Courses

Students use learning theory to develop their own teaching philosophy and apply both to the development of instructional methods appropriate for their content and teaching environment. Includes examination of learning theory, instructional techniques, tools, strategies, and issues related to effective teaching and adult learning in academic and organizational settings.

Critical overview of the major theories of personality.

Learning in, through, and about dance is the focus of this course which investigates contemporary educational theory, curriculum development and assessment approaches basic to the establishment of a teaching method in dance. Focus on understanding dance education in the context of general education learning environments (K-12) in multicultural settings, incorporating the National, State, and New York City Standards in Dance Education; and exploring how dance enhances social and cognitive skills critical to the developing child. Learning through and about dance is the focus of this course.

An introduction to the tools and vocabulary needed for critically engaging with
music from a broad range of styles and repertoire in preparation for upper-level courses in the music theory sequence. Topics include rhythmic and metric organization, melodic structure, ornamentation, instrumental families, texture, tuning systems, harmonic syntax, and basic voice- leading techniques representative of music in Western diatonic harmony, popular music and film,
and non-Western musics

Intermediate-level music theory. Courses under this general title provide an introduction to phrase structure, formal analysis, advanced diatonic harmony, basics in chromatic harmony including modulation and tonicization, and advanced topics in rhythm and meter relevant to a particular style of repertoire.

Theory and analysis of popular music. Popular music, defined broadly, includes pop, rock, hip hop, rap, metal, jazz, folk, and musical theater and film repertoire. Topics include scales and modes, lead sheet and Nashville number notation, phrase structure, song forms, harmonic syntax, loops and harmonic chord schemas, tonicization and modulation, and rhythmic and timbral analysis in popular music. Students will develop basic proficiency in a DAW and music notation program. This course will culminate in a final composition or analysis project.

Theory and analysis of popular music. Popular music, defined broadly,
includes pop, rock, hip hop, rap, metal, jazz, folk, and musical theater
and film repertoire. Topics include scales and modes, lead sheet and
Nashville number notation, phrase structure, song forms, harmonic syntax,
loops and harmonic chord schemas, tonicization and modulation, and rhythmic
and timbral analysis in popular music. Students will develop basic
proficiency in a DAW and music notation program. This course will culminate
in a final composition or analysis project.

Theory and analysis of diatonic common-practice classical repertoire with an introduction to chromatic harmony and small forms.

Theory and analysis of diatonic common-practice classical repertoire with
an introduction to chromatic harmony and small forms. Topics include phrase
structure, voice leading, sequences, secondary functions, tonicization,
modulation, and advanced topics in rhythm and meter in common-practice
Western music. The course builds on composition and analysis skills
developed in Theory & Practice I, and introduces students to techniques in
four-part contrapuntal writing, arranging, and model composition.

Enrollment limited to art therapy candidates. Requires eight hours per week in the field. Discussion of art therapy history, theories, and technique. Introduction to clinical skills through class and fieldwork experience.

Students will develop a deeper understanding of music-centered approach to therapy and develop clinical improvisation skills for use in music therapy sessions. Students will learn new musical idioms and styles, how to utilize pre-composed songs and compose music for a variety of clinical populations.

The historical development of theory and research in the field of music therapy will be examined. Students will each develop an individualized theoretical framework for the music therapy techniques and strategies that they have learned in their clinical internship.

A philosophy underlying informal dramatics, materials for conducting improvised dramatic activities in elementary and secondary education and with adults.Laboratory experience is recommended.

A philosophy underlying informal dramatics, materials for conducting improvised dramatic activities in elementary and secondary education and with adults.Laboratory experience is recommended.

The term “digital” has gained strong conceptual purchase and political urgency in recent decades. This course introduces students to the different ways scholars have theorized digitality and associated phenomena such as computing, code, information, cybernetics, networks, and the virtual. Drawing on classic and contemporary texts in philosophy, history of science, political economy, and critical digital studies, we explore how digital modes of rationality at once enliven and constrain human experience, creativity, social life, and political structures.

Students examine a model Ballet syllaus for ages 5-18 with attnetion to established theory, terminology and methodology. Students will learn the sequence of as well as common teaching and learning faults of the children's syllabus through a daily class as well as a pedagogy seminar. Including survey of the different kinds of accompaniment (live and recorded music, percussion scores, the spoken word). Students select or prepare accompaniment for dance techniques and compositions.

During this course, students examine the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum Level Pre-Primary to Level 5 with attention to established theory, terminology and methodology. Students will learn the sequence, as well as common teaching and learning faults of the program through technique class as well as seminars in pedagogy and dancer health. Includes music studies as related to the needs of class work. Students take the Pre-Primary to Level 3 ABT National Training Curriculum certification examination. Culminating project is an analysis of the Pre-Primary to level 3 National Training Curriculum.

This course provides an overview of the theoretical bases of aphasia therapy. Students explore the practical application of those bases through analysis of specific therapies that address different patterns of aphasia. Students review and discuss Information about credentials, ethical practices, and culturally responsive practices.

This course focuses on developing clinical logic in voice habilitation and rehabilitation and creating a safe environment for change. Through role-play scenarios, students develop insight into therapeutic hypotheses, improve their clinical models, and refine discrimination of gentle phonation. Students practice setup procedures and provide specific feedback and counseling within a patient-centered care framework.

The thesis project synthesized general knowledge in the field of media, culture and communication as well as demonstrates a high level of competency in the candidate's chosen area of study in accordance with institutional and state regulations.