Tennessee Teacher Licensure Standards: Content Endorsement in Music Education October 2010 University of Tennessee at Martin Content Standards I. Music Knowledge and Application: Candidates understand and apply knowledge of music history, theory and performance skills in creating learning experiences for all music students. 1.1 Candidates know and understand music of various styles, historical periods and cultural sources, and apply that knowledge in a classroom setting. 1.2 Candidates understand the language and grammar of music, common elements of music, and their interaction and infuse this understanding in their teaching. MUS 111M & 112M: Masterpieces of Music & Music in Our Time (M=music majors); MUS 341 & 342 Music History & Literature; MUED 310 General Music; MUS 354: Beginning Techniques, Literature and Conducting (TLC); MUS 454: Advanced Instrumental TLC; MUS 417: Techniques; MUS 353: Beginning Choral TLC; MUS 453: Advanced Choral TLC; MUS 431 Large Choral Works and Advanced Rehearsal Strategies MUS 121, 122, 221, 223: Music Theory I IV; MUS 123, 124, 223, 224: Aural Skills I IV; MUS 320 & 420: Advanced Theory I & II; MUS 108: Introduction to Technology in Music; MUS 354 & 454: Beginning/Advanced Instrumental TLC; MUS 417: Techniques; MUS 353 & 453: Beginning/Advanced Choral TLC; MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab PRAXIS II: Music Content Knowledge (required to take before graduation as the university s exit examination in this degree) Field in Music; MUED 310: 10 hours of field teaching in an elementary setting; MUED 260: 10 hours of field observation; MUED 400: 10 hours of field teaching. Advanced TLC: 10 hours of field teaching for each discipline (choral and instrumental) in Music ; MUED 310; 400; MUS 453; MUS 454; MUS 431 1
1.3 Candidates have proficiency in sight singing and functional competency in piano, including playing two or more vocal or instrumental parts, use of chord symbols, and basic transposition. 1.4 Candidates have proficiency in composing, improvising, arranging and adapting music from a variety of sources to meet the needs and ability levels of school performing groups and classroom situations. MUAP 101, 102, 201, 202: Class Piano I, II, III, IV; MUS 123, 124, 223, 224: Aural Skills I IV; MUS 354 & 454: Beginning/Advanced Instrumental TLC; MUS 353 & 453: Beginning/Advanced Choral TLC; MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab TLC classes; MUED 310: General Music; MUED 400: Senior Seminar in Music Education; MUAP 101, 102, 201, 202: Class Piano I IV; MUAP 103: Class Voice MUED 310: Singing and playing competency SPED 300: Exceptional Child Field in Music MUED 400: practicum with students with special needs (at least 10 hours); MUED 471 & 472: in Music 1.5 Candidates evaluate music and music performance. 1.6 Candidates demonstrate an advanced level of proficiency as a performer including technical mastery, artistic interpretation and sight reading. They display these skills as a solo performer and as an ensemble member. MUAP xxx: upper and lower division lessons; MUED 310: General Music; MUED 260: Introduction to Music Education; MUAP 310: Recital Class; MUEN xxx: large and chamber (small ensembles) MUAP xxx: Lower and upper division lessons; MUAP 495: Senior Recital ; MUEN xxx: Major (large ensemble) and chamber (ensemble) MUED 260 students evaluate through observation and reflection of professional teaching situations, and through the compilation of the professional teaching portfolio Juries each semester; hearings for junior and senior recitals; required recital class and studio class performances as indicated by studio teachers; major and chamber ensemble performances required each All previously mentioned method classes and student teaching Students may elect to present a junior recital (MUS 395), although this is NOT required for the degree. 2
1.7 Candidates apply conducting skills, expressive gestures and appropriate rehearsal techniques which [sic] produce an artistic performance. Standard 2: Teaching Music: Candidates plan and provide comprehensive sequential curriculum and instruction that is developmentally appropriate in an environment conducive to creative growth and active engagement in learning. 2.1 Instruction. Candidates design, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate sequential curricula for all students. They incorporate a variety of music experiences, teaching and learning strategies, and emerging technologies to assist and guide students through the artistic processes of creating, performing and responding to music. Candidates understand that both process and product are integral to effective musical learning. TLC courses previously mentioned; MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab; MUS 417: Techniques MUED 260: Introduction to Music Education; MUED 310: General Music; TLC method courses; MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab; MUS 417: Marching Band Techniques; MUED 400: Senior Seminar in Music Education semester leading to student teaching. Peer conducting in university conducting courses and ensembles Professional Teaching Portfolio maintenance throughout program. Devise and maintain the electronic portfolio; use of music notation software required throughout theory sequence; music theory drill and reinforcement software used throughout theory sequence Field Previously mentioned Advanced TLC classes; in Music 310; Advanced TLC methods courses; MUED 400; MUED 471 & 472 2.2 Learning Environment. Candidates create an environment that is conducive to creative thought and activity and is emotionally and physically safe. They implement effective behavior management strategies appropriate to the music classroom that maintain and sustaining a positive learning environment. 310; Advanced TLC method courses; MUED 400; TCED 302; MUED 471 & 472 310; Advanced TLC methods courses; 400; MUED 471 & 472 3
2.3 Program Management. Candidates demonstrate the ability to plan and manage an effective music program including materials, time, spatial organization, budget and acquisition of appropriate resources. They understand the professional ethics and legal issues that are part of conducting an effective music program. Beginning and Advanced TLC courses; MUS 417: Techniques; MUED 260: MUED 400; MUAP 301, 302, 303, 304: Classroom instruments in string, woodwind, brass, and percussion (part of each class content is dedicated to program management) Field 310; Advanced TLC method courses; MUED 400; MUED 471 & 472 2.4 Integration and Linkages. Candidates teach music as an integrated discipline, connected with other areas of study and with real life experiences. Standard 3: Reflection, Professional Development and Leadership (see narrative below and recent NASM supplement) 310; MUED 400; TLC and ensemble method classes HLRN 325 SPED 300 310; Advanced TLC method courses; MUED 400; MUED 471 & 472 Endorsement in Vocal/General Music Standard 1. Candidates demonstrate knowledge and skills specific to effective choral music teaching and performing. 1.1 Candidates know and select ageappropriate literature for large ensembles, small ensembles and solo performance 1.2 Candidates use their voice effectively and assist students in vocal diction, tone production and intonation. 431 MUS 161/162: Diction I and II; MUS 365: Vocal Science & Pedagogy; PRAXIS II: Music Concepts and Processes (required for licensure; taken during student teaching semester) University choral ensemble participation 431; MUED 471 &472: 4
1.3 Candidates identify performance deficiencies and apply appropriate corrective measures with vocal ensembles. 1.4 Candidates understand and communicate the contributions of the vocal music program to the school and community. 1.5 Candidates possess fundamental knowledge of general class instrument and maintenance repair. Endorsement in Instrumental/General Music Standard 1: Candidates demonstrate knowledge and skills specific to effective instrumental music teaching and performance. 1.1 Candidates know and select ageappropriate literature for large ensembles, chamber music and solo performance. 1.2 Candidates have knowledge and performance ability on winds, strings and percussion instruments sufficient 431; Applied Study in Voice (MUS 122/123); MUAP 103/104, 203/204: Voice Class (for students who are not voice principals in this endorsement) 431; Applied Study in Voice (MUS 122/123); MUAP 103/104, 203/204: Voice Class (for students who are not voice principals in this endorsement) MUED 260: Introduction to Music Education; TLC method courses; MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab Techniques; MUED 400: Senior Seminar in Music Education MUS 431 & 432: Large Choral Works and Lab Techniques; MUS 354: Beginning TLC; MUS 454: Advanced Ensemble TLC; MUS 417: Procedures MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Class instruction in string, woodwind, brass University instrumental ensemble Field 431; MUED 471 &472: 431; MUED 471 &472: 431; MUED 471 &472: MUS 431/432: MUED 471, 472 MUS 354: Beginning TLC; MUS 454: Advanced Ensemble TLC; MUS 417: Procedures; MUED 471 & 472: MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Class instruction in string, woodwind, brass 5
to teach K-12 students effectively. 1.3 Candidates identify performance deficiencies and apply appropriate corrective measure with instrumental ensembles. 1.4 Candidates have sufficient vocal ability to use the voice in instrumental settings. 1.5 Candidates understand and communicate the contributions of the instrumental program to the school and community. 1.6 Candidates possess fundamental knowledge of instrument maintenance and repair. and percussion; Applied chosen instrument. MUS 354: Beginning TLC; MUS 454: Advanced Ensemble TLC; MUS 417: Procedures; MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Class instruction in string, woodwind, brass and percussion; Applied chosen instrument. participation. Field and percussion; Applied chosen instrument; ; MUS 354: Beginning TLC; MUS 454: Advanced Ensemble TLC; MUS 417: Procedures; MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Class instruction in string, woodwind, brass and percussion; Applied chosen instrument; MUAP 103: Class Voice MUED 260: Introduction to Music Education;; MUS 354 & 454: Beginning and advanced instrumental ensemble; MUS 417: Procedures MUED 400: Senior Seminar in Music Education MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Class instruction in string, woodwind, brass and percussion; Applied chosen instrument. MUS 354, 454 & 417; MUED 471 & 472 MUS 354, 454 & 417; MUED 471 & 472; MUAP 301, 302, 303 & 304: Standard 3. Narrative Candidates in the Music Education Professional Program enroll in MUED 260 Introduction to Music Education as the first course in their training. Along with learning about the music education profession, its curricular offerings, and historic points, this class requires students to peer-teach, to develop an electronic portfolio for the Teacher Education Program, to develop a philosophical statement for music education, to read, implement and discuss psychological viewpoints of music teaching, and write reflectively about peer teaching, field observations, community service requirements, and their growth and development as pre-service music teachers over the course of the semester. Additionally, candidates interview with the Department of Music before applying to the University s Teacher Education Program, which has its own set of entrance standards. Once admitted to the Music Education Professional Program (MEPP), 6
students may progress in the sequence of classes leading to graduation. If a student is denied admittance to the MEPP, (s)he may NOT continue to enroll in courses in the sequence. Students enrolled in the degree program are also active in professional organizations. Collegiate Music Educators National Conference (CMENC) is required of all students in the MEPP. Also, various studies, such as the percussion studio, are members of professional organizations in their specific instrument or vocal societies (PAS, ITG, etc.). Students attend workshops of these professional organizations, and the Department has a limited amount of scholarship money available to help students with costs. The professional fraternities (Phi Mu Alpha and Sigma Alpha Iota) plan service activities for the community-at-large as well as give concerts each semester for the public. They serve the performing faculty and Department with service during all concerts throughout the year. Both professional fraternities have faculty sponsors for appropriate guidance. All students in the degree program are required to be in large ensembles, chamber ensembles, and perform in Recital Class several times each semester. The applied studio syllabus for all instrument areas states the requirements, and this also complies with NASM standards. Throughout the Music Education Professional Sequences, candidates are required to be active in teaching through the techniques, literature, and conducting classes, General Music Methods (MUED 310), Senior Seminar in Music Education (MUED 400), and eventually Student Teaching. These field experiences, recently revised and increased, allow candidates to interact with students in authentic learning situations, provided opportunities to reflect upon teaching and learning, and allow the Department to establish and maintain a relationship with the music community in Northwest Tennessee. Pre-student teaching field experiences occur in Weakley, Obion and Gibson counties. encompasses most counties in the West Tennessee Regions, although mostly in the Northwest Region. Finally, candidates also teach for area high schools in the following situations: band camps, private lessons for middle and high school programs, and church music programs. 7
Field Experience Hours MUED 260 Introduction to Music Education MUED 310 General Music Methods MUED 400 Senior Seminar in Music Education MUS 353, 453 Choral Techniques MUS 431,432 Large Choral Works/Lab MUS 354, 454 Instrumental Techniques MUS 417 Techniques MUED 471, 472 10 Hours Observation 5 Community Service 10 Hours Observation and Teaching 10 Hours Teaching Students with Special Needs 10 Hours Observation and Teaching per course (20 hours total) Entire course is hands on 10 hours Observation and Teaching per course (20 hours total) 10 Hours Observation and Teaching 14 Weeks at elem/sec levels Program Implementation Standards Attached are the degree program outline for the BM in Music Education (K-12 Instrumental/General or Vocal/General Endorsements) presently in effect at UT Martin (see the web catalog for 2010-2011 at: http://www.utm.edu/pdfs/utmartincatalog20102011.pdf. The Curriculum Committee within the Department of Music reviews annually and revises when necessary the current curriculum to the BM degree in Music Education according to the university s general education core. Submissions for degree program changes at UT Martin are due in mid-october of each academic year. 8