Do you have a required text for this class?
No (reading materials will be provided on canvas)
Will you have to play music live in this class?
Yes
What should you do if you cannot attend class?
Inform the course instructor.
Where can you see your current grade?
Name at least 1 learning objective for this class?
Increase skills such as improvising, accompanying, and arranging.
Enhance functional music skills.
Develop competencies relevant to therapeutic music interventions.
Increase song repertoire.
Develop modifying and composing skills.
Develop an understanding of nontraditional instruments.
What is the quiz that is required on canvas?
Student Guidelines for Music Therapy Fieldwork
Is there a penalty for excused absences?
No
Should you arrive on time to class?
Yes, please do. Let the course instructor know if you have experiencing difficulty with this.
Who can you contact for academic support?
If you need academic support, contact Anne Eastlick at aeastlick@pacific.edu or
209-946-7702 in the Student Academic Support Services.
If you need a tutor, contact Martin Gonzales at mgonzales1@pacific.edu or
209-946-2437.
Tutorial Services, Educational Resource Center
Phone: 946-2458; http://www.pacific.edu/education/ERC
Name one instrument you will be learning or using this semeser?
Guitar, Piano/Keyboard, Harp, Autoharp, Tone Chimes, Drums
What is the consequence of submitting an assignment late?
Without prior communication and confirmation of an extension, one-third of the letter grade will be deducted each day an assignment is overdue.
What is the minimum grade required for music therapy courses?
B-
Where can you find articles and readings for this class?
Canvas
Should I bring my guitar to class?
Yes, on days when we are sharing music, making music together, or practicing accompaniment, either bring a guitar or let the instructor know you will need to borrow a guitar from the resources room.
The instructor will let you know ahead of time if you will need an accompanying instrument.
What does in-class participation look like?
Contribution during in-class discussions, engagement in experiential learning, and sharing constructive feedback to peers.
Where can you find the due dates for assignments?
Canvas modules, Course Calendar in the Syllabus
Name at least 2 additional resources available to students for support?
Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), Counseling Services (Cowell Wellness Center), Title IX, Tutoring
Name at least 1 Orff instrument?
Xylophone, Metalophone, Glockenspiel, Chime Bars, Bass Bars, Timpani, Resonator Bells
Name at least 1 assignment for this semester?
Skills Assessment and Musical Self
Music and Cultures of Heritage
The Cultural Informant
Autoharp Accompaniment
Songs for Children
Songwriting 1/2
Chime Choir Arrangement
Facilitating Drum Circles
Songs for Adults
The 12-Bar Blues (in-class)
Songs for Older Adults
Final Examination
How many points is your final examination worth?
50 points.