Courses
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CFA FA 550: Arts Internship
Designed to allow sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the Arts Leadership Minor to receive course credit while working in a professional setting. Internships provide exposure to a workplace environment and offer the opportunity to use creative problem solving skills. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub areas: The Individual in Community, Digital/Multimedia Expression. -
CFA ME 203: Introduction to Music Teaching and Learning
Development of a personal orientation to music teaching and learning through course readings, discussions, observations of varied music teaching contexts, and peer teaching experiences. Critical exploration of contemporary music education practices. Includes an exploration of music teacher identity and an overview of the historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations of music education. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Philosophical Inquiry and Life's Meanings. -
CFA ME 306: Elementary General Music Methods
Use research and theory on musical development to select instructional approaches, plan learning activities, and create assessments for kindergarten through grade 5 general music. Practice pedagogical skills in class and in field placements. Required for Music Education Majors who seek licensure. 4 cr. This course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: The Individual in Community, Teamwork/Collaboration. -
CFA ME 307: Secondary General Music Methods
Philosophical foundations and objectives of music programs in grades 5 through 12. Development of teaching materials and presentation of representative lessons; techniques of analysis and evaluation. Learners will participate in a semester-long Living Learning Community alongside Boston- residents as a way to study local and global issues that may be addressed by art educators 2cr. [Required for Music Education Majors.] Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy. -
CFA ME 330: Music Education Lab Instrumental 1
This laboratory is designed to prepare students to provide group instruction in instrumental music. Students will progress through a variety of rehearsal techniques (including adaptations) related to teaching grade 0.5-2 (beginning) music for bands and orchestras. -
CFA ME 331: Music Education Lab Choral (Elementary/Middle School)
Choral lab students will engage in peer teaching. Student learning outcomes include upper elementary and middle school choral repertoire, rehearsal strategies, conducting, Professional Standards for Teachers, differentiated instruction, and strategies for incorporating English Language Learners. (3 credits) -
CFA ME 344: Technology for Musicians
Students will obtain essential skills in technologies to support music careers. Topics will include computer notation, audio and MIDI recording and editing, document design, self-promotion and responsible uses of social media. Students will also explore technologically enhanced and supported performance. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Digital/Multimedia Expression. -
CFA ME 382: Intro to Access and Equity in Music Education
This class will focus on differentiated instruction in the music classroom. Students will learn to develop pedagogical strategies for teaching students who are English Language Learners, have developmental disabilities, exhibit social/emotional issues, or have advanced musical abilities and interests. -
CFA ME 383: JZ HS&PRF TECH1
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CFA ME 411: Practicum 1 K-5
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licens ure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a cumulative GPA of 2.7, and pass the MTEL exams. - Pre-K-5. Supervised student teaching in grades K-5, weekly seminar, individual conferences with University supervisor. Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licensure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a minimum CUM GPA of 2.70, and pass the Massachusetts Tests for Teacher Licensure (MTEL).Six weeks; minimum 150 hours required. 4 cr. each semester. -
CFA ME 412: Practicum 2 5-8
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licens ure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a cumulative GPA of 2.7, and pass the MTEL exams. - Supervised student teaching in 5-8; weekly seminar, minimum of 150 clock hours; weekly seminar; individual conferences with University supervisor. Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licensure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a minimum CUM GPA of 2.70, and pass the Massachusetts Tests for Teacher Licensure (MTEL). 4 cr. each semester. -
CFA ME 413: Practicum 3 8-12
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licens ure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a cumulative GPA of 2.7, and pass the MTEL exams. - Supervised student teaching in grades 8 through 12; six weeks, minimum of 150 clock hours; weekly seminar; individual conferences with University supervisor. Prior to student teaching practicum, students must complete all licensure courses with a grade of C or higher, earn a minimum CUM GPA of 2.70, and pass the Massachusetts Tests for Teacher Licensure (MTEL). 4 cr. each semester. -
CFA ME 430: Music Education Lab Instrumental 2
This laboratory is designed to prepare students to provide group instruction in instrumental music. Students will progress through a variety of rehearsal techniques (including adaptations) related to teaching grade 3-4 (intermediate) music for bands and orchestras. -
CFA ME 431: Music Education Lab Choral (High School)
Choral lab students will engage in peer teaching. Student learning outcomes include upper middle and high school choral repertoire, rehearsal strategies, conducting, Professional Standards for Teachers, differentiated instruction, and strategies for incorporating English Language Learners. -
CFA ME 460: Special Topics in Music Education
Topics will vary by semester. Topics include such diverse areas as teaching marching band, beginning jazz improvisation, producing musicals, etc. 1 credit, repeatable to a maximum of 5 credits. -
CFA ME 499: Independent Study: Undergraduates
Individual projects arranged between undergraduate students and faculty, often in areas outside of the regular curriculum. Plans must be submitted in advance of registration. Variable credit. -
CFA ME 506: Elementary General Music Methods
Use research and theory on musical development to select instructional approaches, plan learning activities, and create assessments for kindergarten through grade 5 general music. Practice pedagogical skills in class and in field placements. Required for Music Education Majors who seek licensure. 4 cr. This course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: The Individual in Community, Teamwork/Collaboration. -
CFA ME 507: Secondary General Music Methods
Philosophical foundations and objectives of music programs in grades 5 through 12. Development of teaching materials and presentation of representative lessons; techniques of analysis and evaluation. Learners will participate in a semester-long Living Learning Community alongside Boston- residents as a way to study local and global issues that may be addressed by art educators 2cr. [Required for Music Education Majors.] Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy. -
CFA ME 513: Instrumental Lab Ensemble Non-Licensure
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CFA ME 530: Music Education Lab Instrumental 3
This laboratory is designed to prepare students to provide group instruction in instrumental music. Students will progress through a variety of rehearsal techniques (including adaptations) related to teaching grade 4-5 (intermediate-advanced) music for bands and orchestras.
