REQ # 5: RECORDED MUSIC TIME = 15 PTS
A5a. Written plan: 4 pts
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In Word form provided or your own form, write
up music session plan with title for each
activity within the session.
i.
Activity for each area: 0.5 each x 6 = 3 pts
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ii.
iii.
Areas: Introduction; Singing; Rhythm; Instrument;
Movement; Closing
Age-appropriate = 0.5
Common theme / topic = 0.5
SUBMISSION
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A5a: Written Plan plus any other documents as
attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
 Discussion Forum A5a: Written Plan copied into text; plus any
other documents as attachment (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc).
REQ # 5: RECORDED MUSIC TIME = 15 PTS
A5b. Enactment & Video Recording: 4 pts
i.
Enact activities
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All activities do not have to be done together
Submit a video recording
ii.
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Video cameras and/or mini-tripods may be available
to borrow
You can usually use a regular photo camera’s video
setting for short videos
SUBMISSION
 Bring to class audio or video recording for
submission in-person (or post online if possible)
on A5b due date.
REQ # 5: RECORDED MUSIC TIME = 15 PTS
A5c. Written Reflection: 7 pts
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Answer the 7 required questions in the
“A5c. Recorded Music Time - Written
Reflection” assignment Word form.
(1 point per question)
SUBMISSION
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A5c - private: Written Reflection Word
document with 7 required questions.
 Discussion Forum A5c: Any of your reflection that
you are willing to share with your classmates.
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
Describe importance of music in early childhood.
 Your experiences participating in:
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Making music,
Discussing musical expression with classmates, and
Implementing music with young children
Find and discuss one professional research paper.
Why do you emphasize music in your program?
Describe in one statement how music enables
children to believe themselves to be creative
individuals, personally and socially.
Requirements:
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Post Draft and Final paper as Word document in Drop
Boxes and Discussion Forums on due dates.
Adhere to minimum of 75 word count per section.
Reference research with sufficient info (~APA = best).
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6a. Synthesis Paper DRAFT: 3 pts
Research article(s) described in at least 3
sentences (0.5 pt)
ii. At least 3 sentences on each of the 3 topics (2 pts)
iii. Writing: readable, imperfect okay (0.5 pt)
i.
SUBMISSION for A6a. DRAFT
(see A6b instructions for submission for final paper)
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A6a: Word document as attachment.
 Discussion Forum A6a: Copy text of Word
document into discussion forum post, including
reference info.
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6b. Synthesis Paper Final: 17 pts
 Topics in order:
(A6b-i)
Possibility = 5 pts
The dream you hold for each child & community of
children you work with – ideal aspirations, vision for the
future.
i.
1)
2)
3)
4)
At least 75 words, or no credit for section (revise for 80%)
Multiple ideas are expressed = 2 pts
Reference to personal experience in course = 2 pts
Professional research cited = 1 pt
Opportunity Present in Music = 5 pts
iii. Personal Commitment = 5 pt
iv. Writing clarity = 1 pt
v.
Clear and complete references = 1 pt
vi. Additional research documents = 1 pt extra credit
(up to 2 points for this assignment)
ii.
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6b. Synthesis Paper Final: 17 pts
 Topics in order:
(A6b-ii)
Possibility = 5 pts
Opportunity Present in Music = 5 pts
How music activities relate to the achievement of the
possibilities just stated.
i.
ii.
1)
2)
3)
4)
At least 75 words, or no credit for section (revise for 80%)
Multiple ideas are expressed = 2 pts
Reference to personal experience in course = 2 pts
Professional research cited = 1 pt
Personal Commitment = 5 pt
iv. Writing clarity = 1 pt
v. Clear and complete references = 1 pt
vi. Additional research documents = 1 pt extra credit
(up to 2 points for this assignment)
iii.
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6b. Synthesis Paper Final: 17 pts
 Topics in order:
(A6b-iii)
Possibility = 5 pts
ii.
Opportunity Present in Music = 5 pts
iii. Personal Commitment = 5 pt
What you, personally, want to do to further the
opportunities you list above and to enhance your
own abilities in being the leader.
i.
1)
2)
At least 75 words, or no credit for section (revise for 80%)
Plan of 3 specific steps to take: 2 pts each = 6 pts
Writing clarity = 1 pt
v. Clear and complete references = 1 pt
vi. Additional research documents = 1 pt extra credit
(up to 2 points for this assignment)
iv.
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6b. Synthesis Paper Final: 17 pts
 Topics in order:
(A6b-iv, v, vi)
Possibility = 5 pts
ii.
Opportunity Present in Music = 5 pts
iii. Personal Commitment = 5 pt
iv. Writing clarity = 1 pt
i.
1)
2)
Clear and complete references = 1 pt
Necessary info, no specific format (but APA is best):
v.
1)
2)
vi.
Spelling & grammar (-0.1 per 5 errors) = 0.5 pts
Format (0.1 pts each): 1” margins, double-spaced , title
header, page numbers, title page = 0.5 pts
Reference Page = 0.5 pts
In text = 0.5 pts
Additional research documents = 1 pt extra credit (up to 2
points for this assignment)
REQ. # 6: SYNTHESIS PAPER = 20 PTS
A6b. Synthesis Paper Final: 17 pts
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Topics in order:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
(A6b-iv, v, vi)
Possibility = 5 pts
Opportunity Present in Music = 5 pts
Personal Commitment = 5 pt
Writing clarity = 1 pt
Clear and complete references = 1 pt
Necessary info, no specific format (but APA is best):
Additional research documents = 1 pt extra credit (up to 2
points for this assignment)
SUBMISSION for A6b. Final
 Post online on due date:
 Drop Box A6b: Word document as attachment.
 Discussion Forum A6b: Copy text of Word document into
discussion forum post, including reference info.
REQ. # 7: SELF-DOCUMENTATION = 6 PTS
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a)
b)
Series of short papers describing what has happened
in the interval from one class to the next, and at the
end of the quarter, a final reflection upon the course.
Class Reaction Papers – hand-written end of class
Interval Papers = 4.9 pts
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c)
Post as Word in individual A7a # drop box (private).
Post what you want to as text in A7 discussion forum
(public).
Extra credit up to 1 pt, 0.1 points per reply.
Final Reflection Paper = 1.1 pts
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Post as Word in individual A7b drop box (private).
Can post as text in A7 discussion forum (public).
REQ. # 7: SELF-DOCUMENTATION = 6 PTS
A7a. Class Reactions = 0 pts
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Part of class participation.
Write at the end of class session.
No length specifications.
Express positive, negative, and interesting aspects of
that session.
Imagine you are responding to someone’s question:
“So, how was class tonight?”
SUBMISSION
 Written and submitted in class.
REQ. # 7: SELF-DOCUMENTATION = 6 PTS
A7b) Interval paper 0.7 pts x 7 = 4.9 pts
What has happened personally over the past week?
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Each interval paper = 0.7 points
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50 words or more
Deduct 0.1 if shorter than required
Double-spaced, 1” margin
SUBMISSION
 Post online on due date – every week the “night” before
class:
 In A7b folder - private: Each Interval Paper has its own
A7b(#) Drop Box. Post Word document as attachment.
 Discussion Forum A7b - public: Copy text of Word
document into discussion forum post – only what you
wish to share.
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Extra credit up to 1 pt, 0.1 points per reply.
REQ. # 7: SELF-DOCUMENTATION = 6 PTS
A7c) Final Reflection = 1.1 pts
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Specific questions to address = 1.0 pts
Short answers okay; a sentence or so each.
1)
2)
3)
4)
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What are the three most important things you learned in this class?
(0.2 pts each x 3 = 0.6 pts)
How has this class affected you personally? (0.2 pts)
What would you say to others who are teaching young children right
now, but who have yet to take a class such as this? (0.2 pts)
What would make this class better? (no points)
Writing: = 0.1
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Clear and effective “conversational” writing.
SUBMISSION
 Post online on due date:
 In A7c drop box: Post Word document as attachment.
 No Discussion Forum.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE: CALENDAR INFO
 Schedule:
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Paper calendar
Online calendar
Lessons tab PDF
 Online PDF version supersedes printed or Angel
calendar dates
 Online PDF version will indicate date of last
revision
 Revisions will be announced on Course home
page Announcements section
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Link to Angel PDF calendar
http://northseattle.angellearning.com/section/default.asp
?id=CCE145CH_choyt_hybrid_SP10
SCHEDULE: READINGS
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Readings:
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4/14: pp. 1-27
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4/21: pp. 70-97
pp. 183-189
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4/28: pp. 134-163
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5/5:
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5/12: pp. 33-49
p. 175
no reading
SCHEDULE: DUE DATES
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Interval Papers are due EVERY week, the night before
class (Tuesday) – they are not listed here
Assignments:
4/14: Read: pp. 1-27
 4/21: A 4d: Found Sound
Read: pp. 70-97 & 183-189
 4/28: A 2a: Music File (first draft)
A 4c: Rhythm Pictures
Read: 134-163
 5/5:
A 3a: Five New Songs
 5/12: A 3b: Poem Activity
A 4a: Rhythm Instruments
A 4b: Felt Visual Aid
Read: pp. 33-49 & 175
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SCHEDULE: DUE DATES
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Interval Papers are due EVERY week, the night before class
(Tuesday) – they are not listed here
Assignments (continued):
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5/19:
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5/26:
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6/2:
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6/9:
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6/16:
A 6a: Synthesis Paper (draft)
*Record Music Time with Children*
NO CLASS
*Record Music Time with Children*
A 3c:
Music Selections
*Record Music Time with Children*
No Interval Paper due
A 2b: Music File (final)
A 5:
Recorded Music Time
A 6b: Synthesis Paper, final – submit for revision
NO CLASS (finals week?)
A 6b: Synthesis Paper – final – last day
A 7c:
Final Reflection due