MUSC 486: Psychology of Music II
Prerequisites: Senior standing
Credit Hours: (1)
Structured to establish an understanding of research methods for music therapy and music education. The remaining topics to be discussed include measurement and evaluation in music, learning theory and creativity.
Note(s): Required for all music therapy students and open to students in other curricula.
Detailed Description of Course
This course is designed to establish an understanding of research methods for music
therapy, music education, and human performance problems. The remaining topics to
be discussed include measurement and evaluation in music, learning theory and creativity.
Time permitting, additional special topics in psychology of music will be covered.
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
The class is a combination of lecture and interactive discussion. Numerous print,
video, and web sources will be explored and discussed, many through the D2L system.
Student Goals and Objectives of the Course
Upon completion of MUSC 486, students will:
鈥� have a functional knowledge and ability concerning basic rudimentary research methodology
with regard to the various effects of music on human behavior and learning
鈥� have a working knowledge of selected statistical instruments suitable for experimental
research in music
鈥� gain practical experience in observation, evaluation, and reliability computation
of music events and phenomena
鈥� produce a formal research project in a format that might be found in the professional
research journals relating to the fields of music, education, therapy, and psychology
鈥� examine and understand the nature, measurement, and evaluation of music ability
and aptitude
鈥� examine and understand selected learning theories with application to music
鈥� gain a basic functional understanding the nature of creativity
Assessment Measures
Three exams on class lectures/discussions/presentations and reading assignments @
20% each. (60% total)
Formal Research Project (30% total)
Class participation, promptness of all small assignments (10%)
Other Course Information
None
Review and Approval
Revised 2013
June 4, 2012