Music Education (K-12)

  • Major

MUSIC EDUCATION (K-12)

Develop technically and artistically as a musician, all while you fulfill your potential as a teacher. With numerous performing and vocal ensembles, small class sizes, and dedicated faculty who are excited to work with students, you’ll acquire the skills needed to deliver optimum learning experiences in changing classroom environments.

  • Small class sizes
  • Diverse opportunities in both vocal and instrumental ensembles
  • Opportunities to meet and work with educators and students in the community
  • Up-to-date on legislation and regulations affecting the teaching profession
  • Significant opportunities for International Study, hands-on field experience, and co-curricular activities
  • PERFORM LOCALLY, NATIONALLY & INTERNATIONALLY
  • Join one of UJ’s vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Chapel Choir, Concert Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, and The Big Orange Pep Band.

Cultivate the knowledge, skills, attitudes and understanding you need to be an effective teacher in today’s schools by enrolling in the Teacher Education Program at University of Jamestown.

The program is approved by the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB).

ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION

Candidates must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program in order to enroll in most education courses. Typically, candidates apply for admission to the program while enrolled in EDUC 201: Introduction to Teaching.

To apply, candidates must complete the application form and submit it to the Teacher Education Department by November 1 for spring admission or April 1 for fall admission. Applications are not reviewed during the summer.

 

Coursework

Course Title Credits

Mus

Applied Lessons

8

Mus

Ensemble Music

8

Mus 100

Music Performance Seminar

0

EDUC 101

Exploring Education

1

Math 102

Intermediate Algebra
Or higher level*

3

Mus 160

Harmony-Theory I

3

Mus 161

Harmony-Theory II

3

Mus 162

Ear Training I

2

Mus 163

Ear Training II

2

Educ 201

Introduction to Teaching

3

Psyc 203

Developmental Psychology

3

Mus 239

Music History I

3

Educ 253

Applied Cognitive Theories

3

Mus 262

Ear Training III

2

Mus 266

Introduction to Conducting

2

Mus 271

Brass Techniques

2

Mus 272

Woodwind Techniques

2

Mus 273

String Techniques

2

Mus 274

Percussion Techniques

2

MUS 275

Vocal Techniques

2

Mus 291

Music Methods in the Elementary School

3

Mus 292

Music Methods: Secondary Choral

2

Mus 293

Music Methods: Secondary Instrumental

2

Educ 303

Introduction to Teaching Students with Exceptionalities

3

Educ 306

Multicultural Education

3

Mus 319

Instructional Media & Technology for Music

3

Mus 339

Music History II

3

Mus 340

Music History III

3

Mus 360

Harmony-Theory III

3

Mus 361

Harmony-Theory IV

3

Mus 363

Choral Arranging

2

Mus 367

Advanced Conducting Choral

1

Mus 368

Advanced Conducting Instrumental

1

Mus 380

Graded Recital

0-1

Educ 398

TED Seminar I

1

Educ 399

TED Seminar II

1

Educ 499

Student Teaching

12

Total Semester Credits Required: 105-106

Our Faculty

The Performing Arts faculty are known for being invested in their student’s work and are committed to providing detailed feedback to help them achieve success. You’ll get to know faculty, both in and outside of the classroom, from day one.
Ken smiling at the camera

Ken Aune

  • Instructor of Music
  • Director of Bands

Tuition and Financial Aid

We believe every student, regardless of their financial situation, should have access to a UJ education. 100% of our full-time undergraduate students have some type of financial aid, with scholarship packages starting at $8,000 minimum. Your counselor for admissions personally walks you through financial aid, including the process of filing a FAFSA, maximizing your eligibility for aid, and answering any questions you may have along the way.