Didactics - Music

After completing the programme, candidates should have acquired the following knowledge, skills and competence which will enable them to:

KNOWLEDGE

• be able to understand the importance of music for individuals, culture and society

• possess in-depth knowledge of the current music curriculum for primary and lower secondary schools ++

• be able to plan, facilitate, carry out and evaluate teaching and dissemination tasks in groups and classes

• possess knowledge about relevant solo and joint repertoires for the instrument/instrument group concerned and the principles relating to the choice of learning material and learning activities

• possess broad knowledge about the principles relating to adapted education possess in-depth knowledge about the cognitive, musical and creative development of children and adolescents, including motivation, learning and socialisation

SKILLS

• undertake practical work relating to the basic aspects of music and the relevant instruments in compulsory music teaching at primary and lower secondary schools

• be able to use different methods and working methods where play, imagination, innovation, improvisation and composition are central features

• be able to use varied and relevant methods in teaching in primary, lower and upper secondary education and cultural schools, adapted to the pupils' individual requirements

• be able to use digital resources and digital tools in music education

GENERAL COMPETENCE

• be able to discuss key didactic issues and challenges related to music as a subject in schools

• be able to initiate, plan and carry out project work and various forms of pedagogical music development work

• be able to participate in different collaborative processes and work independently with the pedagogical music material

• be able to reflect on ethical issues and display a professional ethical attitude in meetings with pupils, parents and colleagues