Studio Teaching 2 (MUSI90193)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Leon de Bruin: leon.debruin@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Leon de Bruin: leon.debruin@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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Studio Teaching 2 is a subject focused on instrumental and vocal teaching in the private and commercial studio settings, which further builds upon students’ musical skills and knowledge within this context.
Placement
Students are required to complete 15-hours of work experience. Students will be involved in further formal observations of best studio practice, with established teachers, in a range of private and commercial music studios throughout Melbourne in consultation with the Victorian Music Teachers’ Association (VMTA) and other providers. This second work experience will focus on Intermediate level learners and students will have the opportunity to observe specific teaching approaches, methodologies and implementation strategies.
Through participation in compulsory seminars and workshops, students will continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of studio music programs though devising a series of planned learning activities, highlighting their familiarity with age-appropriate resources and repertoire; developing specific teaching strategies for intermediate and advanced learners; exploring a range of teaching tools including the effective integration of ICT, ways to motivate and encourage students through the use of effective feedback and assessing student progress.
Students will have the opportunity to develop practical teaching skills through planning, implementing and evaluating lessons with the opportunity to receive detailed feedback from peers and Melbourne Conservatorium of Music academic staff.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- interpret and evaluate teaching strategies in relation to the sequencing of material within the studio teaching environment;
- demonstrate an ability to reflect upon and comment on varying teaching approaches through the Observation and Teaching Journal, presenting clear evidence of an understanding of teaching practices and methodologies;
- plan, implement and evaluate learning activities which include teaching techniques to meet students' abilities, learning styles, needs and interests including the effective use of ICT;
- plan and present a lesson that will demonstrate knowledge of the teaching and learning process;
- demonstrate a high level of interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collegiately.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- demonstrate the capacity for critical and independent thought and reflection;
- plan effectively to meet preparation deadlines;
- demonstrate skills in evaluative thinking, and in the application of theoretical criteria to practical outcomes; and
- demonstrate analytical skills in the context of verbal and non-verbal communication.
Last updated: 4 March 2025