Weber State University MUS 1010
Concurrent Enrollment Course
presented at
Weber High School Fall Semester
Disclosure Document 2011 – 2012
Joseph M. Windsor, Instructor (801-476-3753)
COURSE DESCRPTION:
In this course we will be studying the effect of music on our lives using the text
“Music! Its Role and Importance In Our Lives.” We will cover all styles of
music, all historical periods of music and basic music fundamentals. You will be
asked to do several projects in the course of our study. You will need access to
the internet and be willing to share your ideas with the class. Concurrent
Enrollment from Weber State is available to JUNIORS and SENIORS who pass
the course. Sophomores who pass will receive a fine arts credit towards
graduation. INTERNET ACCESS IS NEEDED TO COMPLETE MANY
CLASS ASSIGNMENTS.
REQUIRED DAILEY MATERIALS:
1.
Text, paper, pen/pencil for taking notes.
2.
Folder/notebook to keep all materials/handouts organized.
3.
Positive Attitude
4.
Willingness to take a chance!!
GRADING:
Grades will be based (weighted) on the following categories:
Notes – 20%, participation – 40%, tests – 25%, projects – 15%
GRADING SCALE:
93 – 100 % = A
91 – 92% = A88 – 90% = B+
83 – 87% = B
81 – 82% = B78 – 80% = C+
73 – 77% = C
71 – 72% = C-
68 – 70% = D+
63 – 67% = D
61 – 62% = D00 – 60% = F
CITIZENSHIP
Based on classroom
behavior.
ASSIGNMENTS:
Tests will be given at the end of each chapter and unit. Bell quizzes will be given
periodically over the material covered in class or any homework assigned. Each chapter
will have a project to complete. Details will be given in class as well as the due date.
The project allows for you to be as creative as possible within the guidelines of the
assignment. You will be given a quarter calendar. Please note all due dates. This
calendar will be followed regardless of your attendance. You are expected to come
prepared each day to discuss or turn in any assignment due.
Notes from chapter readings, class discussions and student presentations will also be
graded. Questions from tests will also come from this material.
Video Concert Report: Each quarter you will be expected to write a 500 word essay on
a video concert that you have watched. Exact guidelines will be given in class.
Live Concert Report: Each quarter you will be expected to attend one of the concerts
given by the Weber High School Band, Choir or Orchestra or other local groups (you can
not be a performer in the group you critiquing) . You will be given a form to fill out for
this assignment. Exact details will be given out in class. Rock or concerts similar are
not acceptable for this assignment.
ATTENDANCE/LATE WORK/MAKE-UP WORK:
Students are to be in their assigned seats by the time the late bell finishes ringing,
otherwise they will be marked as tardy (unique situations can be addressed). Students
will be given 2 school days after returning from an absence to turning work or complete
tests (tests must be done during EO Hour or after school).
LATE WORK: Worked turned in late will be docked 25% for the first 2 days, 50% on
the third and after 3 days the student will receive 10% maxim mum of the original total.
After 5 days the assignment will not be accepted. Work missed as a result of an ncleared
(unexcused) absence or truancy/suspension will not be accepted. Make up work is
available by arrangement with Mr. Windsor.
CLASS FEES:
The only fee associated with the course will be assigned if you damage the text provided.
The cost varies depending on the amount/severity of the damage. For those who choose
to take the course for WSU Credit, fees apply and will be discussed in class.
STUDENT HELP:
I use student aides to assist in correcting papers. These students have signed an
agreement to keep all information confidential. I will also, on occasion, have students
correct the work of others. Please mark on the signature page if you give your missing
for this process.
Please contact me with any question, comments or concerns that you may have. I look
forward to working with each of you during the year.
Sincerely,
Joseph M. Windsor
Director of Bands
jwindsor@weber.k12.ut.us
Weber High School Bands
DIGNITY * HONOR * PRIDE
Signature Page
Return this page only
MUSIC APPRECIATION DISCLOSURE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
I/We have read the attached course disclosure for the Music Appreciation at Weber High
School and have discussed it with my son/daughter. The signatures below indicate that
I/We understand what is expected of the students in terms of grade, participation and
behavior and agree to work together in meeting and abiding by the policies and
expectations as outlined. Video assessments may be used and students and their work
may be placed the district blog or WHS Band Website.
____________________________
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Student Name
Student Signature
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Parent/Guarding Name
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Parent/Guardian Signature
Parent E-Mail:____________________________________________________________
Yes___
I give permission for my student’s work to be graded by other students.
No___
I do not give permission for my student’s work to be graded by others.
Video of class assignments will be shown in class and may be posted on my blog for peer
critique. By signing below we agree to allow your student to be shown. No names will
be associated with the video.
Videos of concerts, ballets and musicals are part of the curriculum of this class. The
video policy of Weber School District will be followed. By signing below you agree to
allow you student to participate in watching the assigned videos in class.
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Date
Please keep the copy of the disclosure for future reference. Return only this page on or
before Friday, 26 August 2011. This is the first assignment of the year and it is worth
50 points.