Case Studies in Music Education

by Paul Head and Frank Abrahame

Features: By Frank Abrahams and Paul Head. Case Studies in Music Education is about making the journey as a music teacher - about the critical real-world issues music teachers face but rarely seem to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1579990266
• ISBN13: 9781579990268
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: GIA Publications
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Excellent & Thought Provoking

"Case Studies" is the best book I have read regarding music education since, "What They Didn't Teach You In Choral Methods". While, I believe, Mr's. Abrahams and Head were targeting the Student Teaching and First-Year crowd, everyone can benefit from reading the book. I have known teachers with 10 years experience who have benefitted from using the book to analyze and re-iterate their teaching styles and choices. This wonderful book includes case studies which end in choices you, the teacher, must make. Get a journal and begin! Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to the profession, you'll be glad you took the time to seriously consider such topics as Copyright infringement, your personal music ed philosophy, stereotypes, faculty relationships, auditions, learning styles, technology integration, grading policies, defending your program choices, and other interesting dilemmas. Do not overlook this book! Many of us did not receive this kind of guidance in undergrad or even in our master's work. It never hurts to go back to basics and re-learn what you think you already know about yourself. You might be surprised!

It Covers The Gammit

This book has been most helpful in reviewing real life classroom and educational issues and seeing how others address the situation. I do not always agree with the steps taken, but it is enlightening. Especially helpful for student teachers.