Overview
The degree program allows for enhancement and specialization relative to music teaching and learning in contemporary school contexts. The program is not intended to provide licensure and is constructed for those who have a music education background with the desire to improve the student and teacher experience in music classroom settings.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Music in Music Education program from Kent State University will be able to:
- Develop and apply knowledge of foundational principles of music education (history, philosophy, sociology, psychology); research methods and practices; music technology; methods of music education in instrumental, choral and general music contexts; western music theory and history; and world music.
- Exhibit scholarly writing skills focusing on comprehensive knowledge of research methodology.
- Demonstrate reading, research, writing and critical-thinking skills related to contemporary music education contexts.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- America's Music
- Music From World Cultures
- Music Analysis
- Capstone Project
- Inquiry In Music Teaching
- Inquiry In Music Teaching And Learning
- Technology For Music Teaching
- Foundations Of Music Education
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Deadline - At least one month before the start of the semester of first coursework.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Music View 51 other Masters in Music in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree in music education from an accredited college or university for unconditional admission for unconditional admission
- Official transcript(s)
- Current and valid state teaching license earned from an accredited U.S. university program
- One year of full-time teaching completed before beginning coursework
- Résumé
- Goal Statement
- Three letters of recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
20300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20300 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
20300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20300 USD per year during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.