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Special music pedagogyLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: KU00CW65

Credits

5 op

Objective

The aim of music pedagogy for special learners is to increase knowledge and understanding about the challenges of special learners in music learning, to prepare the teachers to teach, guide and support their behaviour, and to provide problem-solving tools and tools for meeting special learners. In addition, the aim is to increase awareness of the individual's ERP skills, ways to influence special learners' behaviour, and to maintain concentration as well as peace at work. Special pedagogy emphasizes the importance of feedback; positive and encouraging feedback and self-esteem.

After completing the course, the student:
- is familiar with the different challenges of special learners
- is familiar with the problem-solving methods of special learners and has learned how to use them
- has learned to identify different learning disabilities
- has learned to recognize and observe the individual needs of special support
- has learned to support, strengthen and develop the inclusion of each child in the group
- has developed their own feedback skills

Content

- special support needs and their assessment in music learning
- various learning difficulties and ways to meet special learners
- inclusion and accessibility
- support measures in different contexts