Music Education at Penn State
Welcome to Music Education at Penn State!
All of our degree programs (B.M.E., M.M.E., and Ph.D.) focus on the study of music learning and teaching. Through the “Center for the Study of Music Learning and Teaching” we are able to bring visiting scholars to campus to enhance the already extensive expertise of the faculty and expand our students’ experiences.
The B.M.E. degree is for undergraduate students intending to receive Pennsylvania Teacher Certification in Music (K-12). Students are prepared to teach music to children in grades K-12 in general, choral, band, and orchestral settings. As part of the program, students develop their own professional e-portfolio, beginning in Freshmen Seminar, amending throughout the program, and culminating with a completed portfolio useful when applying for teaching positions. We are proud to report 100% placement of graduates – all those who seek employment as public school music teachers secure positions.
The M.M.E. degree is for music teachers who seek further professional development. The degree program blends theory and practice. Students have opportunities to further their skills and knowledge as music teachers. They also take courses to expand their understanding of the processes of scholarly inquiry in the profession and how those processes have application in their own teaching settings.
The Ph.D. degree is for music teachers who wish to engage in research endeavors and, typically, seek positions in higher education upon degree completion. The Ph.D. is not an “advanced” masters degree! It is about the student’s individual development as a scholar in the profession.
For additional information about the Music Education Program please contact...
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Undergraduate program Irene Kohute |
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Graduate Program Lisa Stamm |