Placement in rural districts are to be only with music teachers that hold a certification endorsement in music. Student Populations Current shortage of certified music teachers have created a population of students that need to pick up a small number of undergraduate method and technique classes in music prior to graduate work. Currently these classes are offered over a 3-year period. To meet their needs a summer offering of 10 credits music methods and techniques should be considered. Student Barriers Program start dates do not allow students to work or take needed coursework during the summer.
Program is too long as envisioned.
Start at beginning of Public School year with foundation and internship. Finish capstone course by the end of the school year. This provides support for the 1 st year teacher and a feedback loop to UAA for future curriculum development. Advisory Note Music Dept. Goal is to apply methods knowledge with beginning students.