Early Childhood & Elementary Music Content
Students will articulate what should be taught in early childhood and elementary music including music skills, elements, and concepts.
Developmentally Appropriate Teaching
Students will develop and teach early childhood and elementary music activities and lessons that are developmentally appropriate.
Music Standards
Students will formulate meaningful learning objectives for elementary general music lessons based on the USOE standards and the National Standards in music.
Assessment
Students will select, utilize, and assess methods of evaluation in early childhood and elementary general music.
Professional Development
Students will explore and research special topics in music education such as classroom management, curriculum development, assessment, learners with exceptionalities, arts integration, etc.
Practicum
Students will have the opportunity to observe and teach in the BYU Young Musicians Academy and a local elementary music classroom.