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Music Pedagogy in Early ChildhoodLaajuus (9 cr)

Code: KP00CC93

Credits

9 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Responsible person

  • Leena Kangastalo

Objective

The purpose of the course is that you familiarise yourself with the music education of children under school age. You are able to use and apply the working methods and methods of music education in different guidance situations, taking into account the principles of participation. You understand the experiential and holistic approach of goal-oriented music education. You are able to guide the basics of playing and co-playing sessions for learners of different ages and backgrounds. You practice making your own singing and arrangements.

You understand the ethical and entrepreneurial nature of the teaching profession and evaluate your own and others' competence constructively and realistically.

Content

Course content:
Musical/general goals in teaching
Working methods and methods of music education
Elementary teaching of playing and ensemble music in various activity groups
Songwriting and arranging
Learner-centred and experiential learning
Planning of teaching taking into account the age and level of development of the child.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved:
You understand the holistic approach to music education in class discussions and written assignments. You are able to plan and implement goal-oriented music activities in a versatile manner using and applying the working methods and methods of music education. You demonstrate your competence in a versatile manner in written and practical exercises. You demonstrate mature self-assessment and development skills in demonstrations and practice.