Studying at York
Capstone Project Module (Instrumental & Vocal Teaching) - MUS00078M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Semester 2 2024-25 to Summer Semester 2024-25 |
Module aims
The module provides the opportunity for you to focus on either research or practice-based skills, and builds on previous learning experience. The module provides a platform for supported independent learning in which you will focus in depth on one area.
Module learning outcomes
Subject content
- Either: extended research skills demonstrated through substantial essay, or: Practical instrumental/vocal teaching skills demonstrated through lesson portfolio and reflective practice
Academic and graduate skills:
- Apply skills by demonstrating understanding of pedagogical ideas in an extended essay or in a portfolio of one-to-one lessons, demonstrating the ability to articulate, structure, synthesise and explore ideas in a piece of work demonstrating high standards of presentation.
- Articulate subject understanding in written and/or spoken form and extend this creatively to engage with the material being explored by the learner
- Demonstrate critical awareness, in-depth understanding of recent research in the subject and the capacity to draw on pedagogical strategies considered during the previous modules, including critical awareness of teaching for those presenting a portfolio.
- For those providing a portfolio: Reflect on the success of the transmission of these strategies and skills through assessing the transmission and application of this knowledge and the ability to conceptualise observation of working practices, self-development and pupil reception
Other learning outcomes (if applicable):
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Improve the quality of written academic work and practical teaching
- Enhance capabilities which relate to employability.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 | A |
| Essay/coursework | 100 | B |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
You will either write a dissertation or record lessons and write a commentary. Both assessments are worth 100% of the module and you will choose one. If a reassessment is necessary, the reassessment task will be the same one you have chosen for your original assessment.
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 | A |
| Essay/coursework | 100 | B |
Module feedback
You will receive written feedback in line with standard University turnaround times.
Indicative reading
You will receive recommendations for reading based on your individual subjects for the module.