CC116312 Introduction to Theories of Music for the Elementary School

Hiroshima University Syllabus

Japanese

Academic Year 2025Year School/Graduate School School of Education

Lecture Code CC116312 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name 初等音楽科学習指導論

Subject Name
（Katakana）ショトウオンガクカガクシュウシドウロン

Subject Name in
English Introduction to Theories of Music for the Elementary School

Instructor TERAUCHI DAISUKE

Instructor
(Katakana) テラウチ　ダイスケ

Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 1st-Year, Second Semester, 4Term

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (4T) Weds5-8：EDU G205

Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
(More Details) Face-to-face, Online (simultaneous interactive)

Lectures, Exercised, Note-taking, Student presentations

Credits 2.0 Class Hours/Week 4 Language of Instruction J : Japanese

Course Level 2 : Undergraduate Low-Intermediate

Course Area（Area） 24 : Social Sciences

Course Area（Discipline） 08 : Curriculum and Instruction Sciences

Eligible Students Students who wish to become an elementary school teacher

Keywords SDG_04, Key points of instruction, music theory, music expression,Practical work experience

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) Program in Elementary Education
（Abilities and Skills）
・Being able to draw up and formulate curriculums and teaching plans for a each unit (Practical ability of formulating unit)

Class Objectives
/Class Outline "The purpose of this course is to give students with opportunities to enhance their skills to express with music and to establish good understanding of music theory which is the basics of expression. These are the fundamental knowledge and skills needed for teaching music lessons. Based on what the students learn through this course, the students will examine key points of teaching music in elementary school.

"

Class Schedule Lesson 1: Orientation – Exploring Activities, Learning Materials, and Textbooks in Elementary School Music Education
Lesson 2: Basics of the Staff Notation, Alternative Notation Systems, Conducting Basics and Practice 1, and Children's Agency in Musical Expression
Lesson 3: Note names and scales, head voice production, basics and practice of conducting.
Lesson 4: Various expressions using voice, children's subjectivity in expression.
Lesson 5: Utilization of recorders and keyboard harmonicas.
Lesson 6: Various instruments in the music room, electric instruments, and electronic instruments.
Lesson 7: Chords and harmonic symbols.
Lesson 8: Key points in forming ensembles - considering decision-making methods.
Lesson 9: Sound Play and Improvisational Expression
Lesson 10: Practical Exercises in Music Composition – Focusing on the Role of Musical Elements
Lesson 11: Key Points for Teaching Music Appreciation
Lesson 12: Integrating Technology in Music Education 1
Lesson 13: Integrating Technology in Music Education 2 and Key Points for Setting Up a Performance Venue
Lesson 14: Universal Design in Music Activities, Orchestral Instruments, and Japanese Traditional Performing Arts
Lesson 15: Cross-Curricular Connections and the Role of Music in Our Lives

Lesson16: Writing exam

Text/Reference
Books,etc. "Required book:
『ドラえもんの音楽おもしろ攻略楽ふがよめる (ドラえもんの学習シリーズ) 』小学館
Strongly recommended book as a sub-textbook:
『この一冊でわかるピアノ実技と楽典』音楽之友社
Recommended books if you want to study broader fields.
『CDで聴く一冊でわかる楽典』成美堂出版

You will use a soprano recorder in class. You can purchase a soprano recorder in class if you want. If you have one in your parents’ house, please bring that to the class.
Any other instructions will be given in class.
"

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. Text, Handouts, Audio Materials, Visual Materials, Microsoft Teams

(More Details)

Learning techniques to be incorporated Discussions, Quizzes/ Quiz format, PBL (Problem-based Learning)/ TBL (Team-based Learning)

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review Lesson1-15: Students shuld fully utilize the textbook and reference books, etc. well and read what was covered in the lessons repeatedly to deepen understanding.

Requirements

Grading Method Students will be evaluated based on presentations, commitment to assignment, submitted assignments, exam, etc.

Practical Experience Experienced

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it Students will be evaluated comprehensively based on their participation attitude (15%), submissions (10%), and written exams (75%).

Message "Those who have no confidence in your music skills and/or who cannot read music should take this course.
This course will help you gain a confidence in music before you become a teacher.
"

Other In this class, you may perform (singing, recorder, etc.) during the class. If you take the class online, please choose the appropriate place.

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2025Year	School/Graduate School	School of Education
Lecture Code	CC116312	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	初等音楽科学習指導論
Subject Name （Katakana）	ショトウオンガクカガクシュウシドウロン
Subject Name in English	Introduction to Theories of Music for the Elementary School
Instructor	TERAUCHI DAISUKE
Instructor (Katakana)	テラウチ　ダイスケ
Campus	Higashi-Hiroshima	Semester/Term	1st-Year, Second Semester, 4Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(4T) Weds5-8：EDU G205
Lesson Style	Lecture	Lesson Style (More Details)	Face-to-face, Online (simultaneous interactive)
Lectures, Exercised, Note-taking, Student presentations
Credits	2.0	Class Hours/Week	4	Language of Instruction	J : Japanese
Course Level	2 : Undergraduate Low-Intermediate
Course Area（Area）	24 : Social Sciences
Course Area（Discipline）	08 : Curriculum and Instruction Sciences
Eligible Students	Students who wish to become an elementary school teacher
Keywords	SDG_04, Key points of instruction, music theory, music expression,Practical work experience
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	Program in Elementary Education （Abilities and Skills）・Being able to draw up and formulate curriculums and teaching plans for a each unit (Practical ability of formulating unit)
Class Objectives /Class Outline	"The purpose of this course is to give students with opportunities to enhance their skills to express with music and to establish good understanding of music theory which is the basics of expression. These are the fundamental knowledge and skills needed for teaching music lessons. Based on what the students learn through this course, the students will examine key points of teaching music in elementary school. "
Class Schedule	Lesson 1: Orientation – Exploring Activities, Learning Materials, and Textbooks in Elementary School Music Education Lesson 2: Basics of the Staff Notation, Alternative Notation Systems, Conducting Basics and Practice 1, and Children's Agency in Musical Expression Lesson 3: Note names and scales, head voice production, basics and practice of conducting. Lesson 4: Various expressions using voice, children's subjectivity in expression. Lesson 5: Utilization of recorders and keyboard harmonicas. Lesson 6: Various instruments in the music room, electric instruments, and electronic instruments. Lesson 7: Chords and harmonic symbols. Lesson 8: Key points in forming ensembles - considering decision-making methods. Lesson 9: Sound Play and Improvisational Expression Lesson 10: Practical Exercises in Music Composition – Focusing on the Role of Musical Elements Lesson 11: Key Points for Teaching Music Appreciation Lesson 12: Integrating Technology in Music Education 1 Lesson 13: Integrating Technology in Music Education 2 and Key Points for Setting Up a Performance Venue Lesson 14: Universal Design in Music Activities, Orchestral Instruments, and Japanese Traditional Performing Arts Lesson 15: Cross-Curricular Connections and the Role of Music in Our Lives Lesson16: Writing exam
Text/Reference Books,etc.	"Required book: 『ドラえもんの音楽おもしろ攻略楽ふがよめる (ドラえもんの学習シリーズ) 』小学館 Strongly recommended book as a sub-textbook: 『この一冊でわかるピアノ実技と楽典』音楽之友社 Recommended books if you want to study broader fields. 『CDで聴く一冊でわかる楽典』成美堂出版 You will use a soprano recorder in class. You can purchase a soprano recorder in class if you want. If you have one in your parents’ house, please bring that to the class. Any other instructions will be given in class. "
PC or AV used in Class,etc.	Text, Handouts, Audio Materials, Visual Materials, Microsoft Teams
(More Details)
Learning techniques to be incorporated	Discussions, Quizzes/ Quiz format, PBL (Problem-based Learning)/ TBL (Team-based Learning)
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	Lesson1-15: Students shuld fully utilize the textbook and reference books, etc. well and read what was covered in the lessons repeatedly to deepen understanding.
Requirements
Grading Method	Students will be evaluated based on presentations, commitment to assignment, submitted assignments, exam, etc.
Practical Experience	Experienced
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it	Students will be evaluated comprehensively based on their participation attitude (15%), submissions (10%), and written exams (75%).
Message	"Those who have no confidence in your music skills and/or who cannot read music should take this course. This course will help you gain a confidence in music before you become a teacher. "
Other	In this class, you may perform (singing, recorder, etc.) during the class. If you take the class online, please choose the appropriate place.
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

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