Course Description
Survey of current piano teaching philosophies, methods, materials, and their application for private and group instruction. Supervised teaching of beginning piano students.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Dive into the exciting field of Piano Pedagogy with a focus on teaching Beginner and Elementary levels.
- Learn about organizations that support the professional development of Piano/Keyboard teachers, and provide opportunities for students of varying ages and abilities.
- Learn about some of the key figures and concepts of Learning Theory, and explore how they relate to effectively teaching the Piano/Keyboard.
- Understand the basics of Group Keyboard Pedagogy.
- Gain insight into teaching Beginner and Elementary level keyboard students.
- Learn about some of the most widely-used resources available to teachers of Beginner and Elementary keyboard students.
- Observe and learn from local piano teachers working with Beginner and Elementary level students.
- Reflect on how technology and societal changes play a role in the bigger field of music education.
- Learn bonus tips–at the conclusion of many class meetings–that are not included in most pedagogy resources!
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Performances and Notes | 20% |
| Class Participation/Engagement | 20% |
| Teacher Observation Reflections | 20% |
| Final Project | 20% |
| Final Project Presentation | 20% |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.