Issues in Music Teaching - 9780415237185

Taylor & Francis

This book highlights issues that teachers of music in primary and secondary schools confront in their professional practice. It supports them in achieving a greater understanding of the curriculum and its implementation in the classroom. > \nIssues in Music Teaching stimulates critical reflection on a range of topics related to the teaching and learning of music in both the primary and secondary school, including: \n--the place of music in the curriculum \n--the nature of music and music education \n--ICT and music education \n--music education and individual needs \n--continuity and progression in music education \nThe book prompts the reader to be analytical and critical of theory and practice, and to become an autonomous professional and curriculum developer. > Part One: The Principles of Music and Music Education 1. The Growth of Music Education 2. The Justification for Music Education 3. The Nature of Music and Music Education 4. Music in Society and in Education Part Two:.