Primary Instrument and Ensemble 1

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1 Primary Instrument and Ensemble 1 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: First 10 Language of instruction: Swedish Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher Programme 19 September 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges The course is offered during the first term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Primary Instrument, Interpretation, Ensemble, Ergonomics for Musicians Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate fundamental skills with his/her primary instrument, utilising ergonomic principles possess a fundamental understanding of artistic interpretation and the ability to apply it to his/her musical performance possess a fundamental knowledge of the relevant repertoire of both his/her primary instrument and the genre demonstrate fundamental skills in ensemble playing demonstrate fundamental skills in rehearsal and memorisation techniques.

2 Course Content Primary instrument studies Ensemble playing Repertoire knowledge Artistic interpretation Ergonomics for musicians Teaching and Assessment Teaching consists mainly of individual lessons/classes, group classes, although guest lectures and workshops may occur. Examination of the course or sub-course takes the form of continuous assessment combined with presentations and concerts. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature and Other Teaching Materials Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

3 Primary Instrument and Ensemble 2 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: First Language of instruction: Swedish 8 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher Programme19 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the second term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Primary Instrument, Interpretation, Ensemble, Ergonomics for Musicians Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate fundamental skills with his/her primary instrument, utilising ergonomic principles demonstrate fundamental awareness and understanding of artistic interpretation demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the relevant repertoire of both his/her primary instrument and the genre demonstrate fundamental skills in ensemble playing demonstrate fundamental skills in rehearsal and memorisation techniques, and the ability to work independently within these areas.

4 Course Contents Primary instrument studies Ensemble playing Repertoire knowledge Artistic interpretation Ergonomics for musicians Teaching and Assessment Teaching consists mainly of individual lessons/classes, group classes, although guest lectures and workshops may occur. Examination of the course or sub-course takes the form of continuous assessment combined with presentations and concerts. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Literature and Other Teaching Materials Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, group work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

5 Primary Instrument and Ensemble 3 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: First Language of instruction: Swedish 8 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 19 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the third term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Primary Instrument, Interpretation, Ensemble, Ergonomics for Musicians Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate fundamental skills with his/her primary instrument, utilising ergonomic principles, as well as possess the ability to reflect upon his/her individual learning process demonstrate fundamental awareness and understanding of artistic interpretation, combined with personal expression possess a fundamental knowledge of the relevant repertoire for his/her primary instrument and be able to apply this knowledge to different genres demonstrate fundamental skills in ensemble playing and musical communication demonstrate fundamental skills in rehearsal and memorisation techniques of works of varying genres. Course Contents Primary instrument studies

6 Ensemble playing Repertoire knowledge Artistic interpretation Ergonomics for musicians Teaching and Assessment Teaching consists mainly of individual lessons/classes, group classes, although guest lectures and workshops may occur. Examination of the course or sub-course takes the form of continuous assessment combined with presentations and concerts. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes for each subject. Admission Requirements Literature and Other Teaching Materials Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule) Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

7 Primary Instrument and Ensemble 4 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: First Language of instruction: Swedish 7 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme19 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the fourth term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Primary Instrument, Interpretation, Ensemble, Ergonomics for Musicians Learning Outcomes The student shall upon completion of the course: demonstrate fundamental skills with his/her primary instrument, utilising ergonomic principles, as well as possess the ability to reflect upon his/her individual musical learning process possess fundamental awareness and understanding of artistic interpretation, combined with personal expression, both in public appearances and educational situations possess a fundamental knowledge of the relevant repertoire of both his/her primary instrument and the genre, and possess the ability to apply this knowledge to various musical contexts demonstrate fundamental skills in ensemble playing and musical communication in various styles, genres and contexts demonstrate fundamental skills in rehearsal and memorisation techniques, and the ability to work deliberately and independently within these areas

8 demonstrate fundamental ability for independent and deliberate musical study, as well as possess the ability to reflect upon his/her personal musical development and progress. Course Content Primary instrument studies Ensemble playing Repertoire knowledge Artistic interpretation Ergonomics for musicians Teaching and Assessment Teaching consists mainly of individual lessons/classes, group classes, although guest lectures and workshops may occur. Examination of the course or sub-course takes the form of continuous assessment combined with presentations and concerts. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Literature and Other Teaching Materials Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule) Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

9 Music and Communication 1 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 10 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 19 September 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or the adult education colleges. The course is offered during the first term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Didactic Ensemble/Ensemble Conducting, Choir/Choir Conducting, Voice, Primary and Secondary Chord Instruments, Eurhythmics as Method, Music Theory, Ear Training Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in the craft of music in instrumental performance, song and music theory use and understand the body s movements and the voice as a means of musical expression and communication give an account of notation as well as basic, subject-related terms and concepts understand the importance of active listening understand and apply leadership at a fundamental level Course Content Didactic ensemble/ensemble conducting Choir/choir conducting Voice Primary and secondary chord instruments

10 Eurhythmics as method Music theory Ear training Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule) Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

11 Music and Communication 2 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 10 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 19 September 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education programme in Music, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or the adult education colleges. The course is offered during the second term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Didactic Ensemble/Ensemble Conducting, Voice, Primary and Secondary Chord Instruments, Music Theory, Ear Training Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in the craft of music in instrumental performance, song and music theory as well as possess the ability to reflect upon his/her individual learning process and motivate his/her personal choices apply and practise notation as well as basic, subject-related terms and concepts demonstrate experience in and an understanding of the importance of active listening understand and apply leadership at a fundamental level understand the connection between the different sub-courses and be able to account for their significance to his/her future career. Course Content Didactic ensemble/ensemble conducting Voice Primary and secondary chord instruments Music theory

12 Ear training Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see appendix). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

13 Music and Communication 3 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 12 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher Programme11 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the third term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Didactic Ensemble/Ensemble Conducting, Primary and Secondary Chord Instruments, Optional Individual Course, Optional Group Course, Music Theory, Ear Training Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in the craft of music in instrumental performance or song, and music theory and, bearing in mind his/her future career, possess the ability for independent application of these skills demonstrate the deliberate application and practice of notation as well as basic, subject-related terms and concepts demonstrate the practice of active listening at a fundamental level and in a communicative manner utilize active listening in his/her musical practice demonstrate a basic understanding of, aptitude for, and insight into the role of leadership, in both educational situations and in an ensemble demonstrate an understanding of the connection between the different sub-courses, reflect upon their interaction, and be able to account for their significance to his/her future career. Course Content Didactic ensemble/ensemble conducting Primary and secondary chord instruments

14 Music theory Ear training Optional individual course Optional group course Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

15 Music and Communication 4 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 7 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 11 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the fourth term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Didactic Ensemble/Ensemble Conducting, Primary and Secondary Chord Instruments, Music Theory, Optional Individual Course, Optional Group Course, Ear Training Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in the craft of music in instrumental performance or song, and music theory and, bearing in mind his/her future career, possess the ability to apply these skills both independently and within a group demonstrate the deliberate application and practice of notation as well as basic, subject-related terms and concepts demonstrate the practice of active listening at a fundamental level and in a deliberately communicative manner utilize active listening in his/her musical practice demonstrate a basic understanding of, aptitude for, and insight into the role of leadership, in both educational situations and in an ensemble demonstrate an understanding of the connection between the different sub-courses, reflect upon their interaction, and be able to account for their significance to his/her future career. Course Content Didactic ensemble/ensemble conducting

16 Primary and secondary chord instruments Music theory Ear training Optional individual course Optional group course Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

17 Methodology, Research and Society 1 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 4 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teachers programme19 September 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the first term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Music and Society, Research Methodology, Media Technology: Texts and Images Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate computer literacy in both word and image processing used to create his/her work placement reports, degree projects, material concerning research methodology, as well as visual presentations in the form of programmes and posters demonstrate the ability to critically review Internet sources, as well as give an account of the regulations concerning copyright law demonstrate the ability to define early musical eras within Western classical music and describe the most important works, different musical formations as well as composers demonstrate the ability to describe the connections between social development, cultural expression and musical evolution as exemplified by the early periods of Western classical music demonstrate the ability to give an account of, and argue for, differing points of view concerning questions regarding the study of instruction and learning, using his/her individual learning process as a point of departure demonstrate the ability to make observations, interviews and keep a journal, as well as provide reflections and reports in conjunction with a short study regarding practice routines.

18 Course Content Music and Society: This course provides a summary of music up until the Baroque period, as well as a more thorough study of Baroque music using works by primarily Bach and Handel. The course continues by illustrating the development of the sonata, concerto, and symphony by the three great composers of Viennese classicism: Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Research Methodology: Various methods for gathering data are introduced in this course, including observation and interview techniques. These methods are put into practice in a small research project concerning the practice routines employed at the. Media technology: This course covers the practical application and editing of texts and digital images taken from various presentations within the programme. Documents having Internet sources will be discussed regarding, in particular, issues of copyright and the critical scrutiny of information. The student will also produce visual material containing information on concerts, projects and more. The fundamental principles concerning source attribution and other regulations concerning academic writing will also be covered. Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Music and Society, Media Technology: Written examination. Research Methodology: Active participation during the sub-course, as well as an oral presentation. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student shall have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

19 Methodology, Research and Society 2 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: First Language of instruction: Swedish Learning Outcomes 7 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme19 September 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or the adult education colleges. The course is offered during the second term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Music and Society, Research Methodology, Development and Learning, Instrumental Methodology On completion of the course the student shall be able to define the latter musical eras within Western classical music and describe the most important works, different musical formations as well as composers give an account of Western classical music s role in modern society formulate a written report based upon his/her experiences of the work placement period, utilising frame factor theory and knowledge acquired during the sub-course Media Technology: Texts and Images, from the first term contemplate his/her individual position regarding various types of leadership models and roles plan and execute occasional teaching exercises in music and arts schools, as well as consider different teaching strategies in order to meet the needs and requirements of music students of various ages and levels of competency reflect upon his/her career choice based upon experiences garnered from the work placement period use different methods and devices to plan and lead activities for children and youth.

20 Course Content Music and Society: The Romantic period s most important musical forms, the characteristics of Impressionism, and the development of modern music, as illustrated by the most well known composers of those eras. Swedish classical music s most important works. Research Methodology: Continued studies in the various methods of data collection. Frame factor theory is introduced to illustrate the various factors that determine and, of necessity, must guide, the teacher s work. This information is used for a report on the work placement period in the second term. Development and Learning: Group psychology, educational leadership, project leadership, as well as leadership and interaction with children and youth. Instrumental Methodology: Different strategies for fundamental instruction in instrument and voice, in conjunction with the work placement period and relevant to the instrument and genre of choice. Work placement period: Two week s placement at a music and arts school combining class observation and teaching. Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Music and Society: Written examination Research Methodology: Written research report. The work placement period will be assessed by the methodology instructor in conjunction with the supervisor. Instrumental Methodology: Continuous assessment combined with a short written assignment. Development and Learning: Active participation during the sub-course, as well as written, oral and musical presentations. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schdule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

21 Methodology, Research and Society 3 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: First 7 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme11 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the third term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Subjects: Music and Society, Research Methodology, Development and Learning, Instrumental Methodology Language of instruction: Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate knowledge of the connection and significance of jazz music in relationship to social, cultural and historical contexts demonstrate familiarity with the most established jazz styles and recognise the most influential performers both domestic and international of these styles consider different teaching strategies in order to meet the needs and requirements of music students of various ages and levels of competency plan and execute an action research project and give an account of the results in a written report reflect upon the relationship between, and application of, practical experience to theoretical principles possess the initiative to independently use different methods and devices to plan and lead activities for children and youth attending music and arts schools. Course Content Music and Society: The history of jazz music in a broad sense, including studies of relevant literature and repertoires.

22 Research Methodology: Plan, execute and evaluate an action research project as well as prepare the method of presenting the study and final report. Reflect upon his/her individual learning process. Development and Learning: Child development (0-12 years), neuropsychology, the musical development of children, methodology part 1. Instrumental Methodology: Independently created and developed strategies and plans for fundamental instrumental or voice training relevant to both instrument and genre. Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Music and Society: Written examination. Research Methodology: Written research report. Instrumental Methodology: Continuous assessment combined with a final, short written assignment. Development and Learning: Active participation during the sub-course, as well as written and oral musical presentations. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule) Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

23 Methodology, Research and Society 4 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: First 8 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme11 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the fourth term of study within the main field of Instrument and Ensemble (IE) that includes folk, jazz, classical and rock music. Subjects: Music and Society, Research Methodology, Development and Learning, Instrumental Methodology Language of instruction: Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate familiarity with the most established styles within the rock and pop genres demonstrate knowledge of the connection and significance of rock and pop music in relationship to social, cultural and historical contexts possess the initiative to independently to use different methods and devices to plan and lead activities for children and youth attending music and arts schools demonstrate the development of his/her pedagogical and didactic skills that can be applied to the creation of productive learning environments for children and youth in music and arts schools demonstrate the ability to plan, execute and evaluate an action research project, give an account of the results in a written report, as well as reflect upon his/her individual learning process Course Content Music and Society:The history of rock and pop music in a broad sense, including studies of relevant literature and repertoires.

24 Research Methodology: Plan, execute and evaluate an action research project, as well as prepare the method of presenting the study and final report. Reflect upon his/her individual learning process. Development and Learning: Child development (0-12 years), neuropsychology, the musical development of children, methodology part 1. Instrumental Methodology: Independently created and developed strategies and plans for fundamental instrumental or voice training relevant to both instrument and genre. Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Music and Society: Written examination. Research Methodology: Written research report. Instrumental Methodology: Continuous assessment combined with a final, short written assignment. Development and Learning: Active participation during the sub-course, as well as written and oral musical presentations. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

25 Educational Studies and Projects 1 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 6 Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 19 June 2008 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specializing in comprehensive and upper-secondary schools. The course is offered during the first term of study and is part of the joint module within the main field of the following programmes: Music Teacher Music (G); Music Teacher with a Secondary Subject (Ga); Music Teacher Instrument and Ensemble (IE). The Teacher s Role 1, Musical Drama Project, Work Placement Introduction Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to analyse and discuss the role of the teacher not only from a historical perspective, but also from his/her individual perspective create and investigate various teaching circumstances and strategies both theoretically and in practice critically observe and review his/her future professional environment reflect upon and apply language development to the programme s different sub-courses through, e.g., improvisation, speech/conversation and in writing work not only with others, but also to assume a leadership position during the creative process at a fundamental level create, organize and execute a musical drama production whereby the course s various components and forms of expression may be integrated differentiate and express the connection between his/her future career and his/her current studies. Course Content The teacher s role 1 Musical drama project Work placement introduction

26 Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

27 School Concert Project Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First 3 Syllabus approved by the Board of Education for Music Teachers, 19 June 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in preschool education, comprehensive and upper-secondary schools, music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the third term of study within the main field for all students. School Concert Project Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall be able to demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the steps required in designing and staging a school concert for the various age groups at a comprehensive school demonstrate a fundamental perception of his/her identity as a musician and the significance of communication in a concert scenario demonstrate the ability to use technical equipment necessary to the production of a school concert. Course Content Program design Stage communication and preparedness Instruction and review of technical equipment Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination.

28 Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.

29 Educational Studies and Projects 2 Course code: Cycle: Higher Education Credits: Details of approval of course Revisions by: Type of course and its place in the educational system: Subjects: Language of instruction: First Syllabus approved by the Education Committee of the Music Teacher programme 19 June 2007 Compulsory course in the Master of Education in Music programme, specialising in preschool education, comprehensive and upper-secondary schools, music schools, upper-secondary aesthetic programmes, or adult education colleges. The course is offered during the fourth term of study within the main field for all music teacher students. The Teacher s Role 2, Seminars, Preschool Project Swedish Learning Outcomes On completion of the course the student shall have acquired firm knowledge of the mechanisms and dynamics of group psych-ology, as well as the significance of the role of leaderhip, in regards to establishing and maintaining an open, smoothly functioning dialogue demonstrate knowledge of the preschool environment as a professional workplace, as well as the ability to communicate with preschool children through music, movement and drama at a basic level be able to reflect on the different work methods introduced in the seminars demonstrate knowledge of various models and viewpoints regarding work that takes student influence into consideration, and demonstrate his/her development in conflict resolution Course Content Exercises in group psychology Communication, leadership, the various roles of the teacher, conflicts regarding roles Student influence and gender perspective specific to the subjects of one s future profession Participation in the seminars with an approach relevant to one s future professional capacity Planning and execution of preschool projects Field work

30 Teaching and Assessment Teaching methods and forms of assessment and examination. Grades Students are awarded one of the following grades: Fail or Pass. To be awarded a Pass for the course in its entirety, the student must have fulfilled the learning outcomes of each subject. Admission Requirements Course acceptance requires the basic eligibility for studies at universities and university colleges in Sweden and successful entrance auditions to the Master of Education in Music programme. Literature Course literature is provided in an appendix (please see schedule). Course Evaluation The course in its entirety will be evaluated upon its completion. General questions concerning learning outcomes, course content, work and teaching methods should be central issues. Important viewpoints and experiences garnered from the sub-course evaluations will be brought up in the course evaluation summary. The minutes and notes from the evaluation shall be brought to the attention of the programme management. The evaluation shall be made public and signed by the course instructor and student council representatives. The information gleaned from the evaluation shall be taken into consideration and followed through in the upcoming course of the following academic term.