Course Level Objectives and Artifacts
Department of Performing and Fine Arts
Program: Music Education
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
MUSI 152 Harmony, Sight Singing, and Ear
Training I: A study of the basic elements of
harmony: primary and secondary triads in root
position and all inversions; seventh chords;
major, minor, and chromatic scales;
introduction to part-writing procedures;
rhythmic drills, sight singing and ear training
activities; keyboard and computer applications
of concepts studied.
Prerequisite: MUSI 100
1. The learner will be able to learn music
fundamentals through discussion, analysis, and
application.
2. The learner will develop the ability to
analyze the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic
structure of music.
3. The learner will develop the ability to
translate the harmonic structure to the
piano/keyboard.
4. The learner will develop the ear training and
sight singing ability to be able to hear or sing
the printed music.
5. The learner will develop proficiency in
writing basic diatonic harmony in small
homophonic forms.
6. The learner will demonstrate knowledge of
learn music more efficiently; to better
compare/contrast musical styles; and to
perform, compose, arrange, and conduct music
with greater sensitivity.
The Learner will:
1) Demonstrate in performance a
beginning level of proficiency on the
violin, viola, cello, and bass.
2) Apply a beginning level of knowledge
adequate to convey the fundamental
set up, care and playing technique of
MUSI 241 Class Strings: A study of the basic
concepts of playing and teaching the bowed
string instruments, focusing on basic
performance skills on each of the instruments
(violin, viola, violoncello, and bass viol), as
well as on information about techniques for
organizing, recruiting, and teaching string
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Written texts
2. Written assignments
3. Computer assisted assignments/quizzes
1. Reading assignments and listening examples
2. Research project
3. Live concert review
4. Examinations (written and applied
performance)
5. Prepared Lesson Plans
classes and orchestras in the public schools.
bowed string instruments to students in
grades K-12.
3) Demonstrate understanding of the
efforts and limitations your students
will likely experience while learning
and playing these instruments.
4) Demonstrate knowledge of electronic
and printed resources and materials in
the available for the string teaching
area as well as vital organizations
linked to string music education.
5) Demonstrate detailed knowledge about
the music of stringed instruments,
including related musical instruments,
musical literature and music history
interconnected to other areas of music
and music education.
MUSI 242 Class Woodwinds: A practical
introduction to the woodwind family, with
emphasis on techniques for playing the flute,
clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone, as well
as on the characteristics and functions of each
woodwind instrument and on the basic skills
needed to offer instruction on woodwind
instruments in the public schools.
MUSI 281 Harmony, Sight Singing, and Ear
Training II: Further study of harmonic
elements with emphasis on analysis of primary
and secondary triads, seventh chords, and
cadences in the content of compositions
representing the major historical style periods.
Introduction to small forms, nonharmonic
tones and melody harmonization. Continuation
of part-writing principles, sight singing, ear
training, keyboard activities, and computer
application of concepts studied.
Prerequisite: MUSI 152
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1. Identify, through score reading, the
formal structure of small works
2. Analyze advanced chromatic
harmonies
3. Demonstrate their understanding of
compositional/theoretical
techniques through their own
compositions
4. Sight sing advanced melodies
5. Take dictation of advanced
melodies
6. Hear and analyze advanced chords
7. Hear and analyze form and phrase
structure
1. Quizzes
2. Assigned homework
3. Midterm exam
4. Final exam
5. Aural skills
MUSI 292 Harmony, Sight Singing, and Ear
Training III: Further study of harmonic
materials of previous theory courses, including
nonharmonic tones, principles of harmonic
progression, and part-writing procedures
involving more complex harmonies.
Introduction of secondary dominants,
elementary modulation, and small forms such
as phrases, periods, and phrase groups.
Creative work, keyboard harmony, sight
singing, ear training, analysis, and computer
assignments will provide opportunities for
application of theoretical concepts studied
Prerequisite: MUSI 281
MUSI 341 Class Brass: A study of basic
concepts, techniques, and information related
to offering instruction on the brass instruments
- trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium,
tuba - in the public schools.
1. The learner will be able to identify, through
score reading, the formal structure of small
works.
2. The learner will be able to analyze advanced
chromatic harmonies.
3. The learner will be able to demonstrate their
understanding of compositional/theoretical
techniques through their own compositions.
4. The learner will be able to sight sing
advanced melodies.
5. The learner will be able to take dictation of
advanced melodies.
6. The learner will be able to hear and analyze
advanced chords.
7. The learner will be able to hear and analyze
form and phrase structure.
1. The learner will be able to recognize and
formulate solutions to basic playing problems
of school brass performers.
2. The learner will be able to demonstrate
proper playing positions for all brass
instruments.
3. The learner will be able to demonstrate
correct embouchures and breathing techniques
for all brass instruments.
4. The learner will be able to implement proper
articulations for brass instrumental music
5. The learner will be able to recognize and
formulate the practice and study of a school
musician on a brass instrument.
6. The learner will be able to understand the
idiomatic intonation characteristics of brass
1. Quizzes
2. Assigned homework
3. Midterm exam
4. Final exam
5. Aural skills
1. Playing Exams on 2 brass instruments
(rubrics)
2. Quizzes/written tests
3. Teaching a brass lesson and developing
a lesson plan (rubric)
4. Web Assignment (gaining information
and resource guides for teaching brass
instruments)
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MUSI 342 Class Percussion: A study of basic
concepts, techniques and information related to
offering instructions in total percussion snare
drum, keyboard percussion, timpani, accessory
percussion, drum set, world percussion, and
electronic percussion in the public schools.
Prerequisite: MUSI 100
MUSI 351 Music History I: A survey of the
development of music from antiquity through
the seventeenth century.
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The student will
1. Demonstrate knowledge of and be able
to differentiate among advanced
elements of music in text and source
readings and through guided listening.
2. Correlate stylistic, historical, social,
and economic features and influences
of music with particular music
compositions and composers.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the
primary stylistic contributions to the
development of music from each
historical period.
4. Demonstrate knowledge major
composers, compositional forms, and
samplings of major art -music works
from each historical period.
1. Analyze aurally stylistic features,
including instrumental and vocal
combinations, and elements and forms
of music.
1.Essay writing
2. Oral Class presentation
3. Written and Aural Examination
4. Weekly written assignments
MUSI 352 Music History II: A survey of the
development of music from the culmination of
the Baroque era in the early eighteenth century
to the present day, with emphasis on
performance practices and on works of major
composers of the late Baroque and Rococo
periods, the Viennese Classical School, the
Romantic, Post-Romantic, and Impressionist
periods, and the twentieth century.
The student will:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of and be able
to differentiate among advanced
elements of music in text and source
readings and through guided listening.
2. Correlate stylistic, historical, social,
and economic features and influences
of music with particular music
compositions and composers.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the
primary stylistic contributions to the
development of music from
each historical period.
4. Demonstrate knowledge major
composers, compositional forms, and
samplings of major art -music works
from each historical period.
5. Analyze aurally stylistic features of
music, including instrumental and
vocal combinations, and elements and
forms of music.
1.Essay writing
2. Oral Class presentation
3. Written and Aural Examination
4. Weekly written assignments
MUSI 354 Form And Analysis: A study of
standard musical forms and structures and the
principles upon which they are organized. The
course aims to sensitize students to the musical
events-cadences, changes in tonality, meter,
texture, or timbre, etc. that indicate important
points in a composition’s design.
Prerequisite: MUSI 352 and MUSI 381
1. The learner will be able to describe general
characteristics of standard musical forms such
as binary and ternary forms, theme and
variation form, rondo form, sonata-allegro
form, and the fugue.
2. The learner will be able to analyze (through
visual and aural study) selected compositions
and excerpts to determine sections,
relationships between sections, and the
organization of those sections into larger
entities.
1.Essay writing
2. Class presentation
3. Quizzes
4. Composition
3. The learner will be able to demonstrate their
understanding of principles of formal
organization by analyzing excerpts and
complete compositions.
4. The learner will be able to demonstrate a
mastery of the vocabulary which relates to
formal analysis.
MUSI 381 Harmony, Sight Singing, and Ear
Training IV: A study in advanced harmonic
materials, including diminished seventh,
Neapolitan sixth, borrowed, and augmented
sixth chords, as well as ninth, eleventh, and
thirteenth chords. Introduction to binary,
ternary and composite forms; continuation of
part-writing activities, harmonic analysis, sight
singing and ear training exercises, keyboard
harmony, and computer assignments.
Introduction to twentieth-century harmonic
practices such a whole tone scales, atonality,
serialism, etc.
Prerequisite: MUSI 292
MUSI 431 Orchestration: A study of methods
and techniques for arranging compositions for
band and orchestral ensembles, with special
attention to transposition techniques and to
basic compositional principles.
Prerequisite: MUSI 381
1. Analyze advanced chromatic
harmonies and atonal compositional
techniques
2. Demonstrate their understanding of
compositional/theoretical techniques
through their own compositions
3. Sight sing advanced melodies
4. Take dictation of advanced melodies
5. Hear and analyze advanced chords
6. Hear and analyze form and phrase
structure
1. become familiar with the characteristics,
timbres and practical applications of the
various musical instruments in common use
including the brass, woodwind, percussion and
electronic families.
2. practice, through writing, their knowledge of
instrumental transpositions and clefs.
3.score for traditional, non-traditional and
"commercially based" instrumental ensembles
with an emphasis on scoring for student
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Quizzes
Assignments/Presentations
Aural Skills
Aural Skills Exams
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
1. Written examinations including midterm
and final exam
2. Orchestration/scoring assignments
3. Listening/Reading assignments
ensembles, ages K-12
4. write arrangements suitable for performance
by various instrumental ensembles on-campus.
5.be introduced to musical notation software
currently available in music computer lab
(Finale)
MUSI 441 Methods and Materials
(Elementary): A study of curriculum,
materials, and procedures for music instruction
in elementary and intermediate grades.
1. The learner will be able to compose a
defensible rationale regarding music’s place in
the public school curriculum.
2. The learner will be able to create teaching
strategies and activities appropriate for
achieving competencies in selected grade
levels.
3. The learner will be able to write and develop
lesson plans using different formats which
include behavioral objectives and basic music
activities appropriate for different grade levels.
4. The learner will be able to design a
comprehensive unit of study for a specific
grade level.
5. The learner will be able to recognize and
implement the use understanding of learning
theories, teaching techniques, and the use of
music materials by presenting prepared music
lessons in class for instructor and peer
evaluation.
6. The learner will be able to demonstrate a
minimum proficiency on the piano, soprano
recorder, tone educator bells, Orff instruments,
autoharp, guitar and other classroom
instruments.
1. Article reviews
2. Teaching projects and lesson plan
writing (rubrics)
3. Journal writing
4. Playing exams on school instruments
(rubrics)
5. 1 hour of observation in the public
schools
6. Written tests/quizzes
7. CD/Power Point presentation
(philosophy, curricular trends, sample
lessons, observation log, and resume)
MUSI 102 Class Piano I: A class piano course
giving the non-piano major a basic
understanding of keyboard harmony and
technique, with the first year of instruction
devoted to becoming familiar with the fivefinger major hand positions, memorizing
several short compositions, sight reading, and
combining staccato and legato playing.
MUSI 201 Class Piano II: A continuation of
MUSI 102.
Prerequisite: MUSI 102 A class piano course
giving the non-piano major a basic
understanding of keyboard harmony and
technique, with the first year of instruction
devoted to becoming familiar with the fivefinger major hand positions, memorizing
several short compositions, sight reading, and
combining staccato and legato playing.
7. The learner will become familiar with the
current curricular trends in teaching
elementary music.
8. The learner will be able to demonstrate
familiarity with public school education in
North Carolina in discussions of the Teacher
Handbook, the Teacher Performance Appraisal
Instrument and the Public School Laws of the
State.
Instrumental Concentration (5 credits)
1. Play selected compositions, scales and
chord progressions, sight-read pieces,
begin transposition and harmonization.
2. Demonstrate the ability to perform
functional keyboard skills sufficient to
pass the course and enroll in Class Piano
II.
3. Satisfactorily will express orally an
understanding of the content and
significance of music in the elementary
schools
1. Play selected compositions, scales
and chord progressions, sight-read
pieces, begin transposition and
harmonization.
2. Demonstrate the ability to perform
functional keyboard skills
sufficient to pass the course and
enroll in Class Piano III.
1. Instructor tests throughout the course &
in Exams.
2. Students are encouraged to use software
in the Art and Music Resource Center.
1. Instructor tests throughout the
course & in exams
2. Students are required to know
specifics of their pieces selected to
play for exams
3. Instructor questions students
throughout the course about
intervals, chords, scales, & music
elements, requiring students to sing
when appropriate & helpful
3. Satisfactorily will express orally an
understanding of the content and
significance of music in the
elementary schools.
4. Functional keyboard skills are
constantly assessed throughout the
course & during exams
MUSI 202 Class Piano III: A study of primary
chords in all keys; the major and harmonic
minor scales and major and minor arpeggios in
two octaves; four-part chordal textures; and
sight reading using chord symbols.
Prerequisite: MUSI 201
Pass the Piano Proficiency Examination.
The following criteria will be tested upon
completion of the course:
1. Repertoire: perform memorized
piece.
2. Technique: play major & minor
scales, & arpeggios--hands
together, 2 octaves; play major &
minor chord progressions--both
hands.
3. Sight read, harmonize, and
transpose selected pieces.
Piano Proficiency Examination
1. Instructor tests throughout the
course & in exams
2. Students are required to know
specifics of their pieces selected to
play for exams
3. Instructor questions students
throughout the course about
intervals, chords, scales, & music
elements, requiring students to sing
when appropriate & helpful
4. Functional keyboard skills are
constantly assessed throughout the
course & during exams
MUSI 251 Class Voice I: A course featuring
group instruction in the fundamentals of
singing, with emphasis on breath control,
posture, and tone production, and with
additional attention to developing a beginning
vocal repertoire.
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MUSI 396 Instrumental Conducting: A course
developing the aural, visual, and oral skills
necessary to conduct instrumental ensembles
marching bands, concert bands, and jazz
ensembles-and to increase proficiency in score
reading.
Prerequisite: MUSI 381
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Keyboard Concentration (2 Credits)
MUSI 251 Class Voice I: A course featuring
group instruction in the fundamentals of
singing, with emphasis on breath control,
posture, and tone production, and with
additional attention to developing a beginning
vocal repertoire.
MUSI 394 Choral Conducting: A course
developing the oral, visual, and aural skills
necessary to conduct vocal ensembles - mixed
choirs, female choirs, and male choirs-as well
as the skills and proficiency to read scores of
compositions such as madrigals, motets,
anthems, oratorios, and cantatas.
MUSI 102 Class Piano I: A class piano course
giving the non-piano major a basic
understanding of keyboard harmony and
technique, with the first year of instruction
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Voice Concentration (4 Credits)
1. Play selected compositions, scales and
chord progressions, sight-read pieces,
begin transposition and harmonization.
2. Demonstrate the ability to perform
1. Instructor tests throughout the course &
in Exams.
2. Students are encouraged to use software
devoted to becoming familiar with the fivefinger major hand positions, memorizing
several short compositions, sight reading, and
combining staccato and legato playing.
MUSI 201 Class Piano II: A continuation of
MUSI 102.
Prerequisite: MUSI 102 A class piano course
giving the non-piano major a basic
understanding of keyboard harmony and
technique, with the first year of instruction
devoted to becoming familiar with the fivefinger major hand positions, memorizing
several short compositions, sight reading, and
combining staccato and legato playing.
functional keyboard skills sufficient to
pass the course and enroll in Class Piano
II.
3. Satisfactorily will express orally an
understanding of the content and
significance of music in the elementary
schools
4. Play selected compositions, scales
and chord progressions, sight-read
pieces, begin transposition and
harmonization.
5. Demonstrate the ability to perform
functional keyboard skills
sufficient to pass the course and
enroll in Class Piano III.
6. Satisfactorily will express orally an
understanding of the content and
significance of music in the
elementary schools.
MUSI 202 Class Piano III: A study of primary
chords in all keys; the major and harmonic
minor scales and major and minor arpeggios in
two octaves; four-part chordal textures; and
sight reading using chord symbols.
Prerequisite: MUSI 201
Pass the Piano Proficiency Examination.
The following criteria will be tested upon
completion of the course:
4. Repertoire: perform memorized
piece.
5. Technique: play major & minor
scales, & arpeggios--hands
together, 2 octaves; play major &
in the Art and Music Resource Center.
5. Instructor tests throughout the
course & in exams
6. Students are required to know
specifics of their pieces selected to
play for exams
7. Instructor questions students
throughout the course about
intervals, chords, scales, & music
elements, requiring students to sing
when appropriate & helpful
8. Functional keyboard skills are
constantly assessed throughout the
course & during exams
Piano Proficiency Examination
5. Instructor tests throughout the
course & in exams
6. Students are required to know
specifics of their pieces selected to
play for exams
7. Instructor questions students
throughout the course about
minor chord progressions--both
hands.
6. Sight read, harmonize, and
transpose selected pieces.
MUSI 394 Choral Conducting: A course
developing the oral, visual, and aural skills
necessary to conduct vocal ensembles - mixed
choirs, female choirs, and male choirs-as well
as the skills and proficiency to read scores of
compositions such as madrigals, motets,
anthems, oratorios, and cantatas.
intervals, chords, scales, & music
elements, requiring students to sing
when appropriate & helpful
8. Functional keyboard skills are
constantly assessed throughout the
course & during exams
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Applied Music Sequence (7 Credits) - Each music major must complete one of the following sequences of applied music courses (one credit hour
each). Each course must be completed two times.
Brass Sequence
MUSI 167 Applied Brass: A sequence of
1. To develop correct playing and performing
1. Live performances/recitals
courses focusing on diagnoses and
habits on your instrument.
2. Weekly attendance /lessons
recommendations for proper brass/wind
2. To formulate a repertoire that will help brass 3. Semester jury auditions
playing habits, with emphasis on embouchure
students improve in all areas of performance.
development, tonal studies, scales, and
3. To familiarize the student to the technical
arpeggios. Minimum of five hours practice per aspects of brass performance and incorporate
week required. Freshman year sequence.
musical ideas which can be applied to a variety
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
of performing situations.
repeated once for credit.
4. To develop the student’s ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
MUSI 267 Applied Brass: A sequence of
1. To develop correct playing and performing
1. Live performances/recitals
courses for the brass player focusing on the
habits on your instrument.
2. Weekly attendance /lessons
continuing development of playing habits, with 2. To formulate a repertoire that will help brass 3. Semester jury auditions
an emphasis on embouchure development,
technique development and solo literature.
Sophomore year sequence. Seminar/Student
Recital required. May be repeated once for
credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 167 and MUSI 167
students improve in all areas of performance.
3. To familiarize the student to the technical
aspects of brass performance and incorporate
musical ideas which can be applied to a variety
of performing situations.
4. To develop the student’s ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
MUSI 367 Applied Brass: A sequence of
courses for the brass player focusing on the
continuing development of playing habits, with
an emphasis on embouchure development,
technique development and recital repertoire.
Junior year sequence. Seminar/Student Recital
required. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 267 and MUSI 267
1. To develop correct playing and performing
habits on your instrument.
2. To formulate a repertoire that will help brass
students improve in all areas of performance.
3. To familiarize the student to the technical
aspects of brass performance and incorporate
musical ideas which can be applied to a variety
of performing situations.
4. To develop the student’s ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
5. Begin preparing recital materials for
required senior recital
1. Live performances/recitals
2. Weekly attendance /lessons
3. Semester jury auditions
MUSI 467 Applied Brass: Senior recital
preparation, with emphasis on the development
of advanced techniques for brass performance.
Senior recital repertoire approval by instructor
and music faculty committee required in
second semester course. Senior year sequence.
Senior recital preparation, with emphasis on
the development of advanced techniques for
brass performance. Seminar/Student Recital
required. May be repeated once for credit.
1. To develop correct playing and performing
habits on your instrument.
2. To formulate a repertoire that will help brass
students improve in all areas of performance.
3. To familiarize the student to the technical
aspects of brass performance and incorporate
musical ideas which can be applied to a variety
of performing situations.
4. To develop the student’s ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
1. Live performances/recitals
2. Weekly attendance /lessons
3. Senior hearing in preparation for recital
Senior year sequence.
Prerequisite: MUSI 367 and MUSI 367
manner with attention to detail.
5. Preparation for student senior recital
Organ Sequence
MUSI 169 Organ:
MUSI 269
MUSI 369
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MUSI 380
MUSI 173 Applied Percussion: A sequence of
courses for the percussionist focusing on basic
technique, sound production, exercises and
etudes with emphasis on indefinite pitch and
related instruments, keyboard percussion, and
timpani. Freshman year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
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Percussion Sequence
1.The learner will be able to develop a good
foundation in two of the following six
percussion areas during the semester: 1) Snare
(Rudimental and Concert); 2) Timpani; 3)
Mallet Percussion; 4) Ethnic/Latin Percussion;
5) Accessory Percussion, and; 6) Drum set
*Note: Electronic Percussion will be added in
circumstances with drum set and/or accessory percussion
in the future.
2. The learner will practice the technical
aspects of percussion in assigned areas to be
covered and incorporate musical ideas, which
can be applied to a variety of performing
situations, especially percussion ensemble.
3. The learner will perform one completed
solo/etude in at least one master class and/or
student recital during the semester prepared in
the lesson.
4. The learner will to develop ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
5. The learner will design and demonstrate
1. Weekly practice log
2. Performance in recital
3. Recital/Seminar participation
4. Juries (rubrics)
MUSI 273 Applied Percussion: A sequence of
courses for the percussionist focusing on
intermediate techniques, sound production,
exercises, etudes, and solo literature with
emphasis on indefinite pitch and related
instruments, keyboard percussion, and timpani.
Sophomore year sequence. Seminar/Student
Recital required. May be repeated once for
credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 173 and MUSI 173
MUSI 373 Applied Percussion: A sequence of
courses in technical studies and recital
skills needed for potential professional
employment in the field of performance and
education where percussion is required as well
as enhance present skills of current performers
and/or teachers.
1.The learner will be able to develop a good
foundation in two of the following six
percussion areas during the semester: 1) Snare
(Rudimental and Concert); 2) Timpani; 3)
Mallet Percussion; 4) Ethnic/Latin Percussion;
5) Accessory Percussion, and; 6) Drum set
1. Weekly practice log
2. Performance in recital
3. Recital/Seminar participation
4. Preparation/Performance for a Sophomore
Qualifying Recital (rubrics)
5. Juries (rubrics)
*Note: Electronic Percussion will be added in
circumstances with drum set and/or accessory percussion
in the future.
2. The learner will practice the technical
aspects of percussion in assigned areas to be
covered and incorporate musical ideas, which
can be applied to a variety of performing
situations, especially percussion ensemble.
3. The learner will perform one completed
solo/etude in at least one master class and/or
student recital during the semester prepared in
the lesson.
4. The learner will to develop ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
5. The learner will design and demonstrate
skills needed for potential professional
employment in the field of performance and
education where percussion is required as well
as enhance present skills of current performers
and/or teachers.
1.The learner will be able to develop a good
foundation in two of the following six
1. Weekly practice log
2. Performance in recital
repertoire development for percussion
instruments, especially the marimba and the
tympani. Performance in student recitals and a
minimum of ten hours practice per week
required. Junior year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 273 and MUSI 273
MUSI 473 Applied Percussion: A sequence of
courses for the percussionist focusing on
senior recital preparation with emphasis on the
development of advanced techniques for
percussion. Senior year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 373 and MUSI 373
percussion areas during the semester: 1) Snare
(Rudimental and Concert); 2) Timpani; 3)
Mallet Percussion; 4) Ethnic/Latin Percussion;
5) Accessory Percussion, and; 6) Drum set
3. Recital/Seminar participation
4. Juries (rubrics)
*Note: Electronic Percussion will be added in
circumstances with drum set and/or accessory percussion
in the future.
2. The learner will practice the technical
aspects of percussion in assigned areas to be
covered and incorporate musical ideas, which
can be applied to a variety of performing
situations, especially percussion ensemble.
3. The learner will perform one completed
solo/etude in at least one master class and/or
student recital during the semester prepared in
the lesson.
4. The learner will to develop ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
5. The learner will design and demonstrate
skills needed for potential professional
employment in the field of performance and
education where percussion is required as well
as enhance present skills of current performers
and/or teachers.
1.The learner will be able to develop a good
foundation in two of the following six
percussion areas during the semester: 1) Snare
(Rudimental and Concert); 2) Timpani; 3)
Mallet Percussion; 4) Ethnic/Latin Percussion;
5) Accessory Percussion, and; 6) Drum set
*Note: Electronic Percussion will be added in
circumstances with drum set and/or accessory percussion
in the future.
2. The learner will practice the technical
1. Weekly practice log
2. Performance in recital
3. Recital/Seminar participation
4. Preparation for a Senior Recital Hearing
(rubrics)
5. Juries (rubrics)
aspects of percussion in assigned areas to be
covered and incorporate musical ideas, which
can be applied to a variety of performing
situations, especially percussion ensemble.
3. The learner will perform one completed
solo/etude in at least one master class and/or
student recital during the semester prepared in
the lesson.
4. The learner will to develop ability to prepare
solo and ensemble literature in a consistent
manner with attention to detail.
5. The learner will design and demonstrate
skills needed for potential professional
employment in the field of performance and
education where percussion is required as well
as enhance present skills of current performers
and/or teachers.
6. The learner will prepare and practice
literature for completing a senior and/or junior
recital requirement as a part of the music
degree program (B.S./B.A.)
7. Seniors percussion students will be required
to prepare 30 minutes to 1-hr. minutes of
music for recital depending on course level.
MUSI 171 Applied Piano: A first-year
sequence of courses in piano devoted to
acquiring a firm technical foundation through
the use of various drills and exercises, with
beginning repertoire including pieces on the
level of Clementi Sonatinas, Op. 36; the
Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach; or the
Piano Sequence
1. The learner will demonstrate both technical
and musical skills in the playing of selected
compositions.
2. The learner will demonstrate development in
sight reading.
3. The learner will analyze each composition
for form, harmonic structure, and stylistic
1. Attendance
2. Improvement
3. Recital Attendance
4. Jury (Final Exam)
easier Bach Two-part Inventions; and major
and minor scales in contrary and parallel
motion. Freshman year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit
MUSI 271 Applied Piano: A sequence of
courses in piano technique and repertoire on
the level of Beethoven Sonatas Op. 49, Nos. 1,
2; Bach Two and Three-part Inventions;
Chopin Mazurkas, and Waltzes; and Bartok
Mikrokosmos, Volumes III and IV; major
scales and minor scales in contrary and parallel
motion. Sophomore year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 171 and MUSI 171
characteristics.
4. The learner will Perform memorized
selections.
1. The learner will demonstrate both
technical and musical skills in the playing
of selected compositions.
2. The learner will demonstrate development
in sight reading.
3. The learner will analyze each
composition for form, harmonic structure,
and stylistic characteristics.
4. The learner will perform memorized
selections.
5. The learner will play scales, technical
studies, and exercises with a view to
developing good playing mechanics (hand
position, control of playing mechanisms,
etc.).
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Attendance
Improvement
Recital Attendance
Jury (Final Exam)
MUSI 371 Applied Piano: A continuation of
technical piano studies, focusing on
compositional form and performance style in
works from the various historical periods,
including the Bach Preludes and Fugues from
the Well-Tempered Clavier, Haydn Sonatas,
Chopin Nocturnes, Brahms Intermezzos, and
Bartok Mikrokosmos, Vol. V, or Bartok
Sonatina. Junior year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 271 and MUSI 271
1. The learner will demonstrate both technical
and musical skills in the playing of selected
compositions.
2.The learner will demonstrate development in
sight reading
3. The learner will analyze each composition
for form, harmonic structure, and stylistic
characteristics.
4. The learner will perform memorized
selections.
5. The learner will play scales, technical
studies, and exercises with a view to
developing good playing mechanics (hand
position, control of playing mechanisms, etc.)
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Attendance
Improvement
Recital Attendance
Jury (Final Exam)
MUSI 471 Applied Piano: A sequence of
courses in piano study to develop and refine
performance techniques and to begin
preparations and repertoire practice for the
senior recital, with selections chosen from such
works as the Bach Well-Tempered Clavier
(selections), the Bach French Suites, Mozart or
Beethoven Sonatas, Chopin Preludes or
Nocturnes, Bartok Mikrokosmos, Vol. VI,
Allegro Barbara or Suite, Op. 14, or other
works. Senior year sequence. Seminar/Student
Recital required. May be repeated once for
credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 371 and MUSI 371
1. The learner will demonstrate both
1. Attendance
2. Improvement
technical and musical skills in the playing
3. Recital Attendance
of selected compositions.
4. Jury (Final Exam)
2. The learner will demonstrate
development in sight reading.
3. The learner will analyze each composition
for form, harmonic structure, and stylistic
characteristics.
4. The learner will perform memorized
selections.
5. The learner will play scales, technical
studies, and exercises with a view to
developing good playing mechanics (hand
position, control of playing mechanisms,
etc.)
Strings Sequence
MUSI 175 Applied Strings: A sequence of
courses featuring diagnoses and
recommendations for proper string playing
habits, with practice emphasis on bowing and
fingering methods, positions, scales, arpeggios,
tone, and vibrato. Freshman year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
1.The learner will demonstrate correct
fingering and bowing techniques as the
music requires and as provided by the
instructor
2. The learner will demonstrate correct
intonation through the performance of
scales, arpeggios and musical works.
3. The learner will demonstrate exploration
of music of all styles and genres.
4. The learner will demonstrate the regular
practice of intermediate technical studies.
MUSI 275 Applied Strings: A sequence of
1. The learner will demonstrate with
courses in technical studies and the
developing skill, correct fingering and
development of a recital repertoire for strings.
bowing techniques as provided by the
Performance in student recitals and a minimum instructor as the music requires.
of ten hours practice per week required.
2. The learner will perform scales, double
Sophomore year sequence. Seminar/Student
stops, arpeggios and musical works with
Recital required. May be repeated once for
self discerning developing intonation.
credit.
3. The learner will demonstrate the
Prerequisite: MUSI 175 and MUSI 175
exploration of music of all styles and
genres.
4. The learner will demonstrate the
practice of intermediate technical studies
and begin advanced technical studies.
MUSI 375 Applied Strings: A sequence of
1. The learner will perform scales of three
courses in technical studies and recital
and four octaves, double stops and chords,
repertoire development for strings.
arpeggios and musical works with self
Performance in student recitals and a minimum discerning and self corrected intonation. 2.
of ten hours practice per week required. Junior The learner will explore music of all styles
year sequence Seminar/Student Recital
and genres. 3. The learner will demonstrate
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Improvement monitoring grade rubric
Recital Attendance and performance
Jury (Final Exam)
1. Attendance
2. Improvement monitoring in each lesson/
graded rubric
3. Recital Attendance and Seminar
performance
4. Jury (Final Exam)
5. Sophomore Qualifying Exam
1. Attendance
2. Improvement monitoring in each lesson/
graded rubric
3. Recital Attendance and Seminar
performance
4. Jury (Final Exam)
required. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 275 and MUSI 275
the practice of advanced technical studies.
4. The learner will analyze music in
context with culture and history.
MUSI 475 Applied Strings: Senior recital
1. The learner will demonstrate skilled
preparation, with emphasis on the development correct fingering and bowing techniques as
of advanced techniques for strings. Senior
provided by the instructor as the music
recital repertoire approval by instructor
requires.
required in second semester. Senior year
2. The learner will apply with skill self
sequence. Seminar/Student Recital required.
determined correct fingering and bowing
May be repeated once for credit.
techniques as the music requires.
Prerequisite: MUSI 375 and MUSI 375
3. The learner will perform scales of three
and four octaves, double stops and chords,
arpeggios and musical works with self
discerning and self corrected intonation. 4.
The learner demonstrate the exploration of
music of all styles and genres.
5. The learner will demonstrate the
practice of advanced technical studies.
6. The learner will analyze and examine
music in context with culture and history.
1. Attendance
2. Improvement monitoring in each lesson/
graded rubric
3. Recital Attendance and Seminar
performance
4. Jury (Final Exam)
Voice Sequence
MUSI 177 Applied Voice: A sequence of
courses in voice focusing on the study of
vowels and the fundamentals of tone
production, on correct breathing and posture,
and on the singing of vocalists and early
secular and sacred songs. Freshman year
sequence. Seminar/Student Recital required.
May be repeated once for credit.
MUSI 277 Applied Voice: A continuation of
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studies in tone production and other principles
of singing, with emphasis on various vocalists
and on English, Italian, and French songs.
Sophomore year sequence. Seminar/Student
Recital required. May be repeated once for
credit.
Prerequisite:
MUSI 377 Applied Voice: A comprehensive
study of English, Italian, French, and German
songs, to build a repertoire for the senior
recital. Junior year sequence.
Prerequisite:
MUSI 477 Applied Voice: In-depth studies of
vocal techniques and the literature from
Baroque to Contemporary periods, with
emphasis on preparations for the senior recital.
Senior year sequence. Seminar/Student Recital
required. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 377 and MUSI 377
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Woodwinds Sequence
MUSI 179 Applied Woodwinds: A sequence
of courses focusing on diagnoses and
recommendations for proper woodwind
playing habits, with emphasis on embouchure
development, tonal studies, scales, and
arpeggios. Freshman year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit.
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MUSI 279 Applied Woodwinds: A sequence
of courses in technical studies and the
development of a recital repertoire for
woodwinds. Performance in student recitals
and a minimum ten hours practice per week
required. Sophomore year sequence.
Seminar/Student Recital required. May be
repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: MUSI
179 and MUSI 179
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MUSI 379 Applied Woodwinds: A sequence
of courses in technical studies and recital
repertoire development for woodwinds.
Performance in student recitals and a minimum
of ten hours practice per week required. Junior
year sequence. Seminar/Student Recital
required. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite:
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MUSI 479 Applied Woodwinds: Senior recital
preparation, with emphasis on the development
of advanced techniques for woodwinds. Senior
recital repertoire approval by instructor
required in second semester. Senior year
sequence. Seminar/Student Recital required.
May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite: MUSI 379 and MUSI 379
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Ensemble Performance (7 Credits)
MUSI 110 Choir: A course focusing on
selections from all periods and styles of music
including pop, spiritual, and gospel music,
with a study of vocal techniques, choral
diction, and performance styles and practice.
Includes choral performances at various
University and community activities, with
tours planned to many areas in North Carolina
and other states. Open to all students who
enjoy singing.
MUSI 115 Percussion Ensemble: This course
offers the student percussionist practical
experience in the playing of percussion
instruments in a chamber music setting. This
course will explore the traditional,
contemporary, and world music literature for
percussion ensemble. Open to all students
following audition and permission of the
instructor.
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1. The learner will be able to gain practical
experience in the playing of percussion
instruments in a variety of musical settings.
2. The learner will perform in at least 4 out of
6 major areas of percussion (Snare Drum,
Keyboard Percussion, Timpani, Small
Percussion (Cym. & Bass Drum), Drum Set,
Ethnic Percussion/ Electronic Percussion.
3. The learner will improve techniques used to
perform mallet, ethnic and contemporary
percussion ensemble literature.
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4. The learner will demonstrate, recognize and
analyze trends in percussion performance.
5. The learner will organize, rehearse, and
perform in a percussion ensemble.
6. The learner will perform a wide variety of
musical styles in the percussion idiom.
Student arrangements will be explored once
the instructor selects a format.
7. The learner will demonstrate a high
performance level, individual responsibility,
versatility, and good stage presence.
Improvisation will be a high priority in regards
to performing.
MUSI 120 Bass Ensemble: A course in the
performance of small ensemble compositions
written for various combinations of brass and
wind instruments. Open to all students
following audition and permission of
instructor.
MUSI 130 Woodwind Ensemble: A course in
the performance of small ensemble
compositions written for various combinations
of woodwind instruments. Open to all students
following audition and permission of
instructor.
MUSI 140 Jazz Ensemble: A major
performing organization of the university, with
practice including instruction in improvisation
1. The learner will gain practical experience in
the playing of brass instruments in a variety of
musical settings.
2. The learner will establish and implement
playing techniques unique to brass
instruments.
3. The learner will recognize and analyze
trends in brass performance.
4. The learner will practice the technical
aspects of brass performance and implement
musical ideas which can be applied to a variety
of performing situations.
5. The learner will develop the process
necessary to successfully organize, rehearse,
and perform in a brass ensemble.
6. The learner will perform at a high
performance level, develop individual
responsibility, versatility, and acquire good
stage presence.
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1. Regular attendance rehearsals.
2. Performance in concerts on/off campus
3. Preparation of music for rehearsals
A rubric outline informs students of the
requirements for grading of the course.
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1. To perform to the full and maximum
potential as an ensemble. To function as a
well-rehearsed and cohesive unit with
1. Regular attendance at rehearsals
2. Live performances throughout the course of
the semester
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and arranging, and with repertoire varied to
include a wide array of music from jazz to
fusion and popular styles. Open to all students
following audition and permission of
instructor.
MUSI 160 String Ensemble: A course in the
performance of small ensemble compositions
written for various combinations of string
instruments. Open to all students following
audition and permission of instructor.
MUSI 191 Marching Band: A major
performing organization of the university,
playing in parades, at miscellaneous events,
and at football games both at home and in
other states. Open to all students following
musicality, precision and attention to detail.
2. To develop professionalism in all the
ensemble does. In preparing the music for
public performance, in relating to each other
on a daily basis with respect and cooperation,
and taking pride in giving the best
performances every time the ensemble takes
the stage.
3. To study the repertoire associated with jazz
music, including music from various
composers and style periods
4. To explore the essential element of jazz
improvisation as a part of the experience
1.The learner will be apply correct techniques
appropriate to bowed, plucked or hammered
string instruments as the music requires (i.e.
bowings and fingerings).
2. The learner will perform musical works with
good intonation.
3. The learner will demonstrate performance
ensemble work with others in a structured
setting.
4. The learner will perform music of all styles
and genres for a public audience.
5. The learner will demonstrate knowledge of
performance program management and stage
etiquette.
3. Consistent improvement in execution of
assigned parts
4. For improvisers, learning and executing the
chord progression.
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A rubric outline informs students of the
requirements for grading of the course
1. Regular attendance rehearsals.
2. Performance in concerts on/off campus
3. Preparation of music for rehearsals
A rubric outline informs students of the
requirements for grading of the course.
audition and permission of instructor.
MUSI 192 Concert Band: A major performing
organization of the university, playing varied
styles and genres of music in concerts, both
locally and in other cities. Open to all students
following audition and permission of the
instructor.
EDUC 210 Computers in Education: An
introduction to the computer and its use in
facilitating learning, including
applications, elementary programming
procedures, and available software.
EDUC 211 Lab Experience in Schools:
experiences in area elementary, middle,
and secondary schools, observing studentteacher interactions and developing
understanding of learning in the school
setting
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Professional Education Courses (32 Credits)
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1. Demonstrate application of
instructional technology through
the completion of Plato interactive
computer delivered instructional
program.
2. Demonstrate comprehension of
instructional practice.
1. Class discussions, cooperative
learning groups
2. Field Observation experience
3. Written observation reports
4. Reflective Essay
5. Group presentation
6. Role playing activities
EDUC 310 Foundations of Education:
study origins, evolution, and
interrelatedness of principles and practices
of disciplinary foundations of education
and their influence on education
3. Demonstrate application of
effective time management.
7. Computer Modules (PLATO hours)
1. Understand the foundations of
education in the United States
2. Develop a sense of perception on
education and the schools
3. Understand the historical
development of the education
system in the United States
4. Understand economic concepts
pertaining to the operation of the
education system
5. Recognize different social forces
influencing the American system of
education
6. Comprehend the strengths and
weaknesses of schools
7. Demonstrate knowledge of the
influences of significant political,
economic, and socio-cultural forces
on American education
8. Understand the role of federal,
state, and local government in
support and control of American
education
9. Classify examples of curricula
design and instructional practices
according to the philosophical
assumptions upon which they are
based.
1. Tests
2. Observations and field experiences
3. Group discussion
EDUC 330 Psychology and Measurement:
explore psychological principles and their
applications to teaching and learning
(stages in human development, motivation,
learning, classroom management
strategies, individual differences,
exceptional children, and the measurement
and evaluation of student achievement and
teaching strategies)
1. Demonstrate comprehension of
principles of problem solving
techniques and theories
2. Demonstrate comprehension of
four major stages (investigation,
interpretation, presentation, and
application) of educational
research.
3. Demonstrate comprehension of the
manner in which research variables
must be identified and tested to
ascertain the relationships that
exist.
4. Demonstrate ability to discern the
differences among memory,
retention, recognition, and recall.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the
importance of utilizing goals and
objectives throughout the teaching
process (long term vs. short term,
how they will be accomplished,
how students will know when they
have achieved them, how new ones
will be established, what
alternatives exist) to improve
instruction.
6. Demonstrate comprehension of
assessment devices to determine
the various characteristics of
students in addition to
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Chapter exams
Teacher Field Experience
Research project
Group discussion/Cooperative
presentation
Power Point presentation
Class attendance, oral participation
Midterm exam
Final exam
achievement, ability, and interest.
1. Understand the developmental
process begins with conception and
continues through life and that
growth occurs in each stage.
2. Understand that individual lives
show continuity and change, both
of which are central to
understanding human development.
3. Understand that development
includes physical, emotional,
social, cognitive and moral areas of
development.
4. Understand that human
development may be best
understood when studied in the
context of the individual setting
and relationships in which the
individual exists.
5. Understand the effects of drug use
and abuse on human development.
EDUC 340 Human Development: study of
humans from conception to young
adulthood, emphasizing appropriate age
groups for education majors in elementary
and middle grades education and
secondary education
EDUC 421 Principles of Secondary Ed.:
comprehensive overview of secondary
education, the philosophy undergirding the
knowledge base of the curriculum, and the
influence of contemporary social forces in
shaping the curriculum
1. Tests
2. 10 hours of field experience in a
public school
3. Class discussion
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EDUC 450 Classroom Management: intro to
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strategies for facilitating learning through
better classroom management, emphasizing the 2.
role of parents in classroom management and
on counseling techniques
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EDUC 460 Methods and Materials in
Secondary School – Music: A study of the
objectives, materials, and teaching procedures
designed to facilitate students’ learning of
secondary school subjects. Prerequisite:
Admission to teacher education.
1. The learner will become familiar with the
current curricular trends in teaching secondary
music.
2. The learner will examine and analyze, the
NC Standard Course of Study, the National
Standards for Music Education.
3. The learner will construct lesson plans
utilizing many formats. This will include
writing behavioral objectives and music
strategies/curriculum.
4. The learner will develop a web resource
manual for a beginning music teacher.
5. The learner will develop a unit study which
will include score preparation and study in
band, choral, or a string ensemble setting.
1. Article Review (rubrics)
2. Lesson plans (rubrics)
3. Web Resource Manual for Beginning
Teacher (rubric)
4. Unit Study (rubric)
EDUC 480 Student Teaching: internship in
public secondary school, observing
professionals in the classroom, practicing
teaching under supervision, and
participating in other activities expected of
regular in-service teachers
1. Describe roles of the cooperating
teacher, university supervisor, director
of teacher education, and student
teacher.
2. Develop lesson plans and lesson
analysis appropriate for grade and
subjects taught.
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1. Instructional Technology Portfolio
2. Class participation (discussion,
attendance)
3. Lesson plans
4. Observation and reflection journal
EDUC 490 Education Seminar:
discussions of teaching strategies,
methodologies, materials, and experiences
observed during the student-teaching
experience and of issues (mainstreaming,
multicultural education, use of computers,
new trends to facilitate learning in
educational settings, and effective resume
writing and interviewing techniques)
3. Plan and implement activities that
foster diversity in the classroom.
4. Demonstrate application of computer
operations and applications through
class assignments, lesson plans,
multimedia presentations, etc.
5. Develop an instructional technology
portfolio according to established
criteria.
1. Describe the roles of the
cooperating teacher, university
supervisor, director of teacher
education and student teacher.
2. Develop lesson plans and lesson
analysis appropriate for grade and
subjects taught.
3. Plan and implement activities that
foster diversity in the classroom.
4. Demonstrate effective
communication skills through
collaboration with cooperating
teacher and families.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of
computer operations and
applications through class
assignments, lesson plans,
multimedia presentations.
6. Explain the established procedure
for obtaining a North Carolina
teaching license.
7. Develop a portfolio according to
1. Class/Seminar Participation
2. Observation Reflection Journal
3. Teacher Candidate Orientation Log
(Portfolio)
4. Lesson Plan Reflections (min. 5 due
with portfolio)
5. Portfolio (Presentation/Taskstream)
the established criteria.
READ 320 Teaching Reading: study of
methods, materials, classroom procedures,
and evaluation techniques for facilitating
reading in the content areas in middle and
secondary schools
1. Understands the role of literacy in
subject area learning and how
literacy interacts with and supports
learning
2. Utilize strategies for teaching
important reflection skills such as
critical thinking, problem solving,
and decision-making, analyzing an
author’s techniques, separating fact
from opinion, detecting
propaganda, and test taking
3. Be able to select teaching/assessing
tools that support students=
learning in the generating,
interacting, and refining phases
4. Be able to select assessment tools
or teaching/assessing tools that
inform future instruction
5. Explain and model strategies that
foster cooperative learning to help
students get the most from their
learning experiences
6. Designs instruction that respects
the cultural diversity of learners
7. Develop and implement effective
instructional activities for teaching
subject matter content to
bilingual/bicultural students in
multilingual /multicultural
1. The student is required to
complete assigned reading
textbook and selected readings.
2. The student is required to
design literacy activities and
lesson plans to enhance
instruction in the various
subjects (mathematics, science,
history, music, etc) and to meet
the need of a diverse student
population
3. Conduct research on pre
approved topics and compose
reports
4. Design lesson plans to
incorporate technology in the
development of literacy in the
content areas
5. The student is required to
participate in ALL discussion
forums on select topics.
6. The student is required to
complete two major (2)
writings assignments
classrooms
8. Understand the need for
complementing content area
instruction with multiple resources,
including literature and technology