Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom
$49
ENROLL NOWCourse Overview
What You'll Learn
- Students in the course will learn teaching methods that engage youth with the basics of improvisation, technology, songwriting, arranging film score, and writing to the strengths of small bands.
- The course models how to integrate principles of authentic cultural relevance and positive youth development with contemporary music instruction, while providing tools for assessing and documenting learning and program progress.
- Students in the course will refine their own pedagogical skills, applying principles of contemporary music instruction.
Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom explores approaches to teaching popular music from culturally rich communities in the United States. Students in the course will learn teaching methods that engage youth with the basics of improvisation, technology, songwriting, arranging film score, and writing to the strengths of small bands. The course models how to integrate principles of authentic cultural relevance and positive youth development with contemporary music instruction, while providing tools for assessing and documenting learning and program progress. Students in the course will refine their own pedagogical skills, applying principles of contemporary music instruction. Content and approaches are intended for secondary music programs, but can be adapted for elementary grade levels. All lessons are based in core standards for music education with recommendations for assessments.
Course FAQs
Is this an accredited online course?
Accreditation for 'Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom' is determined by the provider, Berklee. For online college courses or degree programs, we strongly recommend you verify the accreditation status directly on the provider's website to ensure it meets your requirements.
Can this course be used for continuing education credits?
Many of the courses listed on our platform are suitable for professional continuing education. However, acceptance for credit varies by state and licensing board. Please confirm with your board and {course.provider} that this specific course qualifies.
How do I enroll in this online school program?
To enroll, click the 'ENROLL NOW' button on this page. You will be taken to the official page for 'Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom' on the Berklee online class platform, where you can complete your registration.
