Music Education (Grades PK-12) (IB/M)
The Music Education Program prepares students to teach music from PK-12 and direct bands, orchestras, and choruses.
Location
- Storrs Campus
Modality
- In Person
Requirements
Music Education majors must complete the following Music courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUSI 1101 | Convocation, Concert and Recital Repertoire | 0 |
| MUSI 1222 | Applied Music | 1-3 |
| MUSI 1311 | Ear Training and Musicianship I | 1 |
| MUSI 1312 | Ear Training and Musicianship II | 1 |
| MUSI 1313 | Harmony I | 3 |
| MUSI 1314 | Harmony II | 3 |
| MUSI 1501 | Applied Music Techniques | 1 |
| MUSI 1701 | Introduction to Music Education | 1 |
| MUSI 3222 | Applied Music, Advanced Course | 6-10 |
| MUSI 3311 | Ear Training and Musicianship III | 1 |
| MUSI 3312 | Ear Training and Musicianship IV | 1 |
| MUSI 3313 | Harmony III | 3 |
| MUSI 3314 | Harmony IV | 3 |
| MUSI 3342 | Arranging for Music Educators | 2 |
| MUSI 3404 | Culture and Context in Western Art Music | 3 |
| MUSI 3405 | Exploring Worlds of Oral/Aural Music Traditions | 3 |
| MUSI 3409 | Masterpieces of Western Music in Historical Context, 1700-1930 | 3 |
| MUSI 3421W | Music, Culture, and Difference in Globalization | 3 |
| MUSI 4731 | Conducting I | 2 |
| MUSI 4732 | Conducting II: Choral | 2 |
| or MUSI 4733 | Conducting II: Instrumental | |
| Total Credits | 43-49 | |
Majors are required to complete MUSI 1231 Class Instruction in Piano or to demonstrate equivalent piano proficiency. Convocation, Applied Music, and Ensemble participation is required each semester (with the exception of the Student Teaching Semester). Four performances representing the student's declared applied emphasis (instrumental or voice) are required. The performances may take place in recital or convocation, where a student may appear as either soloist, chamber musician, or accompanist. Such performances are to be of solo literature, although with permission of the applied teacher, small ensemble literature may be acceptable. Majors must also complete a subject area major consisting of a minimum of 36 credits in courses at the 2000 level or above in music. Up to eight credits of 1000 level courses may be included with prior consent of the faculty advisor.
Professional Education Requirements
In addition, Music Education majors must complete the following Professional Education Requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDCI 3020 | Choral Music Methods | 2 |
| EDCI 3100/3100W | Multicultural Education, Equity and Social Justice | 3 |
| EDCI 3305 | Methods and Clinic in Elementary School Music | 3-4 |
| EDCI 4010 | Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas | 2 |
| EDCI 4210W | Instruction and Curriculum in the Secondary School | 3 |
| EDCI 4250 | Directed Student Teaching | 9 |
| EGEN 3100 | Seminar/Clinic: Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| EGEN 3110 | Seminar/Clinic: The Student in the School Context | 3 |
| EGEN 4100 | Seminar/Clinic: Methods of Teaching | 3 |
| EGEN 4110 | Seminar/Clinic: Analysis of Teaching | 3 |
| EPSY 3010 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EPSY 3110 | Exceptionality | 2 |
| EPSY 3125 | Classroom and Behavior Management | 3 |
| EPSY 4010 | Assessment of Learning | 2 |
| HIST 1501 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| or HIST 1502 | U.S. History Since 1877 | |
| PSYC 1100 | General Psychology I | 3 |
| Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction program | ||
| Total Credits | 50-51 | |
University Common Curriculum Requirements
Every student must meet a set of core requirements to earn a baccalaureate degree, in addition to those required by the student's major course of study and other requirements set by the student's school or college. For more information about these requirements, please see Common Curriculum Requirements.
Neag School of Education Degree Requirements
Students must meet a set of requirements established by the school in addition to the University's Common Curriculum requirements. For more information, see the Neag School of Education section of this catalog.
Learning Objectives
- Apply critical concepts and principles of learner development and learning differences to work effectively with diverse students and their families.
- Apply critical concepts and principles of learner development and learning differences to create safe, supportive, and equitable learning environments for diverse students.
- Apply concepts of their content areas to develop equitable and inclusive learning experiences for diverse students.
- Demonstrate their ability to plan and utilize a variety of instructional and assessment strategies to support diverse students’ learning.
- Evaluate the impact of their choices and actions on others, including students, families, and other professionals, to develop positive professional dispositions and skills.
- Collaborate ethically and effectively with students, families, other professionals and community members to take responsibility for student learning.
Curriculum and Instruction (M.A.)
IBM Concentration in Music Education
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EPSY 5195 | Workshop in Education | 2 |
| EDCI 5092 | Practicum | 3 |
| EDCI 5093 | Advanced Practicum | 4 |
| EDCI 5094 | Seminar | 3 |
| EDCI 5095 | Advanced Seminar | 3 |
| Select three credits from the following: | 3 | |
| Diversity, Culture, and Music Education | ||
| Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition | ||
| Latinos and U.S. Education | ||
| Sheltered English Instruction for English Language Learners | ||
| Language Diversity and Literacy | ||
| Multicultural Education | ||
| Introduction to Critical Pedagogy | ||
| Educational Linguistics | ||
| Teaching for Intercultural Citizenship and Human Rights I | ||
| Teaching for Intercultural Citizenship and Human Rights II | ||
| EDLR 5015 | Teacher Leadership and Organizations | 3 |
| EDCI 5041 | Theoretical Foundations of Music Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 24 | |
IBM Elective Required Courses
EDCI 5040 Popular Music and Informal Education and EDCI 5047 Music Across the Curriculum; or related, approved courses (musical theatre, world music, folk music, etc.) totaling six credits.
Exam/Culminating Portfolio Requirement
Will be directed by the student’s advisor.