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Teacher Education Licensure:
Vocal Music Education (K-12)

Teachers in this area have developed the skills and gained the experience needed to lead choral ensembles and to teach general music classes for grades K-12. In addition to building their own musical skills, they have learned the musical pedagogy that will help them transfer those skills to their learners. Explore our undergraduate major option.  

As a student of the Teacher Education program at the University of St. Thomas, you will gain:

  • Gain the knowledge and skills to have a positive impact on students in the K-12 classroom
  • Become part of a supportive network of fellow students, alumni and faculty that will inspire and sustain you throughout your career
  • Learn from expert faculty currently active in the K-12 classroom who are here to help you shape your path to your own classroom


What you can earn

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Where you'll learn

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  • On-campus (St. Thomas)

 

 

 

When you can start

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  • Fall semester begins: September 4, 2013
  • Spring semester begins: February 3, 2014

 

 



Questions about this program

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Ea Porter

Enrollment Advisor

651-962-4657

celc@stthomas.edu

Program Details

For the License

TEGR 510 Education’s Place in Society & Field Experience I
3 Credits

Critical analysis of education’s place in today’s rapidly changing society. Focus is on the understanding of education from historic, philosophic and social perspectives and the impact of those perspectives on current practice. The course includes a guided, reflective, in-school field experience.

TEGR 512 Human Relations and Multicultural Education
3 Credits

Designed to assist persons in modeling appropriate multicultural, gender-fair values and actions through awareness of the crucial role of teachers in influencing positive, systemic change on critical social issues of personal growth, human interaction feedback and interpersonal relations. Fulfills Minnesota Human Relations requirement.

TEGR 530 Psychology for Teaching and Learning
3 Credits

This graduate-level course integrates psychological principles with strategies for effective instruction. Prospective K-12 teachers explore the scientific knowledge base that underlies good teaching practices and learn to apply the principles of educational psychology to their own learning and future teaching. Participants study standards-based instruction, performance-enhancing assessment strategies, technology-assisted teaching and learning, and a variety of means of meeting the diverse needs of learners. Through reading, discussion, classroom simulations, school observations and microteaching demonstrations, participants analyze and personalize good practice. Includes research into effective teaching and learning models and guided clinical experiences. Prerequisite: TEGR 510. Concurrent registration with TEGR 532.

TEGR 532 Field Experience II: Learning & Teaching
1 Credit

The University of St. Thomas Teacher Education program utilizes a progression of structured, in-school field experiences to expand the vision and professionalism of program candidates. Field experiences are designed to complement university classroom learning by providing opportunities for candidates to practice the knowledge, skills and dispositions of effective educators across the grade ranges for which they will be licensed and with diverse student populations. The second formal field experience is a 30-hour guided, reflective, in-school field experience that focuses on questions involving the exploration of learning and teaching:  Who are the learners and how do they learn?  In what ways are they diverse?  What general approaches can I use to meet each learner’s needs? How can I maximize this opportunity to help me develop as a professional?
Prerequisites: TEGR 510, TEGR 511. Concurrent registration with TEGR 530. Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.

SPED 750 Survey of Exceptionality
3 Credits

Provides an overview of special education and the specific categories of exceptionality. Examines the history, theories, legal mandates, definitions and terminology related to special education. Identifies roles and responsibilities of general and special education professionals. Characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities are explored. These include but are not limited to: gifted and talented, learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, developmental disabilities, sensory disabilities, early childhood special education, autism spectrum disorders and speech and language disorders or differences.

EDUC 207 Early Elementary Music Methods PK-2
UG Credits

Contemporary music pedagogy for children in pre-Kindergarten through Grade 2. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lesssons and classroom environments for effectvie music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to Grades pre K-2 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: soprano recorder and lap dulcimer. Offered spring of odd numbered years. Taken concurrently with MUSC 341.

EDUC 307 Intermediate Elementary Music Methods 3-5
UG Credits

 
Contemporary music pedagogy for children in grades 3-5. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 3-5 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: autoharp; pitched and unpitched percussion. Offered fall of odd numbered years. Prerequisite: EDUC 207 and MUSC 341; concurrent registration with EDUC 383

EDUC 314 Secondary Music Methods 6-12
UG Credits

Contemprary music pedagogy for children in grades 6-8. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 6-8 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: guitar, small ensembles, beginning arranging. Offered spring of even numbered years.

EDUC 418 Choral/Instrumental Music Methods
UG Credits

Contemporary music pedagogy for children in grades 9-12. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 9-12 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: advanced electronic applications, advanced arranging, non-traditional ensembles. Offered fall of even years. Prerequisite: EDUC 314

TEGR 542 Field Experience III: (K-12) Music
1 Credit

The University of St. Thomas Teacher Education program utilizes a progression of structured, in-school field experiences to expand the vision and professionalism of program candidates. Field experiences are designed to complement university classroom learning by providing opportunities for candidates to practice the knowledge, skills and dispositions of effective educators across the grade ranges for which they will be licensed and with diverse student populations. This field experience focuses on questions involving the role of curriculum and instruction: What determines my curriculum choices? Why am I teaching what I’m teaching? What strategies can I use to differentiate instruction for diverse learners? How do I assess student learning? How can I maximize this opportunity to help me develop as a professional?

TEGR 660 Clinical Practice & Seminar: Student Teaching
7 Credits

As the culminating experience of the graduate teacher licensure program, student teaching provides the opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and skills of teaching and learning in a classroom setting. Accompanying seminars encourage students to reflect upon the experience and to increase their repertoire of strategies for dealing with topical, relevant issues. Student teaching is a full-time commitment under the supervision of university and school-based professionals. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all other required licensure coursework, Unconditional Admission to the Teacher Education Program, Admission to student teaching.

Vocal Music Licensure Requirements (if not taken as undergraduate)
Varies

EDUC 110   Introduction to Music Education MUSC 213   Music Theory III
EDUC 176   German Diction for Singers MUSC 214  Music Theory IV
EDUC 177   French Diction for Singers MUSC 231   Introductuon to Conducting I
EDUC 324   Teaching Techniques for the String Family MUSC 232   Introductuon to Conducting II
EDUC 362   Vocal Pedagogy for Singers MUSC 233   Music of the World: Aural and Written Traditions
MUSC 355   Advanced Conducting and Materials: Vocal Concentration MUSC 341 Theory Elective: Musicianship Pedagogy for Music Educators
MUSC 001   Student Convocation Hour (6 semesters) MUSC 411  History and Literature of Music I
MUSC 101   Piano Skills I MUSC 412  History and Literature of Music II
MUSC 102   Piano Skills II

Either MUSN 142 Ensemble or MUSN 160 Ensemble (6 semesters)
MUSC 113   Music Theory I MUSP 103  Skills for Piano Proficiency * piano majors only
MUSC 114   Music Theory II MUSP 3xx   Performace Studies (6 semesters)
MUSC 133   Music of the U.S.: Aural and Written Traditions MUSR 200   Piano Proficiency
MUSC 140   Music Media MUSR 270   Level I Recital
MUSC 201   Piano Skills III MUSR 350   Level II Recital
MUSC 202   Piano Skills IV PHYS 105   Musical Acoustics

TOTAL 21+ Credits

For the License + Master of Arts (M.A.)

TEGR 510 Education’s Place in Society & Field Experience I
3 Credits

Critical analysis of education’s place in today’s rapidly changing society. Focus is on the understanding of education from historic, philosophic and social perspectives and the impact of those perspectives on current practice. The course includes a guided, reflective, in-school field experience.

TEGR 512 Human Relations and Multicultural Education
3 Credits

Designed to assist persons in modeling appropriate multicultural, gender-fair values and actions through awareness of the crucial role of teachers in influencing positive, systemic change on critical social issues of personal growth, human interaction feedback and interpersonal relations. Fulfills Minnesota Human Relations requirement.

TEGR 530 Psychology for Teaching and Learning
3 Credits

This graduate-level course integrates psychological principles with strategies for effective instruction. Prospective K-12 teachers explore the scientific knowledge base that underlies good teaching practices and learn to apply the principles of educational psychology to their own learning and future teaching. Participants study standards-based instruction, performance-enhancing assessment strategies, technology-assisted teaching and learning, and a variety of means of meeting the diverse needs of learners. Through reading, discussion, classroom simulations, school observations and microteaching demonstrations, participants analyze and personalize good practice. Includes research into effective teaching and learning models and guided clinical experiences. Prerequisite: TEGR 510. Concurrent registration with TEGR 532.

TEGR 532 Field Experience II: Learning & Teaching
1 Credit

The University of St. Thomas Teacher Education program utilizes a progression of structured, in-school field experiences to expand the vision and professionalism of program candidates. Field experiences are designed to complement university classroom learning by providing opportunities for candidates to practice the knowledge, skills and dispositions of effective educators across the grade ranges for which they will be licensed and with diverse student populations. The second formal field experience is a 30-hour guided, reflective, in-school field experience that focuses on questions involving the exploration of learning and teaching:  Who are the learners and how do they learn?  In what ways are they diverse?  What general approaches can I use to meet each learner’s needs? How can I maximize this opportunity to help me develop as a professional?
Prerequisites: TEGR 510, TEGR 511. Concurrent registration with TEGR 530. Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.

SPED 750 Survey of Exceptionality
3 Credits

Provides an overview of special education and the specific categories of exceptionality. Examines the history, theories, legal mandates, definitions and terminology related to special education. Identifies roles and responsibilities of general and special education professionals. Characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities are explored. These include but are not limited to: gifted and talented, learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, developmental disabilities, sensory disabilities, early childhood special education, autism spectrum disorders and speech and language disorders or differences.

EDUC 207 Early Elementary Music Methods PK-2
UG Credits

Contemporary music pedagogy for children in pre-Kindergarten through Grade 2. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lesssons and classroom environments for effectvie music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to Grades pre K-2 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: soprano recorder and lap dulcimer. Offered spring of odd numbered years. Taken concurrently with MUSC 341.

EDUC 307 Intermediate Elementary Music Methods 3-5
UG Credits

 
Contemporary music pedagogy for children in grades 3-5. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 3-5 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: autoharp; pitched and unpitched percussion. Offered fall of odd numbered years. Prerequisite: EDUC 207 and MUSC 341; concurrent registration with EDUC 383

EDUC 314 Secondary Music Methods 6-12
UG Credits

Contemprary music pedagogy for children in grades 6-8. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 6-8 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: guitar, small ensembles, beginning arranging. Offered spring of even numbered years.

EDUC 418 Choral/Instrumental Music Methods
UG Credits

Contemporary music pedagogy for children in grades 9-12. Examination of goals, objectives, diverse music repertoire, spiral curriculum content and skill development, strategies, materials, and methods. Study of learning styles, developmental stages, and culturally sensitive materials. Designing lessons and classroom environments for effective music teaching and learning. Techniques for classroom management and discipline. National and state standards for music education relative to grades 9-12 music curricula. Emphasis on artistic teaching. Instrument lab meets one hour per week: advanced electronic applications, advanced arranging, non-traditional ensembles. Offered fall of even years. Prerequisite: EDUC 314

TEGR 542 Field Experience III: (K-12) Music
1 Credit

The University of St. Thomas Teacher Education program utilizes a progression of structured, in-school field experiences to expand the vision and professionalism of program candidates. Field experiences are designed to complement university classroom learning by providing opportunities for candidates to practice the knowledge, skills and dispositions of effective educators across the grade ranges for which they will be licensed and with diverse student populations. This field experience focuses on questions involving the role of curriculum and instruction: What determines my curriculum choices? Why am I teaching what I’m teaching? What strategies can I use to differentiate instruction for diverse learners? How do I assess student learning? How can I maximize this opportunity to help me develop as a professional?

TEGR 660 Clinical Practice & Seminar: Student Teaching
7 Credits

As the culminating experience of the graduate teacher licensure program, student teaching provides the opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and skills of teaching and learning in a classroom setting. Accompanying seminars encourage students to reflect upon the experience and to increase their repertoire of strategies for dealing with topical, relevant issues. Student teaching is a full-time commitment under the supervision of university and school-based professionals. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all other required licensure coursework, Unconditional Admission to the Teacher Education Program, Admission to student teaching.

Vocal Music Licensure Requirements (if not taken as undergraduate)
Varies

EDUC 110 Introduction to Music Education MUSC 213 Music Theory III
EDUC 176 German Diction for Singers MUSC 214 Music Theory IV
EDUC 177 French Diction for Singers MUSC 231 Introductuon to Conducting I
EDUC 324 Teaching Techniques for the String Family MUSC 232 Introductuon to Conducting II
EDUC 362 Vocal Pedagogy for Singers MUSC 233 Music of the World: Aural and Written Traditions
MUSC 355 Advanced Conducting and Materials: Vocal Concentration MUSC 341 Theory Elective: Musicianship Pedagogy for Music Educators
MUSC 001 Student Convocation Hour (6 semesters) MUSC 411 History and Literature of Music I
MUSC 101 Piano Skills I MUSC 412 History and Literature of Music II
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II

Either MUSN 142 or MUSN 160 Ensemble (6 semesters)
MUSC 113 Music Theory I MUSP 103 Skills for Piano Proficiency * piano majors only
MUSC 114 Music Theory II MUSP 3xx Performace Studies (6 semesters)
MUSC 133 Music of the U.S.: Aural and Written Traditions MUSR 200 Piano Proficiency
MUSC 140 Music Media MUSR 270 Level I Recital
MUSC 201 Piano Skills III MUSR 350 Level II Recital
MUSC 202 Piano Skills IV PHYS 105 Musical Acoustics

CIED 500 Principles of Educational Research
3 Credits

Methods of descriptive and experimental research, basic statistical theory and application, orientation to library resources, development of significant research methodology.

Electives
10 Credits

10 credits determined by student's academic advisor (CIED 500-999 and SPED 500-999)

TOTAL 34+ Credits

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Seehwa Cho, Ph.D.

Associate Professor (651) 962-4434
MOH 312 | Opus Hall

Jan Frank, Ph.D.

Associate Professor | Department Chair: Teacher Education (651) 962-4446
MOH 306 | Opus Hall

Debbie Monson, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor (651) 962-4443
MOH 304 | Opus Hall

Robert J. Nistler, Ph.D.

Associate Professor (651) 962-4426
MOH 307 | Opus Hall

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Amy F. Smith, Ph.D.

Associate Professor (651) 962-4445
MOH 313 | Opus Hall

Douglas F. Warring, Ph.D.

Professor | Director of Continuing Education (651) 962-4877
MOH 314 | Opus Hall

Rosemary Barreto

Teacher Education, Department Assistant (651) 962-4420
MOH 305 | Opus Hall

Carole Koch

Assessment Coordinator, Department of Teacher Education (651) 962-4468
MOH 311 | Opus Hall

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Sue Kasun, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Teacher Education (651) 962-4811
MOH 308

Muffet Trout, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor Teacher Education Department (651) 962-4424
MOH 303

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John Melick

Director of Field Experiences & Clinical Practice, Department of Teacher Education (651) 962-4424
MOH 310

 
 

Ongoing Professional Development
Whether networking with leaders in the field of education reform, acquiring new tools to identify early warning signs of mental illness in your classroom, or simply catching up on the latest offerings in children’s literature, annual events and conferences in the College of Education, Leadership & Counseling offer a variety of networking and professional development opportunities. Most events include a CEU component. In addition to annual events, the College also houses a robust continuing education department to help you meet your re-licensure requirements.
 

Mentored Clinical Practice

The dedicated faculty and staff in the Teacher Education program will work with you to ensure that your clinical practice experience (student teaching) will meet your needs and facilitate your growth, both personally and professionally. Throughout your time student teaching, regularly scheduled seminars with faculty and peers offer the opportunity to form a strong professional network as you prepare to enter the field.

 

Community Partnerships

The College of Education, Leadership & Counseling takes pride in engaging in innovative partnerships with a variety of organizations. Students in the College of Education, Leadership & Counseling will find many opportunities for professional growth as a result of working these organizations. Partnership examples include the Northwest Suburban Integration District, Center for Academics and Sports, FAIR School and the Collaborative Urban Educators program. 

 

The Value of a St. Thomas Degree

Calculating the cost of your degree can be challenging, as every institution approaches it a bit differently. At St. Thomas, we list our tuition cost as cost per credit:

  • Each course can be 1-3 semester credits, but the standard course is 3 credits.  
  • A typical part-time student in our graduate programs takes 3-6 credits per term.
  • To view the total number of credits per program you can view the courses tab above.

It may be possible for you to receive some type of financial assistance. To learn more, please visit our Graduate Financial Aid page.

We offer our students much more than just a degree. We offer the chance to be a part of a personal and professional network like no other, which means your graduate education will enrich your life and career long into the future.




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Cost

Education (M.A., Ed.S., Certificate, Licensure)

On-campus Tuition (per credit) $763
Books and materials
(estimate per course) $150-250
One-time application fee $50

1 | Meet the Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a regionally accredited institution
  • A cumulative minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 3.0 (4.0 scale) or the successful completion of a graduate level program from another institution

If you do not meet the above requirement(s), you may be eligible for special admission, which requires:

  • A cumulative minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 2.75 (4.0 scale)
  • The completion of a standardized test, such as the Miller Analogies Test (MAT), GRE, GMAT or LSAT A possible interview with an admissions person/committee

2 | Submit the following application materials:

  • Application form and one-time $50 application fee
  • Two positive letters of reference from non-related individuals
  • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas)
  • Personal statement
  • Transcript Review: All Teacher Education applicants seeking licensure must have a transcript review completed.  Official transcripts from all previous institutions are required.  There is a $25 fee per content area review.  Please contact the Teacher Education Department to request a transcript review form.  Email to  barr7879@stthomas.edu.

3 |  Submit the supplementary materials:

  • Initial Licensure:  MTLE Basic Skills required by the end of an initial teacher licensure candidate's first semester of coursework.
  • International Applicants:  (1) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for any candidate whose primary language is not English. (2) Transcript Review: All international transcripts must be reviewed by an accredited evaluation service to determine U.S. equivalency of the degree awarded and the institution awarding the degree. Applications will not be reviewed for admissions until the official review is submitted.

Deadlines

Application Deadlines:

  • For Fall Term: June 1
  • For Spring Term: Rolling
  • For Summer Term: May 1

 

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