Professional Development of a Music TeacherLaajuus (2 cr)

Objective

The student
• develops their capacity for continuous professional growth and learning in the teaching profession
• has the communication and interaction skills of a teacher and is able to use them in teaching situations
• understands the connections between music and learning in the learning process and applies this knowledge in lesson planning and teaching.

Content

• Professional development of the teacher
• Communication and interaction skills
• Music and learning

Qualifications

The student understands the importance of constructive and appropriate feedback and assessment and can consider their impact on supporting the learning process.

The student understands the significance of practices that support teacher ergonomics and overall wellbeing in the teaching profession and can assess their impact on resilience. The student is familiar with the professional qualifications required of a music teacher and is able to consider their relevance to professional practice.

The student understands the key factors related to the remuneration of music teachers and their relevance in the structures of working life.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• contributes to their professional growth and demonstrates an active approach to developing their skills in the teaching profession
• can effectively utilise communication and interaction skills in teaching situations
• can apply the connections between music and learning in the learning process in lesson planning and implementation.