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 Music Education
The Music Education program prepares individuals to teach music in public and private schools, kindergarten through high school. With the completion of the requirements for New Jersey Certification, graduates are eligible to teach general, vocal, and instrumental music in a variety of settings. The program may also provide a foundation for musical leadership in religious and social institutions as well as lead to a career in college teaching. The Music Education Program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Admission to the Music Education Program Students are admitted to the Department of Music, Dance and Theatre based on a performance audition on a primary instrument or voice. Students must also complete placement tests in music theory and piano. This audition usually occurs prior to admittance to the university.
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education requires a minimum of 132 credits of baccalaureate study. In addition to the required music courses, students in this program must successfully complete AUR (All University Requirements) and selected Area Courses. Eligibility for teacher certification by the New Jersey Department of Education is dependent upon completion of the curriculum requirements of the certification program, a cumulative grade point average of 2.75, field experiences, senior internship (student teaching), and a passing score on the Praxis II exam (http://www.ets.org/). Completion of this major prepares one to assume the responsibilities of a public school music teacher or a private music instructor. Continued study may include a master’s degree in music education or music supervision. For courses in this degree program see: Undergraduate Degree Programs
Students who already have a Bachelor’s Degree in Music and wish to obtain a provisional music-teaching certificate must be evaluated by the Music Department for competency in required areas. Additional course work must be completed in order to satisfy requirements for music education certification. All Music Education Majors are required to give at least a one-half hour recital during their 7th semester of applied study. Please see the handbook of the applied area (Piano, Voice, Guitar, Brass Woodwinds, Percussion, Strings) for specific requirements. The MENC (Music Educators National Conference): The National Association for Music Education is the world’s largest arts education association. Through its many programs activities, publications, and conferences, MENC works to promote the value of music education, foster the best possible music education programs in our nation’s schools, and advance music education as a profession.
All music education majors are required to be active members in MENC Chapter 508 during their enrollment at NJCU. Active participation includes attendance at a minimum of two music education conferences, workshops, or lectures per semester.
MENC Collegiate members:
www.menc.org
Discover new teaching methods and techniques
Learn recent advancements and innovations in music education
Expand their network of professional contacts that open doors to job opportunities
Develop leadership skills and gain insight into the professional world.
The Orff Schulwerk Certification Program
The Orff Schulwerk Teacher Training Program (Level I and II) is a highly specialized and comprehensive survey of music concepts, skills, and pedagogical techniques for teaching music. The courses are open to musicians, teachers, music therapists, and qualified educators who have the ability to read and perform music of average difficulty. The courses, taught by certified Orff instructors, are offered for graduate credit or non credit. Graduate credits in Orff Schulwerk may be applied to the Master of Arts in Music Education. NJCU’s Orff Program is approved by the American_Orff_Schulwerk_Association. Orff Schulwerk Level I and Orff Schulwerk Level II Certification Programs are available at New Jersey City University, Monday through Friday, July 23 through August 3, 2007, 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Orff Level II is for individuals who have completed Orff Level I during a previous summer.
Charles Tighe, Level I Basic and Recorder
Judy Sills, Level II Basic and Recorder Judy Lasko, Movement I and II
Class size is limited. Individuals planning to take Orff Level I or Orff Level II must reserve a space (NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE, and EMAIL) with Dr. Warren Mwarren@njcu.edu The course is available for non credit or 3 graduate credits. All participants taking the course (credit or non-credit) will receive the Orff Certificate and 60 hours toward the New Jersey Department of Education 100 hours of professional development. For graduate credit, please call the Office of Graduate Studies (877-NJCGRAD) or http://www.njcu.edu/graduate/grad/default.asp for an application as soon as possible. If you have previously made application with the university, this is not necessary. Orff Schulwerk Teacher Training Level I, MDT 642
or Orff Schulwerk Teacher Training Level II, MDT 643
Non Credit is $700. (Level I or Level II)
3 Graduate Credits (NJ Residents) $1,366.65 3 Graduate Credits (Out of state Residents) $2,278.65 |
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