General Information

• Name: Music in the Preschool Curriculum
• Discipline: Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Units (Credits): 1
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Outlines activities and materials for teaching music in the preschool, including songs, dances and rhythm activities.

II: Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:

• Identify appropriate music curriculum for preschool children.
• Plan a variety of musical experiences including listening activities, rhythm activities, fingerplays, and creative expression activities.
• Make a homemade musical instrument and use it in an appropriate activity.
• Demonstrate musical activities appropriate for preschool children.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is designed to allow students to meet the program outcome of knowing the subject matter appropriate to Early Childhood Education. Students will also recognize and organize a physical environment that supports age appropriate development in young children and organize and implement developmentally appropriate environments and curriculum for young children.

Linkage to General Education Mission and Outcomes
Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

Communication
• Have college-level skills in reading, writing and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

Analysis
• Have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.

Community Commitment
• Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.
• Have an understanding of fine arts or performing arts.