Teaching and Learning Music 6Laajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student can analyse pedagogical situations and group processes and learning beyond the level of visible activities and are able to reflect on possible pedagogical pathways and different pedagogical experiences in a specific situation. They can utilise appropriate information and knowledge concerning music education from various sources to deepen their pedagogical thinking that underpins their learner-centred, inclusive and holistic music education practice. They understand the significance of pedagogical choices and approaches in music education and recognise the underlying values and thinking behind them. They are able to apply their knowledge and skills in practice and direct their learning in collaborative process. The student can reflect on their own learning trajectory in a way to become professional music educators. They can develop skills to direct their own continuing professional development and create networks.

Content

Learning occurs through participatory and creative group work, lectures, discussions, guided assignments both individually and in small groups, learning diary, written assignments based on literature and participation in the projects in collaboration with working life. The cornerstones are facilitated reflection and sharing one´s experiences in the group of peers.

Qualifications

See competence goals for the Learning and Teaching Music 5 course. Individual assignments or learning tracks can be created according to recognised prior experiential learning.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment is based on continuous evaluation of group work, given assignments, participation in the projects and the achieved learning in accordance with the learning outcomes of the course.