Kod疝y Today: A Cognitive Approach to Elementary Music Education (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780190235772)

In this new edition of their groundbreaking Kod疝y Today, M?he疝 Houlahan and Philip Tacka offer an expertly-researched, thorough, and -- most importantly -- practical approach to transforming curriculum goals into tangible, achievable musical objectives and effective lesson plans. Their model -- grounded in the latest research in music perception and cognition -- outlines the concrete practices behind constructing effective teaching portfolios, selecting engaging music repertoire for the classroom, and teaching musicianship skills successfully to elementary students of all degrees of proficiency.

Addressing the most important questions in creating and teaching Kod疝y-based programs, Houlahan and Tacka write through a practical lens, presenting a clear picture of how the teaching and learning processes go hand-in-hand. Their innovative approach was designed through a close, six-year collaboration between music instructors and researchers, and offers teachers an easily-followed, step-by-step roadmap for developing students' musical understanding and metacognition skills. A comprehensive resource in the realm of elementary music education, this book is a valuable reference for all in-service music educators, music supervisors, and students and instructors in music education.

Author: Micheal Houlahan, Philip Tacka
ISBN-10: 0190235772
ISBN-13: 9780190235772
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Language: English
Published: 09/14/2015
Pages: 672
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.55lbs
Size: 9.92h x 6.93w x 1.50d