by Ann C. Clements, Sarah H. Watts, Douglas C. McCall
A Field Guide to Student Teaching in Music,
Second Edition, serves as a practical guide for the music education
student, one that recognizes the importance of effective coursework
while addressing the unique field-based aspects of the music classroom.
Student teaching in music is a singular experience, presenting
challenges beyond those encountered in general education classroom
settings: educators must plan for singing and movement, performances and
rehearsals, intensive parent involvement, uniforms, community outreach,
and much more. This guide explores such topics common to all music
placements as well as those specific to general, choral, and
instrumental music classrooms, building on theoretical materials often
covered in music methods courses and yet not beholden to any one
pedagogy, thus allowing for a dynamic and flexible approach for various
classroom settings.
New to the second edition:
- A new chapter on the transition from student to student teacher
- Expanded discussions on the interview process, including mock interviews, interviewing techniques, and online interview prep
- Updated content throughout to reflect current practices in the field.
Leading readers through the transition from student to teacher, A Field Guide to Student Teaching in Music, Second Edition,
represents a necessary update to the first edition text published a
decade ago, an indispensable resource that provides the insights and
skillsets students need to launch successful careers as music educators.
