For week by week description of requirements, assignments, and exams, refer to the Course Outline at the following link: http://vickyjohnson.altervista.org/ResearchICourseOutline.htm Course Description An exploration of methods and materials of research in music, including styles of writing and proper documentation of sources with an emphasis on developing strategies for organization and information access.
Required Text and Materials  | Bellman, J. D. (2007). A short guide to writing about music (2nd ed.): Pearson. |
| Phillips, K.H. (2008). Exploring research in music education & music therapy. New York: Oxford University Press. |
| Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 6th edition, 2010. (Please get this version as I will refer to page numbers in my instructions) |
| Access to Microsoft Word |
Suggested Reading Here are some additional excellent references for music research.
| Phelps, R., Sadoff, R. H., Warburton, E. C., & Ferrera, L. (2005). A guide to research in music education. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press, Inc. |
| Wingell, R.J. & Herzog, S. (2001). Introduction to research in music. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall. |
| Sampsel, L. J. (2009). Music Research: A handbook. New York: Oxford University Press. |
Course Objectives Intended Student Learning OutcomesKnowledge Outcomes: Students will develop an understanding of: the different kinds of scholarly writing about music the process and organization of gathering information the challenges inherent in writing about music
Skill Outcomes: Students will be able to: use electronic and print resources to gather information needed in scholarly inquiry write an annotated bibliography write short works based upon research, such as a music analysis or a critical report carry on a scholarly dialogue in a discussion forum
Value Outcomes: Students will: be familiar with resources necessary for scholarship and research begin to develop their own personal interests for topics in music education research apply research findings to practical classroom situations
Course Activities | Online lecture material |
| Reading assignments |
| Weekly graded assignments |
| Discussions |
| Final project |
Course Requirements | Weekly assignments based upon the lecture and reading material |
| Discussion postings |
| Final project
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Grading | 50% Assignments |
| 30% Discussion Posts |
| 20% Final project |
COURSEWORK CRITERIA | | Strong | Weak | Promptness | On time | Late | Completeness | All segments done as assigned | Some missing | Presentation | Length, proofreading, formatting, etc. checked | Unchecked | Clarity | Expression is succinct and clear | Expression is vague and imprecise | Application of readings | Terms and concepts understood and used appropriately | Terms and concepts misused or no usage | DISCUSSION PARTICIPATION CRITERIA | | Strong | Weak | Attendance | Presence in discussion within time assigned | Absent or late | Preparation | Appropriate forethought given to comments where required | | Application of readings | Same as above for coursework | | Constructiveness | Comments advance understanding | Comments have minimal substance or merit |
Note: In grading assignments with subjective content, students do not begin with a 100% and lose points for infractions. Rather, these grades are judgments about overall performance. That is to say, students who have earned an 85% did not necessarily "lose" 15 points through error, but were judged to have performed at a B level. | AttendanceAttendance Policy: This is an online class. Students are expected to check in online regularly for announcements and to keep up with discussions. Assignments and discussions will have weekly deadlines. Recommendation is to login to Blackboard every day.
Students With Disabilities Policy It is the policy of Tarleton State University to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If you are a student with a disability seeking accommodations for this course, please contact Student Disability Services, at 254.968.9400 or disability@tarleton.edu. More information can be found at www. tarleton.edu/sds or in the University catalog.
Academic Conduct Cheating, plagiarism (submitting another person's materials or ideas as one's own), or doing work for another person who will receive academic credit are all impermissible. This includes the use of unauthorized books, notebooks, or other sources in order to secure or give help during an examination; the unauthorized copying of examinations, assignments, reports, or term papers; or the presentation of unacknowledged material as if it were the student's own work. Any student caught cheating will receive a grade of "F" for the class. Further disciplinary action may be taken beyond the Department of Fine Arts. This decision will be mine in consultation with the department head. Cheating is serious business and the penalties for engaging in this sort of activity will be severe. Consult the following link for further information on academic conduct as specified in the TSU catalog: http://catalog.tarleton.edu/undergrad/academicinformation/
Technology One of the biggest frustrations in an online course can be the technology required to make it happen. Don't hesitate to contact the technology resource personnel at Tarleton. They are there to help you. The CII (Center for Instructional Innovation) number is 254/968-1960. Here is a webpage with several links to help you. Please access this page and take the opportunity to configure your computer before the semester begins.
Online Help Page |
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