Perspectives and Practices of Instrumental Pedagogue Profession 1 (2cr)

Objective

The student understands the significance of constructive and appropriate feedback and assessment in supporting the learning process. The student understands the significance of teacher ergonomics and practices that support overall wellbeing in teachers’ work. The student is familiar with the competence requirements of working life for music educators and their significance for teachers’ professional development. The student understands the basic aspects of remuneration for music educators and their connections to the structures of working life.

Content

The course can be completed via the Open University of Applied Sciences by any musician, music pedagogue, upper secondary student, or music enthusiast interested in the subject. The course deepens thinking in instrumental pedagogy and provides perspectives on the core contents and practices of the instrumental teacher’s profession. Content: assessment and giving feedback, teacher ergonomics and wellbeing at work, competence requirements and remuneration in the working life of a music pedagogue.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass/fail: The student understands the significance of constructive and purposeful feedback and assessment in supporting the learning process. The student understands the importance of ergonomics and holistic wellbeing in a teacher’s work and is able to assess their impact on coping. The student is familiar with the competence requirements of a music pedagogue in working life and is able to examine their significance in professional practice. The student understands the key factors related to the remuneration of a music pedagogue and their connections to working-life structures.