Students teach actual music lesson in class and in the field under faculty supervision. It is recommended that students complete SP273 or SP274 before taking ME295. Based on the study of the secondary school student's interests and needs, this course deals extensively with middle and senior high school music curricula, the general music class, ensembles, rehearsal and performance techniques, and the music teacher and music program in the school and community. It is recommended that students complete SP273 or SP274 before taking ME395. Reference is made to the similarities between the teaching of reading and the teaching of music reading.
Practical experience is included.
An internship in directed full-time teaching, supervised by department members and carried out under approved cooperating teachers. Satisfaction of all requirements of the Piano Proficiency Test. A minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average. Demonstrated aptitude, motivation, and potential for success in teaching. Music Education Department approval.