MUSICED 3020 - Music Education 3B

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

This course investigates aspects of developing musical perception and critical listening skills. The importance of listening and appraisal in overall musical development will be explored and historical perspectives on approaches to perception and listening will be discussed. The cultural context of music is an important part of critical listening, and music from a wide range of cultures, including Australian indigenous music, will be explored. The course includes a component on the orchestral brass family, in which students will gain experience in writing for and playing brass instruments, and develop an understanding of teaching methodology for brass instruments.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code MUSICED 3020
    Course Music Education 3B
    Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music
    Term Semester 2
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N
    Prerequisites MUSICED 3010
    Incompatible MUSED 3002
    Restrictions Available to Bachelor of Music students only
    Quota 20
    Course Description This course investigates aspects of developing musical perception and critical listening skills. The importance of listening and appraisal in overall musical development will be explored and historical perspectives on approaches to perception and listening will be discussed. The cultural context of music is an important part of critical listening, and music from a wide range of cultures, including Australian indigenous music, will be explored. The course includes a component on the orchestral brass family, in which students will gain experience in writing for and playing brass instruments, and develop an understanding of teaching methodology for brass instruments.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Jennifer Rosevear

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes

    The objectives of this course are to develop knowledge and understanding of:

    1. Musical perception and the process of listening to music
    2. How musical preferences can be developed
    3. The importance of the cultural context of music, including Australian indigenous music
    4. Historical perspectives on the teaching of critical listening skills
    5. Software and online resources for development music listening skills
    6. Writing and playing orchestral brass instruments
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1, 2, 3, 6
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 3
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 5
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1, 2, 3, 4
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 3
  • Learning Resources
    Online Learning

    MyUni will be used to provide lecture notes and other course materials, and information about relevant resources. Myuni will be used to assist communication.

  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes

    The approach includes discussion of assigned readings and the opportunity for students to explore particular questions and to report their findings on aspects of the various topics. Students will be able to develop some basic practical skills on an orchestral brass instrument, and to write music for beginner brass ensembles.

    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    3 hours per week contact 
    = 36 hours per semester

    4 hours per week independent study
    = 48 hours per semester

    6 hours per week reading, assignment preparation
    = 72 hours per semester
    = 156 hours per semester

    Learning Activities Summary

    Main topics:

    1. Musical perception and the process of listening to music
    2. How musical preferences can be developed
    3. Music in its cultural context
    4. Introduction to Australian indigenous music
    5. Historical perspectives on the teaching of critical listening skills
    6. Uses of music technology in developing listening skills
    7. Capabilities of orchestral brass instruments
    8. Writing for brass instruments and beginner brass ensembles
    9. The development of basic practical skills on a brass instrument
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary

    Summative Assessment:
    Class presentation 1 - 20% Obj 1, 2

    Class presentation 2 - 20% Obj 3, 4

    Research report - 1500 words - 30% Obj 1, 2, 3, 4

    Software review - 10% Obj 5

    Brass folio - 20% Obj 6

    Assessment Related Requirements

    A minimum of 50% Pass is required for the Research Report assessment task.

    Assessment Detail

    In the first class presentation, students will present a listening-based project. In the second presentation, students will present a project based around a non-western music example. In the research report component, students will undertake a small research project based around listening, and prepare a report where they present their findings using a framework drawn from relevant music education literature. The Software Review will enable students to be aware of relevant resources to support music listening. In the Brass Folio students will be expected to develop their knowledge of resources for the teaching of brass instruments and to demonstrate their capability to write for brass instruments.

    Submission

    Detailed assessment requirements will be provided for each assessment task, including information about method of submission for each task.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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