Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom
Learn about different approaches involved in teaching popular music through the Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Course.
Intermediate
Online
5 Weeks
1,699 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Online Course is the first out of four courses constituting the Music Education for Teachers Specialization. The course will explore the teaching practices and approaches of popular music from culturally rich communities in the United States.
Through the Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Live Course, learners will be introduced to different teaching methods that deal with the basics of improvisation, technology, songwriting, arranging film scores, writing to the strengths of small bands, and music theory online. The course is taught by Krystal Banfield and David Alexis of Berklee College of Music.
Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Certification Course is a 100% online course offered on the Coursera platform. The course follows a flexible pattern and provides learners with tools for evaluating and documenting learning and program progress. After the completion of the course, learners will receive a certificate that can be shared.
The Highlights
- Shareable certificate
- Flexible deadlines
- 100% online
- 7 study hours
- Video lectures
- Academic readings
- Practice exercise
- Discussion forums
- English medium
- Financial aid
- Subtitles in English
Programme Offerings
- Digital Shareable Certificate
- Flexible Deadlines
- 100% Online
- English medium
- English Subtitles
- financial aid
- video lectures
- Academic Readings
- Practice Exercises
- 7 Study Hours
- Discussion Forums.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coursera |
Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Free Structure
| Particulars | Fee Amount in INR |
| Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom- Audit course | Free |
| Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom - 1 month | Rs.1,699/- |
| Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom - 3 months | Rs.3,499/- |
| Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom - 6 months | Rs.5,199/- |
What you will learn
After learning the Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Classes, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:
- Introduction to Improvisation
- Cultural contexts of music
- Basic principles and techniques of songwriting
- Incorporating technology into songwriting
- Contemporary music and core music standards
- Instructional approaches with small ensembles
Who it is for
The Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Course is suitable for anyone who wishes to learn about the teaching techniques of art and music.
Admission Details
Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Online Course:
Step 1: Click on the URL given below - https://www.coursera.org/learn/teaching-popular-music
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll for Free” option and choose the desired option.
Step 3: Fill in the required details and complete the process.
The Syllabus
Videos
Welcome!
Readings
- Connect with Your Classmates
- Course Resources
- Earn A Course Certificate
Assignments
- What Are Your Goals?
- Establishing a Common Language
Discussion Prompt
- Tool-Box Entry #1: About You
Videos
- What You'll Learn in Lesson 1
- Introduction to Improvisation
- Tuning the Ears
- Modeling Conversations Through Sound
- Cultural Contexts
- Cultural Contexts Continued
- Select and Interpret
- Launching Your Web-based Tool Box
Readings
- Student Ensemble Disclaimer
- How to Launch Your Web-Based Tool-Box
Assignments
- Call and Response: Conversations Through Sound15m
- SELF-ASSESSMENT: Lesson 1 Tool-Box
Discussion Prompt
- Lesson 1 Tool-Box Reflection
Videos
- What You'll Learn in Lesson 2
- Basic Principles and Techniques of Songwriting
- Awareness
- Incorporating Technology
- Suggested Objectives and Student Assessments
- Web-Based Tool-Box
Reading
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Assignments
- Songwriting
- SELF-ASSESSMENT: Lesson 2 Tool-Box
Discussion Prompt
- Lesson 2 Tool-Box Reflection
Videos
- What You'll Learn in Lesson 3
- Engaging and Empowering Students
- Integrating Instruments with Tracks
- Suggested Objectives and Student Assessments
- Web-Based Tool-Box
Readings
- Technology and Arrangement
- SELF-ASSESSMENT: Lesson 3 Tool-Box
Discussion Prompt
- Lesson 3 Tool-Box Reflection
Videos
- What You'll Learn in Lesson 4
- Establishing Small Ensembles
- Instructional Approaches
- Informal Learning Practices
- Modeling Instructional Approaches
- Modeling Instructional Approaches Continued
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Suggested Objectives and Student Assessments
- Final Project Overview
- Course Wrap-Up
Readings
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Assignments
- Making the Band
- Our Common Language
Peer Review
- Final Project: Design a Lesson
Discussion Prompt
- Lesson 4 Tool-Box Reflection
Instructors
Berklee College of Music, Boston Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom Online Course will require approximately 7 hours to complete.
The course is administered by the faculty of the Berklee College of Music.
No, learners do not get university credits from the course.
You can click on the Financial Aid option and fill in the application on the official website.
Yes, the course certificate provided to students is shareable.