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Music Pedagogy
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General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: The study programme is designed to educate highly qualified music pedagogues holding the system of professional (musical, educational) and interdisciplinary knowledge, perceiving the process of modern educational change, who are able to efficiently organise, coordinate and improve the processes of music education at various levels and in various sectors of the education system, to effectively develop artistic self-expression of pupils, to participate in implementation of the national policy of education and culture. Learning outcomes: Generic competencies developed: Ability to think constructively and creatively, work in a team, communicate and collaborate. To plan, analyze and reflect on one's learning and pedagogical activities and perspectives of personal and professional development, use information technologies and lead scientific research. Subject specific competencies developed: The ability to purposefully plan and organize the process of musical education: to recognize and assess the individual needs, abilities and progress of students. Modeling learner-oriented educational content, selecting appropriate materials and methods, using the latest digital music technologies. Learning outcomes: After completing the program, the graduate is able to effectively model and qualitatively organize the process of musical education at various levels and sectors of the education system; purposefully form and develop the artistic self-expression and musical culture of schoolchildren; identify and solve emerging problems of professional activity; to carry out scientific research, to initiate communication and cooperation in the implementation of the country's educational and cultural policy. Activities of teaching and learning: During the studies, it is aimed at individualisation, reflexion of the study process. The studying of theoretical subjects applies explanatory, conversational, demonstration methods, while emphasising student-oriented teaching based on solution of problems; during laboratory work, creative methods of discussions, experimental investigation and problem-based teaching are applied; during practical classes, practical skills are being developed, methods of practical tasks, exercises are employed, case analysis is performed, while applying individual and group tasks for investigation, underlining student’s independent work; the method of preparation of projects is used; individual and group consultations proceed. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: A ten-point criteria-based scale and the cumulative scheme of assessment are applied. When employing the cumulative
assessment, learning outcomes are assessed during interim assignments (colloquiums, papers). The tasks for independent work throughout the semester, the assessment criteria of which are presented during the first meeting with students, are assessed by a grade, the final grade is set during the examination session, multiplying separate grades by a weigh coefficient and summing up the result. All assigned tasks must be assessed positively (5 points and more). Aiming to achieve at least the typical (7-8) level of achievements in the subject, students are given a possibility to improve the assessment of the examination after independently studying literature, consulting the teaching staff, while assigning on the agreed time. Written and oral examinations, case analysis, artistic and scientific projects, reports, research work, assessment of own and peers’ works. A ten-point criteria-based scale is applied at the defence of the graduation thesis. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: The scope of the program is 240 credits. Pedagogical studies of the main direction consist of pedagogical studies and a subject (music) module. Pedagogical studies include 70 credits: 40 credits are devoted to theoretical subjects (general pedagogy, general psychology, developmental and pedagogical psychology and inclusive and personalized education; methods of pre-school, primary, secondary, senior and non-formal musical education and the final work of pedagogical studies) and 30 credits are dedicated to pedagogical practice (it is organized in three stages - observational practice, cognitive-continuous practice, educational-continuous practice - and takes place in educational institutions of all levels). The subject (music) module consists of 110 credits: language of music, history of music, folk songs and instrumental music, instrumental music (piano, conducting, school musical instruments) and study of vocal education, etc., musical computer programs and technical equipment, audio media creative laboratory, directing a children's choir and developing artistic leadership and entrepreneurship. And 30 credits are provided for individual study subjects. The remaining credits are used for subjects in other fields. Specialisations: Optional courses: 30 credits are allocated for optional subjects of individual studies. Distinctive features of a study programme: The music pedagogy study program is the only one in the region of Northern Lithuania and is very important in meeting the needs of musical (formal and informal) education. Part of the study program (20 credits) is dedicated to subjects related to digital audio technologies and cultural event’s management. Subjects for individual study also focus on these two areas. Therefore, by purposefully choosing subjects, it is possible to acquire knowledge and skills in the fields of digital sound arranging and cultural event management. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity:
The acquired qualification allows the graduates to teach music at institutions of different type (public and private) and level (pre-school, primary, secondary, high) of both formal and non-formal education, to manage music performing groups at educational and cultural institutions, to organize extra-curricular activities according to the programmes of non-formal education. Access to further study: Access to the second cycle studies upon meeting requirements set by the accepting higher education institution.
