Master of Music
in Music Education
Tarleton State
University
Coordinator: Dr. Vicky V. Johnson
vjohnson@tarleton.edu 254/968-9245
Administrative
Associate: Heather Chaney
chaney@tarleton.edu
254/968-9617
Frequently
Asked Questions
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Information
is frequently added and these are the most complete answers to all of
your questions!
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Basics
Comprehensive Exam
Courses Cost,
Scholarships, and Financial Aid Degree
Tracks Faculty Graduate
Handbook Grade Requirements
Graduation
Technology
Textbooks
Transfer Credit
Basics
How do I apply for
the program?
Follow this link
for all admission info:
http://www.tarleton.edu/graduate/future/requirements.html
Submit all
undergraduate transcripts directly to Wendy Weiss (weiss@tarleton.edu)
You can send unofficial transcripts right away to speed the process.
Go ahead and request official transcripts from the institutions you have
attended, but meanwhile, you can be admitted to our program. As soon as she receives your
transcripts and the application gets to her, she will figure your GPA.
See
Grade Requirements below for GPA information. Admission can be granted in a week or less if the process is followed as
indicated above. Those who apply for the program must be able to
demonstrate at least baccalaureate-level competence in music theory and
music history/literature. After admission, students will be given a
preliminary test to determine if any leveling work is necessary.
Is the GRE Exam
required?
No
How long will it
take me to finish the degree?
The degree
requires 36 hours (12 3-hour credit courses). Six courses are
offered each year (2 in the fall, 2 in the spring, and 2 in the summer).
If you go straight through without skipping any courses, you can
complete the degree in 2 years. If you choose to skip a course
or courses, it will take longer. If you are planning to take the
degree a little slower, be aware of two factors:
-
There is a
time limit on finishing the degree. No credit hours that are
over 6 years old can be counted towards graduation.
-
Make sure that
the required courses are included in your plan. There is a Program
Checklist below under Courses. Print that out and sketch in
your plan.
If you transfer in
acceptable credits, take two courses at a time, or take elective education courses concurrent to the
music rotation, you may be able to graduate sooner. If there
are extenuating circumstances in your case, contact Dr. Johnson for
advising.
Is there a contact
person? Who can answer my questions?
Heather Chaney (chaney@tarleton.edu)
is our Administrative Assistant and can answer your questions.
Those who elect to do a thesis or curriculum project at the end of their
coursework will work with Dr. Johnson to choose a faculty member to be
the advisor through the thesis or curriculum project. This choice
will be based upon matching the student's thesis or curriculum project
topic with a faculty member's expertise, interests, and availability.
Until that time, all questions outside those specific to an individual
course can be directed to Heather Chaney.
How can I keep up
with my degree progress?
DegreeWorks is
your best friend and can be accessed as soon as you are admitted to the
program. From the
Tarleton
homepage, log in to MyGateway. There you will find the
link to DegreeWorks. Log in with your student ID and you will be
able to see your current degree audit. The audit will show you all of
the courses required for your degree and there will be a green check
beside those you have completed. Here is a
Program Checklist for you to
mark your own progress and to keep up with dates and deadlines.
How do I register
for classes?
Here is a YouTube
video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fcMYRHEI5Y&feature=youtu.be&list=PLH92s3Wphu5aCmEh66XqqT_hrTl25mhRg
Note that for each course, you will
see two sections. One will say "Stephenville Students Only" and
the other will say "SW Metroplex, Waco, Midlothian and Distance Learner
Students Only." You always choose the one that includes "Distance
Learner Students" unless you actually live in Stephenville.
When can I
register?
Registration dates
are posted here:
https://www.tarleton.edu/registrar/registration/registration-dates.html
You will be able to register from 6:00am on the date assigned to
graduate students.
How can I find out
other things I need to know?
Here is an A to Z
directory at the top of the
Tarleton homepage. You can find what you are
looking for by entering a keyword in the search blank. Another
very handy tool is the search box in the upper right-hand corner of the Tarleton home page (www.tarleton.edu)
Comprehensive exam
When do I take my
comprehensive exam?
You will take your
exam after completing 30 hours of coursework. Students
electing to do a thesis or curricular project must pass the
comprehensive exam before beginning those 6 hours. It is not
uncommon for a student to have to repeat a question or two. For
that reason, students should take the exam immediately after
completing 30 hours. If any questions must be repeated (and you
only get to try one more time!), then there is still time before the
intended graduation date and plenty of time to apply for graduation. Comprehensive exam results are due to
the graduate office on November 15 (for December graduation), April 15
(for May graduation), and July 15 (for August graduation). Here is the
timeline for the process:
-
During the
course that will complete your 30 hours, you should make an
appointment at a testing center (see "Where will I take the exam?"
below) to take the exam. Make the appointment for a date after you
have completed the course that brings you to 30 hours, but at least
one month from making the call to the testing center.
-
Let Dr.
Johnson know the date you have chosen so she can send you the
questions one month in advance.
You are responsible for
this process, so be aware in order to avoid a delay in completing your
degree.
What kind of
questions will I be asked?
The graduate faculty will give you
5 questions one month in advance of the exam. You must prepare
answers to all 5 questions. The questions will
be related to the courses you have taken, but will not necessarily have
been thoroughly explored in those courses. In other words, the
faculty members will be looking for what you learned in your coursework
+ the research that you can do on the question topics on your own + how
all of this information can be practically applied in your career as a
music educator. Here is the rubric
that will be used to grade your exam. Print it out and follow it
carefully when preparing your answers.
How do I study for the exam?
First, look over
the rubric to see how the
graduate faculty will be grading you. Write out the answers to
your questions as if you could turn in that paper. Include at
least three important references for each question. More would be
better in case you forget one. Do not limit your references to
your textbooks. You may use in-text citations when
taking your exam. References should refer to the
author (researcher), date, and the reference material (study, book,
etc.) in the context of your answer. Make sure you completely
answer the question, including all parts and make sure your answers are
structured in a logical form. Also include how you could apply
your knowledge in a real-world situation. Then look over the
rubric again to ensure that your answers would receive the maximum
points. Remember that writing mechanics count, so you might want
someone else to proofread for you. After you have thoroughly
answered the questions, then study your own answers. Read them
through multiple times until you have internalized both the essence and
the details. Then practice writing the answers with no notes. You will have three hours to answer four questions (one question will be
randomly excluded from the exam when forwarded to the proctor). One student
recorded himself reading his answers and then played the recording while
he was driving. Don't skimp on this preparation. It should also be
noted that to type out 4 answers in 3 hours would allow 45 minutes per
answer. On separate days, it would be advisable to ensure that you can
accomplish this time frame so as not to run out of time during the exam.
Where will I take
the exam?
The Comprehensive
Exam must be proctored. To find a testing center, visit the NCTA website.
There is a
Proctor Locator link where you can find a testing
location near you (just enter your zip code only). Testing centers may charge a fee to administer examinations.
These fees vary from center to center. You are responsible for this fee,
so make inquiries directly to the site when scheduling. As soon as you have made arrangements
with the testing center, send the contact information for the testing
center to Dr. Johnson so she can make arrangements to send your exam
questions and to give the proctor instructions for the exam. If
you cannot find a suitable site, or if there are extenuating
circumstances, please contact Dr. Johnson (vjohnson@tarleton.edu).
What can I expect
on the day of the exam?
At the testing center, the proctor will have your exam questions ready at
your scheduled time. One question will have been eliminated at
random, so you will only have to answer 4 of the 5 questions. Note
that the graduate faculty will choose which 4 questions you will answer
- you do not get to choose which 4 to answer. Of the 4
questions that you have to answer on the day of the exam, you must pass
all 4. You will be directed to a computer to enter
your answers. You will not be allowed to take any notes or your
phone into the testing center area. You will have three hours to
finish your exam. The proctor will be timing you. When you
are finished, the proctor will be responsible for sending the
document with your answers to Dr. Johnson. If you plan to take the exam at Tarleton, the procedure will be the same.
What format is
required when I take the exam?
The exam will be
given to you in the form of a Word document. There is no need for a cover sheet or
formal reference page at the end. It is expected that you include
references in the body of your answers. For example: "Jones
(2015) stated in Historical Music Education that . . . "
Double space your paper and use Times New Roman 12-point font.
How long should my
answers be?
Long enough to
thoroughly answer the question ;-)! Seriously, most comprehensive
exams take about 10 pages to answer thoroughly. However, that's just a ballpark answer. One question may take more and some may take less. When
in doubt, err on the side of more information, rather than less.
It would be rare that a question could be answered thoroughly in one
page.
How is the exam
graded?
Each question is
graded separately according to the comprehensive exam rubric
and will have its own rubric score. For example, in order to receive the
highest rating on the rubric, each question must have more than 3
references. In order to pass a question, you must achieve a 3-point average in the 5
criteria for each question, with no score for any criteria at the "1" level. For example, if you give
a stellar answer, but omit citations, your score might be 5 5
5 1 5 (average of 4.2) but you would still have to redo that
question because of the "1."
What does
"Integration of theory and practice" mean?
Applying in the
classroom and sharing with students what is learned through experience
and scholarship in order to improve instruction.
How long will it
take to get the results of the exam?
Alas, the graduate
faculty are busy bees! And, it depends upon when you take the
exam. A good guess is two weeks, but the time varies.
What if I don't
pass all of the questions?
You are required
to pass all four questions of the exam to qualify for graduation. If you do not pass all four questions, you will be asked to repeat those
that were not deemed by the graduate faculty to be satisfactory. Dr. Johnson will advise you on strategies to improve your answers based
upon feedback from the entire graduate faculty. Students who do
not pass the second time will not be allowed to graduate.
Cost, Scholarships, and
Financial Aid
How can I get
financial aid?
Tuition assistance
for MM students is available. Go to the
Student Financial
Aid page to learn about the types of aid that Tarleton has to
offer and how to apply. Here is a
Tuition
Estimator to get you started.
What are my
payment options?
Here is a link to
Business Services
with lots of information. There is also a
phone number at the bottom of the page if you want to speak to someone
directly.
What about
scholarships?
There is a list of
scholarships available to our graduate students in the
Graduate Handbook. For students already admitted to Tarleton, here is an easy link to apply for scholarships: www.tarleton.edu/scholarships
Every student should fill out this general application so that
when scholarships become available, or when additional funds are added
to existing scholarships, your application will be available to be
considered.
Are there graduate
assistantships available?
The department may
periodically have openings for graduate assistants. However, most
of these assistantships require residency; that is, the graduate
assistant must be able to be on campus at least a certain number of
hours per week. Scheduled hours may be quite flexible, so if you
are in close proximity to the Tarleton campus and are interested in one
of these positions, contact Dr. Johnson. After completing 18 hours of
coursework, graduate assistants are eligible for teaching assignments.
Courses
Do I have to take
the courses in any order?
No, you can begin
the program at any time. There are 5 start times per year: August,
October, January, March, and June. The only pre-requisite is to
take Research I before you take Research II.
What if there are
no courses offered that I haven't already taken or I need another course
for financial aid?
Students are
allowed to take up to 9 hours of coursework outside the discipline of
music. There are several graduate education courses that you can
take. Go to the current
Schedule, choose the correct semester > Submit > and choose
Education, Education Administration, or Educational Technology. Limit your search by choosing "Distance Learner" for Campus and
"Graduate" for Course Level. Then click "Class Search" at the
bottom left. Click on the course titles to check availability
(they may be at capacity). For course descriptions, follow this
link:
http://catalog.tarleton.edu/courses/ and scroll down to the 5000
level music courses. Students should be aware that these courses are 15
weeks in length. Consult Dr. Johnson before enrolling in a non-music
course.
If you are close
enough to campus to come once a week, you can also take graduate level
applied lessons in your instrument or voice. There are also ensemble
opportunities if you can be on campus during the rehearsal times of the
various ensembles. Up to 3 credits in applied lessons and/or ensembles
can be counted toward the degree.
When I register,
there are two sections of each course. Which one do I choose?
One section will
state "Stephenville Students Only." The other one is "SW Metroplex,
Waco, Midlothian & Distance Learner Students Only." That's you
(unless you happen to live in Stephenville)!
When will the
courses be available in Canvas?
All courses will
be available by 10:00am on the first day of the 8-week session (see the
catalog for dates). Sometimes instructors will open them early. They will usually
notify students by email in that case.
Can I take two
courses at the same time?
Normally, students
take one course in the 1st 8 weeks and one course in the 2nd 8 weeks.
However, it is possible to take two at a time. Once you have taken a couple of courses in the program
and are familiar with the difficulty and the amount of time required,
you can probably make a better decision. If you have a fulltime job and a
family, I wouldn't recommend it. However, if you have time off
from teaching in the summer, it is more doable. But you know your
capacity/tolerance/initiative/self-discipline better than I do, so the
decision is yours!
What are the next
courses that will be taught?
Please print out this
Program Checklist and pencil in a preliminary schedule. This will give you a timeline toward graduation. The required courses
are indicated by an asterisk.
CURRENT SCHEDULE
This course rotation is dependent
upon faculty availability and is subject to change. The recommendation
is to take required courses when available
These
courses will be capped at 16. If you can't take the one you want, you
can take it the following rotation.
Fall 2020 |
Spring 2021 |
Summer 2021 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced
Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5330:
Analytical Techniques* |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music
Education I*
or
MUSI 5354 Topics in
Musicology**
"Race and Forbidden Love
in Musical Theater"
|
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring
and Arranging*
or
MUSI 5346: Marching
Band Methods
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced
Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music
Education II*
or
MUSI 5351: Music
Theory Pedagogy K12 |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5340: Foundations of
Music Education*
or
MUSI 5357: Music in
the United States**
|
Fall 2021 |
Spring 2022 |
Summer 2022 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5363: Audio Production |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5353: Ethnomusicology**
|
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
or
MUSI 5391: Music Administration
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5330: Analytical Techniques*
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
or
MUSI 5355:
Psychology of Music |
Fall 2022 |
Spring 2023 |
Summer 2023 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5330: Analytical Techniques* |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5354 Topics in
Musicology** |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
or
MUSI 5346: Marching
Band Methods |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5351: Music
Theory Pedagogy K12 |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
Do not
take this course before Research I
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
or
MUSI 5357: Music in
the United States** |
Fall 2023 |
Spring 2024 |
Summer 2024 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5363: Audio Production |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5353: Ethnomusicology** |
Note:
beginning this summer, there will be only one 8 wk session.
All 4 courses will be offered at the same time. Students
should choose two.
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
MUSI 5391: Music Administration
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
MUSI 5355:
Psychology of Music |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5330: Analytical Techniques*
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
Do not
take this course before Research I
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom |
Fall 2024 |
Spring 2025 |
Summer 2025 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5330: Analytical Techniques* |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5354 Topics in
Musicology** |
All 4 courses will
be offered at the same time. Students should choose two.
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
MUSI 5346: Marching
Band Methods
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
MUSI 5357: Music in
the United States** |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5351: Music
Theory Pedagogy K12 |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
Do not
take this course before Research I
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom
|
Fall 2025 |
Spring 2026 |
Summer 2026 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5330: Analytical Techniques* |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5353: Ethnomusicology** |
All 4 courses will
be offered at the same time. Students should choose two.
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
MUSI 5391: Music Administration
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
MUSI 5355:
Psychology of Music |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5363: Audio Production
|
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
Do not
take this course before Research I
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom |
Fall 2026 |
Spring 2027 |
Summer 2027 |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5343: Advanced Elementary Music Pedagogy**
or
MUSI
5330: Analytical Techniques* |
1st 8 weeks
MUSI 5341: Research in Music Education I*
or
MUSI 5354 Topics in
Musicology** |
All 4 courses will
be offered at the same time. Students should choose two.
MUSI 5331: Advanced Scoring and Arranging*
MUSI 5346: Marching
Band Methods
MUSI 5340: Foundations of Music Education*
MUSI 5357: Music in
the United States** |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5344: Advanced Secondary Pedagogy**
or
MUSI 5351: Music
Theory Pedagogy K12 |
2nd 8 weeks
MUSI 5342: Research in Music Education II*
Do not
take this course before Research I
or
MUSI 5350: Technology in the Music
Classroom
|
*indicates required courses
**You must have Advanced
Elementary Music Pedagogy OR Advanced Secondary Pedagogy (the other one
counts as an elective if you take both of them)
**You must have Ethnomusicology
OR
Music in the United States OR Topics in Musicology (the others
can count as electives after you take one of them); these courses will
be periodically rotated
***
For specific semester dates, the catalogs are here:
http://catalog.tarleton.edu/ The archived catalog is available
here.
How do I know
which course to choose?
First of all, print out this
Program Checklist. This
is the easiest way to keep up with your progress. When choosing
courses, make sure you are able to choose the required courses within
the time span you intend to complete the degree. The
required courses will be repeated, but possibly not when you need them. Also, if you have to skip a course when life happens, it is better to
skip an elective. It is also advisable to register early as some
courses may fill up quickly. Other than those considerations, all
courses offered will count toward your degree and the electives can be
selected according to your interest.
What can I expect
for grading and feedback from the graduate faculty?
Contrary to popular belief (and
particularly on the graduate level), teaching an online course takes
more time than teaching a face-to-face course. The purpose of feedback
is so you can improve, but don't expect a 24 hour grading turnaround
when your instructor has 20 graduate papers to grade online in addition
to the
face-to-face classes of undergraduate students. On the other hand, we do
try our very best to answer direct emails within 24 hours. Each faculty
member should have grading expectations clearly outlined in the
syllabus.
Degree Tracks
What is the
difference in the degree tracks?
The degree
requires 36 hours and there are three ways to get there:
-
Take 12
regular courses (36 hours)
-
Take 10
regular courses (30 hours) and do a thesis (6 hours)
-
Take 10
regular courses (30 hours) and do a curriculum project (6 hours)
Which one should I
choose?
Here are the
factors to consider:
-
12 regular
courses can be the shortest route to graduation. If you
take all courses offered without skipping any, you can complete the
degree in 2 years.
-
Choosing the
thesis route can be wise if you plan to continue on to get a
doctorate. That experience will be very helpful. On the
negative side, it is almost impossible to complete a thesis in 2
8-week sessions, so it may take you longer to complete the degree. It usually takes at least 2 long semesters to complete the thesis. For those students who choose to do a thesis, you can register for a
longer session (rather than 8 weeks) to avoid having to pay tuition
for each 8 week session. In other words, the cost would be the
same even though the time is longer.
-
If you would
like to develop a new teaching method, design a new teaching unit,
or even compose a significant work for a performing ensemble, you
should consider a curriculum project. Depending upon the project
you choose and your self-motivation and time management, the project
can be completed in two 8-week sessions, or it can take longer.
So basically, the
difference is Coursework = additional
music education content, Thesis = discovery
of new information, Curriculum Project =
creation of new pedagogical material.
Faculty
The Graduate Faculty teaching in the
Master of Music in Music Education program are members of the Tarleton
Performing
Arts faculty. They are included on this page:
https://www.tarleton.edu/finearts/people.html
Grade
Requirements
What are the grade
requirements for admission?
If your undergraduate GPA (overall or
last 60 hours) is 3.0 or higher, you will be admitted under the category of
"Admissions-Good Standing."
If your undergraduate GPA (overall or
last 60 hours ) is between 2.5 - 2.99, you will be admitted under the
category of "Admissions-Warning." That means that you must achieve a
3.0 GPA your first semester (2 8-week courses) or you will be placed on
Academic Suspension. A student placed on Academic Suspension may not
continue in the program.
What happens
if I make a bad grade or fail a course?
To remain in good standing in the
graduate program, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and
must maintain a grade of C or above in every course that is counted
toward their degree. During any semester that the GPA falls below
3.0, the student will be placed on academic warning. A student placed on
academic warning and failing to restore an overall
3.0 average the following semester will result in suspension for one
long semester or the summer term. After a suspension, the student
must re-apply (including the application fee) to the College of Graduate
Studies for reinstatement. The student must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
every semester following the suspension. Students are only allowed one
suspension, and if poor academic performance continues, the student will
be permanently dismissed from the university.
Graduation
How do I apply for
graduation and when should I apply?
Go to this link for all of the info:
http://www.tarleton.edu/graduation/apply-for-graduation.html
Be sure to watch your Tarleton email
for deadline reminders. They are very early!
Do I have to
participate in commencement? I live far away.
No, you certainly do not. We
will mail your diploma to you. However, if you are able, it is a very
satisfying experience to participate in the graduation ceremonies. You
will be hooded by a graduate faculty member and be able to experience the
pride of the university in your accomplishments.
What about regalia?
For master's
students, regalia includes the cap, gown, tassel, and hood. The
hood color for a music master's degree is pink. There has occasionally
been a bit of confusion since the education master's hood is blue and you will be
getting a Master of Music in Music Education. Get pink!
Regalia must be reserved through
www.jostens.com. Any additional regalia questions should be directed
to the Tarleton Campus Store at 254-968-9007.
When ordering from Jostens, payments will not be due until pickup which
is held at “Grad Night” at the Stephenville campus.
If you are unable to pickup, the bookstore will call for delivery method
and payment options. Again, if there are any questions, call the Tarleton
Campus Store.
What is hooding?
Hooding is a special
recognition for graduate students during which a graduate faculty member will place an academic hood over the head of the graduate,
signifying his or her success in completing the graduate program.
Technology
How can I get
Finale for $99?
Finale is the industry standard
for notation software. You will need Finale for Advanced Scoring and
Arranging (MUSI 5331) and for Analytical Techniques (MUSI 5330). As a
TSU student, you are eligible to purchase Finale at the discounted price
of $99. Check
out the Finale website for instructions here:
https://www.finalemusic.com/products/finale/university-card/
How can I take
advantage of free Office 365?
Tarleton participates in the
Microsoft Student Advantage Program which provides Microsoft Office 365
to you free of charge for as long as you are a registered student at
Tarleton. Here is a link for more information and how to participate:
https://www.tarleton.edu/technology/office365.html
Textbooks
NOTE: The Publication Manual of the
American Psychological Association is the style used in Music Education
scholarly writing. Please ensure that you do not purchase a counterfeit
copy. Check this link for information on how to identify a counterfeit
copy:
https://apastyle.apa.org/counterfeit-identification-guide All
courses will use the 7th edition of the APA Manual.
How will I know
what textbooks to get prior to the beginning of the course?
Textbooks are
usually announced in the Tarleton Master of Music in Music Education
Facebook group. Be sure that you are a member of that group. Some
of the textbook requirements are also listed in the table below. More
will be added when available. Please be aware that the textbooks may
change, so don't purchase them too far ahead. Check the Facebook group
page if you need confirmation.
Do I have to
get the books from the Tarleton book store?
No, just get them
wherever you can get the best deal. Many of our students get them
from Amazon or
Chegg. Here is a link to a
Textbook Price Comparison Search Engine. This can also
help you find the lowest price.
DISCLAIMER:
Please confirm what textbook(s) will be used before purchasing. Some of
these courses are taught by different faculty who use different
textbooks!
Required courses |
Elective courses |
MUSI 5330
Analytical Techniques
MUSI 5331 Advanced
Scoring and Arranging
MUSI 5340
Foundations of Music Education
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Music Education:
Historical Contexts and Perspectives by Joseph A. Labuta and
Deborah A. Smith
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Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition
MUSI 5341 Research
in Music Education I
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A Short Guide to
Writing About Music (2nd ed.) by J.D. Bellman
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Exploring Research in
Music Education & Music Therapy by K.H. Phillips
-
Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition
MUSI 5342 Research
in Music Education II
MUSI 5343 Advanced
Elementary Music Pedagogy*
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Music in Childhood:
From Preschool Through the Elementary Grades by Patricia
Shehan Campbell, Carol Scott-Kassner (4th edition)
-
Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition
MUSI 5344 Advanced
Secondary Music Pedagogy*
Musicology course (MUSI
5353, 5354, or 5360) |
MUEN 5121 Graduate
Music Ensemble
MUAP 5231 Applied
Lessons for Graduate Majors
MUSI 5343 Advanced
Elementary Music Pedagogy*
-
Music in Childhood:
From Preschool Through the Elementary Grades by Patricia
Shehan Campbell, Carol Scott-Kassner (4th edition)
-
Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition
MUSI 5344 Advanced
Secondary Music Pedagogy*
MUSI 5346 Marching
Band Methods
MUSI 5350
Technology in the Music Classroom
MUSI 5351 Music
Theory Pedagogy K-12
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AP Music Theory: with
2 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep) by Nancy Fuller
Scoggin (ISBN-13: 978-1506264097)
-
Publication Manual of
the American Psychological Association, 7th edition, 2020.
MUSI 5353
Ethnomusicology
MUSI 5354 Topics in
Musicology (Textbook will depend
upon the topic)
MUSI 5355
Psychology of Music
MUSI 5357 Music in
the United States
MUSI 5360
Measurement for Music Researchers
MUSI 5361 Acoustics
of Music
MUSI 5363 Audio
Production
MUSI 5390 Selected
Topics in Music Education
MUSI 5390 Music
Administration
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*Only one of the advanced pedagogy
courses (MUSI 5343 or 5344) is required. The other can be counted as an
elective.
Transfer
Credit
I've already taken some graduate
courses. Will those transfer?
Up to 12 hours of applicable
coursework can be transferred from another accredited graduate school
to count toward your degree. Transferred work must be completed
with a grade of B or higher and must be in an approved discipline. If
transfer courses are equivalent to required courses, they may be
substituted. Other courses may be substituted for elective courses.
Decisions will be made on transfer credit upon examination of transcripts.
No more than 9 hours of credit outside the music discipline can be counted
toward the degree. Normally, no coursework more than six years old at the time
of graduation may be used toward a master's degree at Tarleton.
Exceptions for courses with certain types of content may be considered.
Contact Dr. Johnson if you have questions about that.
Other Questions??
If you have other questions or need
further clarification, contact Heather Chaney at
chaney@tarleton.edu
Other students probably have the same questions and those can be added to
these FAQs!
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