Course overview
Teaching observation, co-teaching and one teaching project with defined aims and duration will be undertaken within teaching programs approved by the Program Convenor. These activities will be monitored during seminars and through a written Teaching Log outlining the candidate's implementation and evaluation of the tasks undertaken. Students will develop an understanding of best practice in current pedagogy for their instrument and will explore how to plan and deliver extended units of work as well as detailed lesson plans. Students will learn how to assess their skills as teachers and to analyse areas for personal development as musicians and teachers.
Course learning outcomes
- Link theoretical understanding of teaching techniques and materials to the practice of beginning, elementary and intermediate level instrumental/vocal music teaching with pupils of various age groups.
- Theoretical understanding of teaching techniques and materials to the practice of beginning, elementary and intermediate level instrumental/vocal music teaching with pupils in individual, small group and class learning modes.
- Link theoretical understanding of general musicianship to the practice of beginning, elementary and intermediate level instrumental/vocal music teaching
- Capacity to engage in self directed analysis of their teaching style and practice
- Awareness of best practice in current teaching in their field